Monday, September 18, 2006
2006 Sharing the Wisdom Conference...
Well, I'm back from the 2006 Sharing the Wisdom Conference in Breezy Point. I had a great time! Breezy Point is always a relaxing palce to visit. The workshops and keynotes were great as usual and I especially enjoyed meeting some friends that I hadn't seen in a while and making some new ones.
If you were not aware, this conference is geared towards early childhood trainers. It is sponsored by MECSATA (the Minnesota Early Childhood and School Age Trainers Association.) This is a wonderful organization and I have been nominated as a board member for the upcoming year. I don't know if I will be voted in or not, but it is an honor to be nominated and to participate with some of the top early education experts in the State of Minnesota.
The only thing I find disappointing is the low numbers of people who came. Though not all the participants are early childhood trainers, a large majority are. It seemed that the amount of participants continues to drop each year. I suppose this could be attributed to expenses like the high price of gasoline, but I think that it also signifies a reduction in the amount of trainers and educators for the early childhood profession. At a time when the State is looking at increased need for quality training, it is becoming harder and harder to find good, qualified trainers. The people at MECSATA are excellent resources for trainers. They offer to help anyone that would like to improve their skills and knowledge.
Next year's Sharing the Wisdom Conference has already been set for April 27th & 28th at the Marriott Hotel in Minnetonka, MN. I will share more information with you as it becomes available, but please consider coming to next year's conference. If you are presently or are considering becoming a trainer, this is one conference you should attend... Even if you don't wish to train others, the workshops and educational opportunities are top notch and I'm sure that you will be glad you attended.
Well, I'm back from the 2006 Sharing the Wisdom Conference in Breezy Point. I had a great time! Breezy Point is always a relaxing palce to visit. The workshops and keynotes were great as usual and I especially enjoyed meeting some friends that I hadn't seen in a while and making some new ones.
If you were not aware, this conference is geared towards early childhood trainers. It is sponsored by MECSATA (the Minnesota Early Childhood and School Age Trainers Association.) This is a wonderful organization and I have been nominated as a board member for the upcoming year. I don't know if I will be voted in or not, but it is an honor to be nominated and to participate with some of the top early education experts in the State of Minnesota.
The only thing I find disappointing is the low numbers of people who came. Though not all the participants are early childhood trainers, a large majority are. It seemed that the amount of participants continues to drop each year. I suppose this could be attributed to expenses like the high price of gasoline, but I think that it also signifies a reduction in the amount of trainers and educators for the early childhood profession. At a time when the State is looking at increased need for quality training, it is becoming harder and harder to find good, qualified trainers. The people at MECSATA are excellent resources for trainers. They offer to help anyone that would like to improve their skills and knowledge.
Next year's Sharing the Wisdom Conference has already been set for April 27th & 28th at the Marriott Hotel in Minnetonka, MN. I will share more information with you as it becomes available, but please consider coming to next year's conference. If you are presently or are considering becoming a trainer, this is one conference you should attend... Even if you don't wish to train others, the workshops and educational opportunities are top notch and I'm sure that you will be glad you attended.
Mark your calendars... I hope to see you there!
// posted by Tammy Wachter @ 4:31 PM 
