Mission Statement
To enrich the lives of children throughout our community by offering affordable, top-quality continuing education for early childhood professionals.

   Location:                    St. Luke's United Methodist Church
                                3471 Westheimer (at Edloe)
                                Houston, TX 77027

   Cost Per Program:   $7 per person

   RSVP:                    713-402-5030 or dayschool@stlukes-hou.org

   Certificates:            Training certificates issued by Ella Hawes
                                Institute at the conclusion of each program.

   CEUs:                           CEU's available for a $20 fee (see below)

   Questions?              713-402-5030 or dayschool@stlukes-hou.org

        
CDA Class Information 2009-2010
CDA Training Course Information 2009-2010  (pdf format) new!

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Child Development Associate (CDA) Training Course
2009-2010

Primary Instructor
Debbie Weymouth

Administrator
Anne McIntyre

This course will enable students to complete the education requirements and the Professional Resource File required for the CDA Direct Assessment.

It consists of 10 modules and requires a minimum of 120 clock hours of study for completion. Requirements of each module include seminar attendance and completion of study assignments. The course is designed for self-motivated students.

The class is designed to have students ready to apply for CDA certification by June 1, 2010.

Cost of complete course:
$400.00

Includes 2 textbooks, CDA packet, all required materials, and $100 Registration Fee (Registration fee due at orientation; half of course fee due at first class)


Dates :
Orientation: September 15, 2009
Classes: Sept 22, Oct 6, Oct 20, Nov 3, Nov 23*, Dec 8,
Jan 12, Jan 26, Feb 9, Feb 23, Mar 9, Mar 23, April 6, April 20
*Monday

All classes on Tuesdays (except 11/23) - 6:30 - 8:30P

Student Requirements:

• Meet CDA candidate eligibility requirements as defined by the Council for Early Childhood Recognition.
• For each module, attend the seminar(s) and complete self-study assignments by the designated date.
• Understand that only one absence is permitted without prior approval from the program administrator.
• Find an advisor (must meet certain requirements) to complete the final observation
• Distribute and collect parent questionnaires
• Complete the Direct Assessment Application Form
• Schedule the verification visit with a Council representative
  

RSVP for Orientation
713-402-5030 or dayschool@stlukes-hou.org
Please RSVP with name, school where employed, phone, and email.

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CEU's Now Available For Ella Hawes Institute Workshops

Issued by:  University of Houston-Clear Lake         Cost: $20

Procedure:

         1.  Workshop attendees interested in obtaining CEU's
              must sign up and pay $20 at their first workshop (cash
              or check made payable to St. Luke's day School).

         2.  Once signed up for CEU's, participants must sign in and
              sign out of each workshop for credit.

         3.  Each workshop is worth .2 CEU's. Participants can get
              one (1) full CEU if they attend all five workshops.

         4.  CEU's are cumulative.      

         5.  In May or June 2010, University of Houston-Clear Lake will
              mail participants a certificate for the total CEU's obtained.

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Pam Jones and Debbie Weymouth
“Time to Sing”
Join us to build or renew your repertoire of early childhood songs
and learn why singing daily will enrich your teaching.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
6:30-8:30P
Room R21

Kathy Mitchell Brown
“Positive Communication with Parents”
A successful year hinges on a strong and positive relationship with
parents. Learn how to support the families you serve.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
6:30-8:30P
Room R21
Visit the St. Luke’s Day School
Book Fair before the program!

Gregg Catalano
“The Out of Sync Child Has Fun”
Learn more about sensory processing dysfunction. Discover
activities to help all children be more “in sync” with the world.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
6:30-8:30P
Room R21

Marion Mankin
“Understanding Children’s Grief”
By understanding more about the grief process, you will be better
prepared to support the child and his family through changes that
come from experiencing a loss. Wednesday, February 10, 2010
6:30-8:30P
Room R21

Jean Kuecher
“Puppetry Alive for Learning”
Support literacy with puppets while incorporating art and play. Learn
how to nurture creative thinking and just have fun!
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
6:30-8:30P
Room R21

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Ella Margaret Hawes
1938 - 1998

Ella Hawes was born in Michigan, came to Texas as a young bride, and raised her family in Houston.  She was a lifelong educator and was Director of St. Luke's Day School at the time of her death in 1998.

She was a consummate professional, a mentoring teacher, a dedicated volunteer for children's causes, and an enthusiastic school director.  She loved and respected all children, which was apparent to anyone who saw her kneel down to speak with a child.

Ella raised the bar in Early Childhood Education.  She encouraged her staff to be the best they could be by providing opportunities for learning, whether by attending workshops or enrolling in college level courses.  She offered similar types of opportunities for parents in her program by providing seminars as well as informal meetings to discuss important parental issues and answer questions.

This Institute, founded in 2002, is dedicated to the memory and legacy of Ella Hawes.

Ella Hawes Institute Brochure (PDF format)

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