Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Greater Richmond Chamber Event: BIZLINC 9/23/09

We will be at BizLinc tomorrow to promote the Get Well Place and put some Corporate Contracts in place to help Richmond's workforce. Come by and visit us! Click here for more information.

Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Adding Narratives to Art Projects


When the children do an art project and you display it add a narrative. This will allow parents to see what the "process" was during the particular art project and display it with the art. This will help parents understand process versus product.

Early childhood ed is vital to the economy's future

"As we face intensifying global competition, we know that we need a strong, capable workforce to lead our businesses and create a vital economy. The most strategic investment in human capital is in early childhood, children 0-6. That's why we support and advocate for quality early childhood development."--Thomas N. Chewning, Executive Vice President and CFO, Dominion / Chair, Richmond Region Early Childhood Leadership Council

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Hampton Roads Raises the Bar in Child Care

1.) SEAEYC General Membership Meeting - Tuesday September 22, 2009 - 6:30pm at Children’s Harbor Ghent; COST: FREE to students, with Valid ID; $5 SEAEYC Members; $10 Non-Members



2.) “Back to Basics” Staff Boot Camp- Saturday September 26, 2009- 8:00am to 2:00pm at Children’s Harbor Ghent in Norfolk; COST is: $35 PPC members; $45 non-members- Bring a bag lunch!



3.) “Raising the Bar” An Early Care and Education Conference- Saturday October 17, 2009, 8:00am – 2:00pm at Granby High School in Norfolk; COST: $25 Early Bird Registration by Sept 30 ($35 Non-Member); $35 Regular Registration by October 9 ($45 Non-Member); $50 On-Site; Interested in being a Presenter, Exibitor, or Sponsor???? Contact us: (757) 399-1337.





Stay Tuned… More Details will follow…



Don’t hesitate to call us with any questions.





Barbara Hernandez

Community Training & Professional Development Department

Children's Harbor (Places and Programs for Children)

702 London Street Portsmouth VA 23704-2413

Office: 757.397.2981 - Fax: 757. 397.1147

Email: Training@childrensharbor.cc




"Partnering with families to develop the future leaders of Hampton Roads since 1911."

Discounts for Teachers at Borders Books

Borders Books & Music invites you and your staff to join us for Educator Appreciation Week.

From September 29th through October 7th 2009, Borders will offer current and retired Educators 30% off almost everything as our way of saying “Thank You.”

Don’t miss our Special Reception, Friday, October 2 from 4:00 – 8:00 PM Beyond this special event, we offer a free, year-round Classroom Discount program, now available for Preschool Educators.

We’d also like to invite you to bring a class to join us at 10 o’clock any Wednesday morning for Story Time.

If you have any questions about Educator Appreciation Week, the Classroom Discount program, or Story Time, please email us or give us a call. ThanksMarie Hughesmhughes@bordersstores.com 9750 West Broad StGlen Allen VA 23060Phone: 804-965-0733

Wednesday, September 9, 2009

FREE Parent Classes to be held at Three Chopt Preschool and Village

Date: September 22, 2009

Class: Resiliency

Where: Three Chopt Village

Time: 7 PM – 8 PM

Target Audience: Combination class for both teachers and parents

Trainer: Denise Noble

The classes below will be held on these dates and more information on the trainer will follow.

October 28 Family Communication 7-8
November 12 Stress Management 7-8

Customer Service With a Smile (had to share)

Subject: The Shepard Letter - Service with a Smile

Meet Agent Vic - Service with a Smile

My buddy at the St. Louis airport is Agent Vic, of American Airlines. Vic is a great guy who delivers what passengers hope to get; service with a smile. The other day I was on a flight to Chicago and Vic was the gate agent. He was doing what he always does, helping passengers, answering questions, pre-boarding passengers that needed a little extra help, etc.; all with a smile.

About five minutes before the plane was due to take off, all of the passengers were boarded and seated. Agent Vic came on board and enthusiastically announced, "Hi everyone!

My name is Vic. I hope it's okay if we leave five minutes early today. Is everyone okay with that? I can't hear you! Is everyone okay with that?" The passengers applauded.

"Well then," Vic said with a smile, "Thank you for flying American Airlines!"

And, speaking of smiles and friendly service, as I walk through the St. Louis airport I notice the airport employees (maintenance crew, passenger assistance personnel, etc.) greeting people, telling them to have a nice flight and just plain being nice. The "Smile Training" is paying off. It's refreshing to be treated to service with a smile.

LESSON: Yes, it takes more than smiles to deliver great customer service. Still, a smile can go a long way. The positive attitude - and the smile - is contagious.