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Addison Building Bright Futures
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Greetings,
I write this newsletter to you this month full of optimism. I am about to graduate from the Early Childhood Leadership Institute through the Snelling Center for Government, and am filled with hope for our youngest population in Vermont. I encourage you to read more below, and reach out with any questions! This is an amazing opportunity for personal and professional leadership development subsidized through the Early Learning Challenge grant. I am grateful to have participated, and more dedicated than ever to make a difference for children and families in Addison County.
Additionally, last week alone, there were over 100 staff trained in Addison County (my humble estimate) in Supporting Children through Complex Grief and Loss, New Staff Interagency Orientation, Early Childhood Mathematics, Advanced Specialized Care and more! I am so impressed by the
dedication and professionalism of our human services and early childhood staff here in Addison County.
Neuroscience 101 - MiniBury and Dr. Jody Brakeley have teamed up to shed some light on early brain development, and specifically what happens to the brain when a child (or adult) has a tantrum. Read more
here. See below to learn about upcoming training opportunities with Dr. Brakeley.
Check MiniBury out on
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for resources, local events and more!
Dana
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The intent of this monthly newsletter is to provide the latest news and research, upcoming events and connect our early childhood world, both locally and statewide.
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Addison County in ACTION
Addison Building Bright Futures and Integrating Family Services Council
Collaboration comes easily when families are at the 
of our work.
 The Brain, Body and Mindfulness
Dr. Jody Brakeley, Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician
Who should attend: Anyone interested in l
earning about the body- mind connection, how it is affected by stress, and how we can benefit from mindfulness. Tips, tricks, and Brain Science 101.
Wednesday, November 2nd
3:30-5:00pm
CSAC (109 Catamount Park, Exchange Street, Middlebury)
IMPORTANT COMMUNITY MEETING
Connecting Early Childhood in Addison County
We need YOU to be a part of this important community conversation!! It's time for less talk and more ACTION on the big issues in early childhood in Addison County.
1) Access:
Child Care Capacity - We will review recent data about Addison County child care capacity, and identify how we can begin to address this issue.
2) Quality: Qualified Teacher Shortage- Most programs are struggling to recruit qualified teachers for programs, how can we develop a sustainable solution to this issue locally?
3) Addison County Early Childhood Connection- Are you feeling supported in your work? Do you feel connected to the greater system? Where can we do better to support our community early childhood network?
Monthly CIS meeting time
Thursday, November 3rd
2:30-4:00pm
Location: CSAC (109 Catamount Park, Exchange Street, Middlebury)
RSVP
appreciated, but not necessary to attend
F
rom Issue to Action:
Advocacy
Kelly Ault, Vt Early Childhood Alliance
Wondering how to talk with legislators about issues you are passionate about? Do you want to share a story, but not sure where or how?
Join early learning program directors and community members to craft talking points about the early childhood challenges in our community. Be prepared for opportunities to speak up for children and families throughout the 2017 legislative session.
Opportunity to learn about the Alliance's lobbying agenda for 2017 will be available to those interested.
Wednesday, Nov. 9th
3:30-5:00pm
Addison Parent Child Center, 126 Monroe Street, Middlebury
Regional Collaborative Training Opportunities
For a list of regional
early childhood, youth and family training opportunities open to all sectors, sponsored by Addison Child Care Resource and Referral and/or Integrating Family Services/Building Bright Futures, click
here
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Please click
here to view the entire Early Connections Newsletter for additional
training opportunities sponsored by Child Care Resource and Referral.
The next IFS/BBF Council meeting will be held on Monday, January 9th, 2017.
 Save the Date: Addison County Regional Kindergarten Transition Summit: January 23, 2017. For more information, contact me.
Gro
wing Bright Futures
Ho
st Cheryl Mitchell and early childhood experts explore growing up in Vermont.
Growing Bright Futures is brought to you by a partnership of Middlebury Community Television, Let's Grow Kids, Treleven and Building Bright Futures.
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Chris Mason, school resource officer for the Middlebury Police Dept. and the Addison Central Supervisory Union, talks about teens, texting, and safety. |
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| Lawrence Shelton, associate professor at the University of Vermont, discusses the impact of separation and divorce on young children. |
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Vermont Early Childhood News
The Snelling Center for Governm
ent is currently collecting applications for the class of 2017
The Early Childhood Leadership Institute (ECLI) is a unique leadership and p
ersonal transformative institute, initiated in 2014 to stimulate enthusiasm for and effective participation in efforts to improve early childhood work in Vermont. Graduate credits available. Learn more here.
Registered Nurse Wellness Consultants Available for Child Care Programs
Contact Ann Banister, RN 802-855-1668 or Meredith Kitfield, RN 802-274-3624 or Dial 2-1-1 for more information
Not sure who to vote for? Check out the video from the October 14th panel discussion, hosted by Let's Grow Kids, VAEYC, and other community partners.
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Around Addison County 
Addison County Playgroups
Sponsored by the Addison Parent Child Center
Bristol:
Baptist Church
Middlebury:
Wednesdays 9:30-11:00
Memorial Baptist Church (S. Pleasant St.)
Vergennes:
Wednesdays 9:30-11:00
Congregational Church (S. Water St.)
For more info, call the PCC at 388-3171
Community Youth Educators Meeting
Wednesday, November 9th, 1:00pm
2nd floor, Vermont Folklife Center, Middlebury
Join community enrichment educators serving early childhood, youth and teens from around Addison County! Open to all!
Art-Music-Recreation-Theater-Enrichment
Collaboration in the Holiday Season in Addison County
Contact
Kurt
for more info.
Healthy Children, Happy Families
De-Stress for the Holidays
This workshop is the first in a series of free events for parents of young children. This fun and lighthearted series will allow parents to mingle with like-minded peers, enjoy a short presentation addressing challenges we all face as parents, and learn about local wellness opportunities in our communities.
The holidays can be a stressful time for all of us, so join Dr. Jody Brakeley and other experts to learn how stress affects the brain, child development, and family relationships. Experts will share ideas about how to manage your own stress, as well as ways to increase
positive family relationships. Kids are welcome, and will enjoy activities, dinner, and free child care!
This is a WIC-approved activity.
Flyer for families to be released in early November
Tuesday, December 13th, 2016
5:30-7:00pm
Town Hall Theater, Midldebury
Sponsored by Addison Building Bright Futures, Addison Integrating Family Services, Otter Creek Child Center, Bristol Family Center and Evergreen Preschool
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The Addison BBF newsletter hopes to provide the latest news, research and local activities, as well as to connect and inspire those in the state's early childhood system.
I invite you to send me your ideas, concerns and hopes for our children. I want to hear and learn from you!
Dana Anderson
Addison Building Bright Futures
danderson@buildingbrightfutures.org
(802)349-5173
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BBF State Council
To find out more about BBF's State Council, CLICK HERE.
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