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Westmoreland
County
Community
College
Early Childhood
Education Program
Beth Hoden
Office Phone: 724-925-4013
Email: [email protected]
Nancy Rustic
Office Phone: 724-925-4035
Email: [email protected]
ECE Support
Vicki Hricik
Office Phone: 724-925-4013
WCCC Early Childhood Education
Program Newsletter
Got ECE News? Email Vicki at
[email protected] Volume 3, Edition4
October 20, 2011
Volunteers Needed 1
Leadership Conference
New ECE 181 Course 2, 3
Westmoreland County
Food Bank Food Drive 4
Action For Animals
PAEYC 5K 4, 5
Win a $1000
Scholarship
5
Literacy Conf. Info.
Party / Art Show 6, 7
WCCC SGA / Community Service Ideas
TRiO Peer Mentoring
Become a Member of PAEYC
8,9
Inside this issue:
The mission of this newsletter is to keep all ECE students informed of ECE Club
activities, volunteer events in the community, ECE professional development
opportunities, and anything related to the ECE field.
Volunteers Needed for
First-Ever Thank-A-Thon
The WCCC Education Foundation needs your help to reach out and
make a personal connection with the individuals who make our scholar-
ships and amazing opportunities possible. On October 25, 26, and 27 over
200 phone calls will made. All participants are asked just to give one hour
of their time. Students will be given a script to follow and light refresh-
ments will be provided.
Available shifts are as follows:
Tues. Oct. 25—6:45 to 7:45 PM
Tues. Oct. 25—7:30 to 8:30 PM
Wed. Oct. 26—6;45 to 7:45 PM
Wed. Oct. 26—7:30 to 8:30 PM
Thurs. Oct. 27—6:45 to 7:45 PM
Thurs. Oct. 27—7:30 to 8:30 PM
Please contact Kelly Carpenter to
reserve your preferred shift.
or
724-925-4055
Special thanks to ECE Club students
that participated in Family Fest! Ben Lowden Julie Lieb
Kerri Zelenak Kayla Keefe
Brittany Dragan Sara Millar
Meredith Metcalf Vashti Abbott
Carli Capponi Kristi Miller
Mika Sakuma
13th Annual Student Leadership Conference
at Pitt-Greensburg
Date: Saturday, October 22, 2011
Time: Registration begins at 12:00 PM
Conference begins at 1:00 PM
Location: Pitt-Greensburg Campus Smith Hall
What will I gain from the conference?
Excellent opportunity to network with other student leaders.
Strengthen or develop your leadership skills.
Discuss ideas and issues.
Explore different perspectives.
Attend workshops that include topics such as:
Leadership Styles Motivation
Diversity Awareness Ethics
Conflict Resolution Negotiation
Group Dynamics Goal Setting
Delegation Recognition
Effective Meetings Marketing
Conference schedule:
12:00 PM Registration—Smith Hall Lobby
1:00 PM Keynote Presentation Collegiate EmPowerment
“You Can’t Lead Others Until You First Lead Yourself””
2:00 PM Session Block 1
3:00 PM Session Block 2
4:00 PM Session Block 3
5:00 PM Conference Conclusion by Collegiate EmPowerment
Dinner
Contact Erick Randolph for more information at 724-836-9937 or [email protected]
New ECE College Course Begins January 2012
The Early Childhood Education Program is pleased to announce a new three college
credit course is being offered. The course code and title is ECE 181, “Achieving Early
Learning Standards Through Play.” This course is open to all interested students.
Course Description:
Leading scholars in early childhood education have all recognized that play is the basis of
good early childhood pedagogy and practice. Moreover, play is THE fundamental cornerstone
for children’s development. In recent years, early learning standards have been developed,
identifying what children need to know and be able to do. Standards are the ends of ECE; the
means or process to meet these standards is play. This course is designed to provide compre-
hensive investigation of how we maintain fidelity to all domains of development and play and
still meet the early standards for all children ages 3 to 8 years. Site visits are required.
Instructor Bio:
Dr. Ernie Dettore is currently a Professor of Early Childhood Education at the University of
Pittsburgh, a Consultant to numerous early childhood programs, a Play Expert with the
Early Head Start program, an Advocate for issues relating to children, a Teacher Mentor, and
Founder of the P.L.A.Y Academy. He has 17 years experience in higher education, teaching at
Edinboro University, Duquesne University and Westmoreland County Community College.
While at Duquesne, Dr. Dettore designed the undergraduate and graduate Early Childhood
Programs and served as the Director of Early Childhood Education. He earned a Doctorate in
Education in Instruction and Learning from Pitt in 1993. In February 2007, he co-edited a
book titled “To Play or Not to Play: Is It Really a Question.”
The course will meet every Tuesday from 6:00 to 9:00 PM. The dates are as follows:
January 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21, 28, March 6, 13, 20, April 3, 10, 17, 24 and May 1.
Some of the topics covered in the course include:
Approaches to Learning through Play Constructing: Organizing & Applying Knowledge
Scientific Thinking & Technology : Exploring, Inquiry & Discovery
Language and Literacy Development: Early Literacy Foundations: Reading, Writing,
Speaking, and Listening
Facilitating Children’s Play.
To register, call the WCCC registration center at 1-800-
262-2103, ext. 4204. Please give the course code ECE
181, Achieving Early Learning Standards Through Play.
The Westmoreland County Food Bank is looking for individuals and groups to help them during the
upcoming Fall Food Share Food Drive at participating Giant Eagle Supermarkets. Volunteers support
this drive by handing out a "most-needed" items list to customers and encourage them to purchase
a few extra items to donate to the Food Bank. Please register to help a couple of hours on
Saturdays or Sundays between Oct. 20 and Nov. 16. This volunteer experience is family-friendly
and young children are welcome to volunteer with the adults in their family or group. Create a
group by asking friends or family to join you. Schedule is filled on a first come, first serve basis.
To schedule to volunteer at your local Giant Eagle store, contact Louise Wilhelm at (724) 468-8660
ext. 13 or email her at [email protected].
Volunteer for the Fall Food Share Food Drive
Volunteer to Help Action For Animals Humane Society
There are many volunteer opportunities at Action For Animals.
Cat Socializing in the state of the art open air cageless Tigre pavilion.
Dog Socializing in the private visitation rooms, beautiful Blessed’s park or outdoor covered play yards.
Daily help is always welcome for animal care and cleaning, landscaping, office help, laundry, dishes, and
more.
Work at Fundraising events and rabies Clinics, sell raffle tickets throughout the year, post event fly-
ers, and promote the shelter and animals.
For more information on becoming a volunteer, email Action for Animals
Page 5 WCCC Early Childhood Education Program Newsletter
PAEYC’s & 1-Mile Walk
Let’s join the fun and form a team! We could represent the WCCC ECE program at this
special event. We could participate and help to raise awareness about the importance of play,
physical activity, and education for our youngest learners. Whole families are welcomed and
children’s participation is encouraged. Entry fees are as follows: non-PAEYC members $20,
PAEYC members $17, registration day of event $25, 1-mile walk $10 family fee. Register now
at www.pghaeyc.org. Let’s go out and play!
Student Essay Contest
~ Win a $1,000 Scholarship! ~
Essay Topic
Describe a professor, staff member, or administrator who encouraged you to complete a
course, finish a semester, or graduate from college, and describe how they encouraged you.
Deadline is Midnight( CST) November 8, 2011
$3,000 in prizes
$1,000 Scholarship to the Student Author
$1,000 to the Faculty/Staff/Administrator Featured in the Essay
Complimentary 2012-2013 NISOD Membership to the Student’s Community College
For a complete list of prizes, contest details, and to submit an essay, visit:
www.nisod.org/student_essay
NISOD announces the fourth annual Community College Week—NISOD Student Essay Contest in honor of
Scott Wright, past editor of Community College Week (1995–2000), recipient of the 1998 Award for Excel-
lence in Higher Education Journalism, and the reporter who brought national attention to developmental
education and the unique mission community colleges possess in providing an accessible education.
Volume 3, Edition4 Page 6
You’re invited to the GSA’s
Thursday, October 27th Join us in celebrating FH Student Center Halloween this year with From 1-9 PM refreshments, games, music, and a Costume Contest!!
HEY! Did you know there’s an Art Gallery in the
entrance to Science Hall?
Stop by to see this semester’s
Student Show!
Love, A R T Club
WCCC Student Government Association
Needs Representation from ECE Students
The WCCC Student Government Association strives to have representation
of all students. At least two students should attend each meeting from our Early
Childhood Education program. Meetings are held twice a month on Tuesdays at
2:00 PM. The next meeting will be on November 1, 2011 in Room 205. Please let
Beth or Nancy know if you are interested in attending.
Like the WCCC Student Government Association
on facebook: www.facebook.com/wcccsga
Please submit ideas
for a holiday service project
to Beth and Nancy.
TRiO/SSS Mentoring Program at WCCC
What is a mentor?
A mentor is someone who supports and guides another individual’s development. Mentors are viewed as
wise, experienced and helpful. According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, a mentor is “a trusted coun-
selor or guide”.
What are the requirements to become a peer mentor?
Peer mentor requirements
~ Sophomore status (at least 24 credits completed)
~ Minimum QPA of 2.75
~ At least one recommendation from faculty/staff/counselor/librarian
~ Interest in serving as a mentor
~ Commitment to make regular contact with your assigned mentee(s)
~ Attend a brief orientation session prior to beginning the mentoring experience
BENEFITS OF BEING A MENTOR
Resume booster
Form lasting, meaningful relationships with others
Personal satisfaction of knowing you make a difference in the lives of others
Portfolio enhancement
Become an active participant in the WCCC community
For more information or to obtain an application, contact a TRiO/SSS
counselor today by calling 724-925-4121 or e-mail [email protected]
with the word MENTORING in the subject line.
To earn Pennsylvania DPW hours as required, check out the PA Keys website,
www.pakeys.org, for professional development opportunities. Westmoreland County
Community College sponsors affordable ECE workshops made possible through South-
west Regional Key funding. Scheduled workshops at WCCC - Fayette County Education
Center in Uniontown, WCCC - Greene County Education Center and WCCC Youngwood
Campus are already posted. Please email Vicki Hricik for more information,
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If you have any ECE
news and volunteer
opportunities
that you would like
to share, please
email Vicki at
Professional Development Opportunities
WCCC Early Childhood Education Newsletter
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The Pittsburgh Association for the Education of Young Children (PAEYC) is the professional member-
ship organization for those involved with the early care an education of young children. Doctors,
lawyers, and other professionals have membership associations which provide a unified voice on be-
half of their members. In the same way, PAEYC serves as a community resource, and advocate for
quality, and a voice for those in the profession of early care and education. PAEYC currently serves
over 1000 members and is governed by an elected board. Members and those interested are en-
couraged to serve on a committee and take an active role in PAEYC programs including Membership
Services, Advocacy & Public Policy, and Professional Development.
Benefits of Membership Become a Member! Membership in national, state, and local affiliates
6 issues of Young Children, NAEYC's journal
Exclusive access to PAEYC Newsletters
Reduced rates to PAEYC and NAEYC conferences
Career advising services
Meets STARS 3 Requirements
Borrowing privileges with PAEYC's early childhood resource library
Voting rights and eligibility to hold office in PAEYC, Penn AEYC, and NAEYC
Opportunity to participate in insurance plans offered through NAEYC
Become a Member of PAEYC
At least two ECE
Club representatives
are needed to attend
the Student
Organization
meetings. Please see
Beth or Nancy.