Opening Keynote 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
With Facilitator Marc Battle, Early Childhood Education Instructor, Red River College
This old proverb was one my Grandmother used quite often when she wanted to convince me that being different was okay. As I have gotten older those words ring true for me, especially when I think about programs for all children. That old saying is a relevant metaphor for describing the philosophy and value of inclusion in child care today.
This keynote, through the use of songs, stories and the wisdom of Jean Vanier will explore two fundamental questions. Is the system set up for children requiring extra supports an inclusive model or an integrated one and does it matter? What are we working towards; what are our hopes and dreams for inclusion?
Marc Battle Biography
Marc is an ECE instructor at Red River College in Winnipeg, who also works with Aboriginal Head Start programs. Marc first worked at Toronto’s Children Services, then at the child care centre at Durham College. For six years, he taught ECE at Northwest Community College in BC. Inspired by fellow ECE instructor Joan Turecki, he became interested in emergent curriculum, which builds on the children’s interests, and in incorporating a more artistic approach to child care programs.
He has been at Red River College since 2002. Marc is a passionate speaker on a variety of topics including risky play, rich learning environments, quality interactions, inclusion, and guiding children toward discovery of their full potential.
November 8, 2018
9:00 AM
Gym | Murphys Community Center | 200 Richmond St, Charlottetown, PE C1A 1J2