November 3 to 5, 2021
The Wellness Institute in New Orleans, Louisiana hosted by NMSHSA & Partners : In response to the global pandemic, there’s going to be a huge amount of need to reimagine and recharge the MSHS wellness initiatives and health strategies. NMSHSA and Partners have come together to prepare just that for you! The Wellness Institute in New Orleans will have multitude of wellness sessions from MSHS grantees, collaborator partners and covid-19 leading experts from the lessons learned.
Keynote Speech: Creating a Safe and Nurturing Environment for Adults and Children
By Ali Oliver
This session shows educators how to create a secure environment that fosters positive and age-appropriate social-emotional skills in children during the wiring windows of brain development. Positive social emotional development refers to the skills necessary to create healthy attachments with adults, maintain healthy relationships, and regulate one’s emotions and behaviors. Dr. Becky Bailey, founder of Conscious Discipline®, states self-regulation is the key to academic success. This training will look at the tools and structures established in a school setting to create healthy relationships while providing a safe environment for children.
Meet Ali Oliver:
Ali Oliver is the Director of Professional Development for Frog Street. She has been in the educational field for over 25 years. Her career began as a classroom teacher and then as a reading specialist. Her true passion lies in Early Childhood Education where she went on to train, mentor and coach teachers. Ms. Oliver earned her Master’s degree in Administrative Leadership and spent 10 years as an Elementary School Principal in a large urban school district. In her commitment and dedication to creating a safe and nurturing culture for her staff, children and families, she became a Conscious Discipline Certified Instructor. The Early Childhood Center and Elementary School that she led became model schools for Conscious Discipline.
COVID-19 Safety at the Institute
We care deeply about the health and well-being of wellness institute attendees, speakers, guests, volunteers, staff, and all who will join us for the upcoming 2021 NMSHSA Wellness Institute being held in New Orleans, LA, from November 2nd to 7th, 2021. The National Migrant & Seasonal Head Start Association has been clear that the safety of those attending is of paramount importance. As such:
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Proof of full COVID Vaccination is strongly recommended for all in-person attendees at the Wellness Institute. If vaccination is not possible for an attendee, his or her organization must ensure that is properly tested for COVID-19 before the trip.
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Masks will be required in all institute venues. Masks (multiple) will be provided on-site to all attendees. Exceptions will be made for wellness institute speakers while they are presenting during workshops or plenary sessions. Please note that items like gaiters, scarves, face shields, and kerchiefs will not be considered masks. Click here for CDC Guidance on masks.
· For travel, click here for CDC guidance on traveling during COVID-19.
There is still time to receive the COVID vaccination before arriving on site. We strongly urge the entire MSHS community to get vaccinated. If you have concerns about the vaccine, please talk to your doctor.
Additionally, the NMSHSA team reserves the right adjust the protocol as the pandemic evolves. Keep your eye on the website for more information.
We know this time is challenging for everyone. Please know the decisions above were made after careful deliberation and with the health and safety of all participants in mind.
Thank you for your understanding! And we look forward to seeing many of you in New Orleans!
