Past Conferences & Presentations
NAEYC Annual Conference
📍 Nashville, TN | 🗓 November 2023
Session: Men in Early Childhood Education: Inclusion & Advocacy
Spoke on the critical importance of male representation in ECE classrooms. Shared insights, personal stories, and strategies for advocacy—highlighting the value men bring to nurturing and teaching young children.
Early Childhood Transitions Conference
📍 Suffern, NY | 🗓 March 22, 2024
Workshop: Unleash Creativity in the Classroom
Led a hands-on session helping educators move beyond cookie-cutter crafts and embrace child-led art. Discussed strategies for fostering authentic creativity, including with students who resist expressive work.
Early Childhood Professional Learning Community
📍 Virtual Event | 🗓 March 3, 2025 & April 24, 2025
Topic: Sense-Sational Learning
Delivered two sessions on the developmental power of art and sensory play in early childhood. Provided actionable strategies for incorporating creative and sensory-rich experiences into everyday classroom practice.
Early Childhood Transition Conference
📍 Suffern, NY | 🗓 April 4, 2025
Session: Sense-Sational Learning: A Hands-On Workshop
In this interactive session, participants explored the power of sensory play through hands-on activities like creating personalized sensory bottles and boxes. Together, we examined how sensory exploration supports young children’s development, enhancing focus, emotional regulation, and cognitive growth. By tapping into their own creativity, educators walked away with practical strategies and tools to bring sensory-rich experiences into their classrooms.
PLC Summer Workshop Series
📍 Virtual | 🗓 July 17, 2025
Workshop: This workshop guided educators through the process of designing classroom environments that nurture self-regulation, promote focus, and reduce challenging behaviors. Participants explored practical strategies for creating intentional, calming spaces that support emotional well-being and learning readiness. From lighting and layout to routines and sensory supports, we examined how thoughtful environmental choices can transform the classroom into a haven for both children and teachers.
PLC Summer Workshop Series
📍 Virtual | 🗓 July 24, 2025
Workshop: Cozy corners and calm classrooms; Routines that work
We explored the connection between predictable routines and children’s ability to regulate emotions and behaviors. Educators learned how to create cozy, intentional classroom spaces like calm-down corners and transition zones, that foster independence, reduce chaos, and help children feel safe and supported throughout the day.
PLC Summer Workshop Series
📍 Virtual | 🗓 July 31, 2025
Workshop: Before the Day Begins: Systems for a Smooth School Year
In this practical and reflective session, educators explored how setting up clear systems before the day begins can make or break a classroom’s success. From arrival routines and visual schedules to transition planning and teacher prep habits, we focused on the tools that support smoother days—for teachers and children alike. Participants left with ready-to-implement strategies that reduce overwhelm, improve time management, and build strong classroom habits that last all year long.