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WEEKEND WORKSHOPS - January 2013- June 2013

Unless otherwise noted below, all classes will be held at DAPE's location: 3544 E. Emporium Circle, Mesquite TX 75150 - in the "Sharing Life" bldg. Send payments for ALL classes to this address or pay online via PayPal below. Whether paying by mail or PayPal, all attendees should complete and mail this form to DAPE.

All classes are 4 clock hours and $20 ($25 at the door) unless otherwise stated.

**NO LUNCHES INCLUDED**

TO REGISTER BY PHONE: 972-699-0420

-- ALL TRAINERS MEET TEXAS STATE STANDARDS --

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JANUARY Saturday, January 19, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

"GUIDANCE"

Why are the kids doing that and how do I get them to stop?!

**** CLASS FULL - ENROLLMENTS CLOSED ****

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NEW! fEBRUARY Monday, February 11, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. NEW!

"RECOGNIZING AND PREVENTING ABUSE"

2 clock hours $10 (add $5 if registering at the door)

Meets Texas requirements for Child Care licensing

Number to register:

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FEBRUARY Saturday, February 16, 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.

"HELP! I'M AN INFANT-TODDLER TEACHER"

Discover ways to handle temper tantrums, aggression and biting. Explore what research says about the 8 considerations for quality infant-toddler environments. Have fun with easy to make art and sensory materials.

**** CLASS FULL - ENROLLMENTS CLOSED ****

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MARCH Saturday, March 16, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

"20 THINGS KIDS NEED TO SUCCEED"

Learn what experiences children REALLY need to have and things they need to learn to be successful when they start school.

**** CLASS FULL - ENROLLMENTS CLOSED ****

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MARCH - SPECIAL TOPIC

"AUTISM & SENSORY INTEGRATION"

Saturday, March 23, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (check in 8:30 a.m.)

$25 per person/$35 per family (no children please) - Add $5 to register at the door

First United Methodist Church

503 North Central Expressway

Richardson, TX 75080

Non-family number attending
Number of families attending

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APRIL Saturday, April 6, 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.

"HELP! I'M AN INFANT-TODDLER TEACHER"

Discover ways to handle temper tantrums, aggression and biting. Explore what research says about the 8 considerations for quality infant-toddler environments. Have fun with easy to make art and sensory materials.

Want to earn another clock hour? Sign up for "Research and Reflection" (R+R) on the topic for the day. Do an independent study during the lunch break and earn an extra clock hour for the day. Class without R+R - $20, class with R+R - $25.

Number to register:
Number to register w/R+R:

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APRIL Saturday, April 20, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

"BOYS, BOYS, BOYS"

Yes! The genders are different as they develop and grow. Research tells us that if the home and classroom are good places for boys to learn, they are good for girls, too.

**** CLASS FULL - ENROLLMENTS CLOSED ****

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APRIL Monday, April 22, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
"SIDS, SDS AND INFANT BRAIN DEVELOPMENT"
2 clock hours $10 (add $5 if registering at the door)

Meets Texas requirements for Child Care licensing.

Number to register:

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APRIL Saturday, April 27, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

"20 THINGS KIDS NEED TO SUCCEED"

Learn what experiences children REALLY need to have and things they need to learn to be successful when they start school.

**** CLASS FULL - ENROLLMENTS CLOSED ****

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MAY Saturday, May 18, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

"SUMMER FUN"

Summer is coming! Get ready for summer with lots of fun ideas for art, dramatic play and more.

**** CLASS FULL - ENROLLMENTS CLOSED ****

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JUNE Saturday, June 15, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

"READING AROUND THE ROOM"

Literacy activities for all areas of the classroom - ideas for using books, reading, writing and music to help children learn and grow.

Want to earn another clock hour? Sign up for "Research and Reflection" (R+R) on the topic for the day. Do an independent study during the lunch break and earn an extra clock hour for the day. Class without R+R - $20, class with R+R - $25.

**** CLASS FULL - ENROLLMENTS CLOSED ****

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JULY Saturday, July 27, 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.

"BUILDING BLOCKS OF LEARNING: Using Block Play and Music for Brain Development"

Have fun with different kinds of blocks and learn how they teach math, science and social skills. Explore how music helps organize the brains of young children.

Want to earn another clock hour? Sign up for "Research and Reflection" (R+R) on the topic for the day. Do an independent study during the lunch break and earn an extra clock hour for the day. Class without R+R - $20, class with R+R - $25.

NOTE: IF PAYING AT THE DOOR, ADD $5

Number to register:
Number to register w/R+R:

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AUGUST Saturday, August 17, 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.

"BRAIN POWER TEACHING: ENGAGING AND ENERGIZING THE BRAIN "

Learn how the brain works and discover activities and games that engage children so their brains can explore, problem solve and creat.

Want to earn another clock hour? Sign up for "Research and Reflection" (R+R) on the topic for the day. Do an independent study during the lunch break and earn an extra clock hour for the day. Class without R+R - $20, class with R+R - $25.

NOTE: IF PAYING AT THE DOOR, ADD $5

Number to register:
Number to register w/R+R:

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NO REFUNDS will be given for any workshop, but you may exchange for credit for another workshop.

Workshop registration: Please print and complete this form and return with your check or money order made payable to: DAPE, 3544 E. Emporium Circle, Mesquite, TX 75150

Other classes available: CPR & Emergency 1st Aid, Childbirth, Baby Care, PositiveParenting.

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FOR REGISTRATION AND INFORMATION:

CALL D.A.P.E. AT (972) 699-0420 or email to dallasparents@hotmail.com

Most workshops held at:
DAPE Office, 3544 E. Emporium Circle, Mesquite TX 75150

DIRECTIONS: From 635 in Mesquite, take Exit 7b, Town East Blvd, Turn East on Town East Blvd., then left (North) on East Emporium Circle. DAPE is located with Sharing Life in the back of the LakePointe Church bldg. Follow the Sharing Life/DAPE directional signs to the back of the building. If the sdoor is locked, ring the doorbell.


Call D.A.P.E. (or stop by) for educational tapes, books, and bubble wands.
These make fantastic birthday presents and support D.A.P.E. too!

 

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3544 E. Emporium Circle
Mesquite TX 75150
972-699-0420

A non-profit organization
Serving the needs of parents since 1959

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