The 2012 PreK ECSE Academy was designed for in-service educators working with young children, ages 3-5 years, who have disabilities or delays, or who are teaching in inclusive early childhood education learning programs.  The PEAYC (Preparing Educators of All Young Children) Council supported, through grant funds, thirty (30) qualified teachers to participate in the full week of the Academy.  The theme for the early childhood special education strand was, "Inclusion for ALL: Practical Strategies for ECSE Teachers." Educators learned practical, hands on strategies to include ALL children in the early childhood classroom. Topics for successful inclusion during classroom activities, related services and transition was explored. Teachers also learned consultation and coaching techniques to support inclusion and to enhance teaching skills.

Cori Hill

Academy Chair