#ecfs

nature centered play and learning in early childhood education 

How does outdoor nature play     contribute to holistic child development? 

How are educators drawing     upon natural environments in their work with young children? 

What strategies and practices     can educators incorporate into their learning contexts to support children’s     engagement in outdoor nature play? 

How can educators center     equity and justice in their work with young children outdoors? 

This seminar will engage students in dialogue about the opportunities, constraints, and possibilities of nature-centered early learning for supporting all young children in building relationships in and with nature for child, community, and ecological well-being. 

Please complete this form to register for the seminar: http://bit.ly/ECFS499

contact Mary     Clevenger-Bright ([email protected]) or     Rachel Han ([email protected]) with any     questions! 

For one credit:     weekly readings and activities, observation at a nature preschool program,     and participation in a workshop on Saturday, April 27th 

This quarter we have a unique and 1st of its kind class that will provide students with a never before opportunity to learn about child advocacy and policy making through the lens of the families directly impacted.

Panels of parent leaders will share about their experiences and perspectives on early childhood education, the child welfare system, public benefits, the criminal justice system, access to higher education, and the public-school system. 

ECFS Major Application

Admissions timeline for Winter 2019:

Applications     are accepted for Winter 2019 admission until October 15th, 2018.     Applications can be submitted until 11:59PM on October 15th. Late     applications are not accepted. Click here to begin the application     process (UW NetID login required)

Admission     decisions for current UW students will be sent on a rolling basis during     November and December 2018. Current UW students are required to attend an     on-campus orientation session that will occur before the end of the Autumn     2018 quarter. Additionally, all admitted students are required to attend     an individual advising session to complete course planning and formally     complete the change of major process. 

Admission criteria:

§  GPA minimum for UW coursework: 2.50 cumulative. 

§  Please note, there are no prerequisite courses required for admission to the ECFS major. 

§  Applicants are encouraged to gain experience in early childhood and/or family support programs (for example, by observing, volunteering, or working) and indicate such experience in their personal statement. Please note that previous experience is not a requirement to apply.

Application Materials: 

§  Personal Statement - The essay must be no longer than two pages, one-inch margins, double-spaced, 12pt font. Please include your first and last name in the header. Do not include a title in the essay. The personal statement should reflect your interest and commitment to the field of early childhood and family studies.  This is an opportunity for you to tell us why this major is a good fit for you in preparation for a career in working with young children and families in educational or related settings (health care, mental health, etc.). The personal statement is to be completed by the applicant only; without any editing assistance. 

Open to all students

EDC&I   351  TEACHING PROFESSION (I&S, DIV)       13841  5       TTh    830-1050   SMI  304      Mitchell, Kimberly

EDUC   200  SP TOPICS EDUC SOC (I&S) 14001  3       W      330-450    ARC  147      Mazza, James J.                     (WELLNESS AND RESILIENCE FOR COLLEGE AND BEYOND)                                                                                          

EDUC   210  CURRENT ISSUES EDUC (I&S) 

      14017  5       MW     230-450    BAG  260      Ives, Charles             

           (ACCESS TO THE GOOD LIFE)

       14018   5       MW     830-1050   SAV  264      Markley, Phillip L.    

           (INTRO TO LANGUAGE, EDUCATION & SOCIETY)

EDUC   305  PUB SCHL DEMOCRACY (I&S)       14034   5       MW     830-1050   MLR  104  

EDUC   310  CURRENT ISSUES (I&S)       14035  5       TTh    230-450    SMI  211  

EDUC   472  INDIVIDUALS & ORGS (I&S)  14072   5       MW     1030-1250  CDH  109    

ECFS   311  RESILIENT EDUCATOR (I&S)       23340   3       F      230-450    THO  125      Joseph, Gail

EDPSY   302  CHILD DVLPMNT &LRNG (I&S)  13896   5       MW     230-450    AND  223      Newman, Jodi

EDPSY   380  ADULT LEARN & DEV (I&S)  13898   5       MW     230-450    OUG  141      

EDPSY   404  ADL DEVELOPMENT  13899   5       MW     1130-150   DEN  303      Newman, Jodi

EDPSY   406  LRN TEACH CHG WORLD (I&S)  13900   5       TTh    1130-150   ART  003      Silvis, Deborah

Check out these two independent study options in the College of Education this spring! 

 EdSpe 499 and ECFS 499 - Complete accompanying google forms to register for either course!  

EDSPE 499 Spring 2018 - final-1.docx

Unique Independent Study | EdSpe 499 (1 or 2 Credits) l Spring 2018 | Service Learning & Volunteer Opportunity 

Description

This independent study provides a rich, experiential learning opportunity for students interested in working with young children with and without disabilities. Students will serve as interns for an inclusive school break camp program, facilitating social skills through field trips and science experiments. In addition to supporting campers in day-to-day activities, students will participate in a professional learning community led by experts in the field. Complete information on linked document -  Please email Tara with additional questions.

Tara Coffin - [email protected] or 206.612.8697 

Please complete this Google Doc  to request enrollment: 

ECFS 499 - Spring Course Publicity for UW Students (3).pdf

Spring 2018  - ECFS 499:  Nature Play in the Lives of Children:  Pedagogy, Affordances & Equity

Tuesdays, 4:30 - 5:50pm

·         How can experience with nature promote early childhood development?

·         What can inclusive teaching and learning look like in outdoor environments?

·         How can access to nature-rich play and learning environments be more equitable?  

If theses issues interest you, join us for ECFS 499 ! Questions?  Contact Mary Clevenger-Bright:  [email protected]  

Check out these three unique course opportunities in the College of Education open to undergrads and grads!  

 ECFS 495- the Baby Prison Project  In this unique class, you will go behind the scenes to learn about the nationally recognized Early Head Start Program located in the Purdy Correctional Center in Gig Harbor.  Instead of a paper or a final exam, students will put together fundraising, media, donation, and advocacy plans to strengthen the Early Head Start program.  See the flyer to learn more!  

We have two courses being offered that will require you to request access to a google form, complete it and then the advising team will register you for the course.  

The first is EdSpe 499 B - an independent study with the Haring Center - a rich, experiential learning opportunity for students interested in working with young children with and without disabilities - register  via google form in the flyer at the bottom.