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Semann & Slattery

Locality: Newtown, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 9557 1460

Address: Studio 105 / 3 Gladstone Street 2042 Newtown, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.semannslattery.com

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23.01.2022 Healing Through Play - with Rick Fourie (New Zealand) Thursday 8 October 12.00pm - 1.00pm $30 (plus GST) Our 2nd series of couch conversations are back, with a line up of exceptional international speakers. Delivered in collaboration with David Gilkes Early Years Education Consultant, join us as we hear from and engage with from Rick Fourie, founder of the Conscious Collective as he shares his insight in the healing power of play.... Register now at https://semannslattery.com//1556-couch-conversations-heal/

23.01.2022 Documentation Solutions: Planning for learning, learning to plan Sydney full day professional development Monday 12 October ... If you can only get to one workshop this year about programming, planning and documentation, then this full day session is the one for you, and the team. From noticing the learning and developing meaningful goals, to implementing transformative curriculum planning that flows from your documentation of the learning. Tired of checking boxes, meaningless reflections which nobody is reading, and simply ‘just getting it done’. Tired of feeling like you are simply spending the day filling children’s social media feeds. We will go through the planning cycle and focus on what needs to be done, how we can do it, and what we can let go of. This will be a great session for the leaders in settings as well as it will bring clarity on how they can support their teams in engaging in meaningful documentation processes which support high quality outcomes for all, as well as full accountability. Register at https://semannslattery.com//1344-documentation-solutions-/

23.01.2022 APPROACHES TO DATA COLLECTION AND CURRICULUM PLANNING 'Observation enables us to see what children have in fact mastered, probe next to see what in fact they are learning, continue with what in fact sustains their involvement' (Hawkins in Jones, Evans & Renken, 2001, p.3) Conversely, a deficit approach to planning involves educators identifying what children can't do and what children need to learn. Activities and experiences are then included in the program in order to addr...ess these deficits. There is something problematic about such an approach. Firstly, if we are searching for deficits, we can find these in everyone including children. Secondly, this works on the assumption that experiences and activities can save children. However, Dr Pam Winter suggests that we 'start with what's strong, not what's wrong'. Every child has and possess potentiality. Every child has and possess the ability to be a theory maker. Our views of children are powerful predictors on how we approach curriculum planning. Ask yourself, does our curriculum planning focus on children as possessing the capability to test ideas, play with theories and solve the complexities they encounter. Or is our curriculum planning focused on activities aimed at keeping children busy and addressing perceived gaps in their learning and development. Remember we all make choices about our curriculum planning approaches. Let's honour young children and their intelligence.

22.01.2022 Couch Conversation Part 2 with Jill McLachlan (Aus) Demystifying curriculum reclaiming the artistry and agency of the educators in the room 15 October 12.00pm - 1.00pm... https://semannslattery.com//1557-couch-conversations-demy/

21.01.2022 Couch Conversations Towards a Democratic Early Childhood Educationand Farewell to Childcare with Professor Peter Moss UK for $30 Tuesday 10 November 5:00 PM AEDT - 6:00 PM AEDT... Do not miss out on this important presentation bought to you by Semann & Slattery and David Gilkes Education Consultant. Register now at https://semannslattery.com//1559-couch-conversations-towa/

21.01.2022 View our upcoming online workshops for the next two weeks! Remember: if a workshop you are interested in isn't NESA approved, you can still use your hours towards Teacher Identified Training. View the full list with links to register below:... http://createsend.com/t/d-AD1FBB7C89BC07702540EF23F30FEDED See more

21.01.2022 Today faith was restored. Today hope was dealt. Today the world witnessed courageous change. We learnt that the battles of equality need to be fought but not with fear nor with divisiveness. To every young girl and women out there remember you matter and you have the right to be heard.

21.01.2022 And we are coming back with David Gilkes Education Consultant for another amazing series. Watch this space for more information.

20.01.2022 Last-minute registrations are still available for this evenings online Couch Conversation with Professor Jayne Osgood in the UK! Join us for only $33 inc GST! https://semannslattery.com//1558-couch-conversations-chil/

20.01.2022 A webinar with Anthony Semann & Colin Slattery Survival guide for leaders: Finding your magic Wednesday 14 October 9:30am - 10:30am (AEST)... $50 A must for all leaders wanting to find their feet, reignite their passion and explore ways to bring out the best in the team. Regsiter now at : https://semannslattery.com//1485-survival-guide-for-leade/

19.01.2022 Some wise words from Diane von Fürstenberg - 'Never lose sight of who you are as an individual, always make sure you can smile at your shadow and wink at yourself in the mirror'.

19.01.2022 Unleashing your influence: Know yourself (Session 1) $50 With Michelle Walker and Sarah Louise Gandolfo Thursday 24 September 12.30pm - 1.30pm (AEST) A three part transformative professional learning program exploring... Session 1 - Know yourself Session 2 - Stay curious Session 3 - Lead change Attend some or attend all. How well do you really know yourself do you spend time getting to re acquaint yourself with you? Our busy lives often get in the way of reflecting on our own purpose and motivations. We put ourselves last, this can lead to resentment. Join us as we unpack our own stories and leave you with strategies and tools to ‘unleash your influence’. https://semannslattery.com//1546-unleashing-your-influenc/

19.01.2022 Yesterday we had the pleasure of working with the amazing team from The Rumpus Room (https://www.therumpusroom.com.au). We spent the day troubling the ideas and words related to 'behaviour management' (more of that to come in a future post). What struck us was the deep thinking about what constitutes 'curriculum' and how this is defined or not within the early years sector. We spent time in a classroom where children have been hand sewing making pillows, and using sewing mach...ines to make Christmas stockings. Our encounter with this made our heart sing and raised some important questions regarding the need for our work with children to be authentic, meaningful and joyful. We are sharing some photos with you, but ask you to think about how your team defines their work with children, what the word 'authentic' means and how you navigate this rocky term 'curriculum' See more

16.01.2022 Couch Conversation Part 4 with Professor Peter Moss (UK) Towards a Democratic Early Childhood Education...and Farewell to Childcare Tuesday 10 November 5.00pm - 6.00pm... https://semannslattery.com//1559-couch-conversations-towa/

13.01.2022 People often ask 'where can a qualification in early childhood education take you'? In our latest edition of Pick A Lane we chat with Tina Sangiuliano from Liverpool Council as she shares her inspiring journey with our readers. https://semannslattery.cmail19.com//8763CA21EADEC46F1C65CA

13.01.2022 Fear isn't always bad. Sometimes it gives us to boost we need to perform to succeed because it can energise us and give us the kick in the back side we need. However, more than likely, fear is that thing that holds you back, that gives others the cutting edge you wish you had. To eliminate fear, it's not as simple as just wishing fear would just go away. It's all about strategy. You need to ask yourself what are you fearful of? Someone in the room is wiser than you and you ar...e fearful they will catch you out? Then prepare yourself and get the knowledge you need to overcome this! Knoweldge really is power. Perhaps you're fearful others won't value you what you have to say in a meeting? Then don't let your self-worth be wrapped up in other peoples opinions of you! Here's the deal. Everyone has and encounters fear, it's just that some people let it define them and carry it around like an oversized bag that won't fit in the overhead locker. For others, they realise when and when not to bring fear along on the journey. If fear ain't your friend in a particular situation then figure out how to control it before it takes control of you. Oh and ps that trendy skirt in the back of the cupboard may come in handy one day so don't throw it out yet. See more

11.01.2022 Always Was, Always Will Be. As we enter NAIDOC week, it's timely to consider what it means to integrate Aboriginal world views and theories into early childhood curriculum. It is also a reminder that a critical part of our work is to not just build the knowledge of children but also the knowledge of the educators and teachers who work alongside children. This may mean some deep soul searching and a commitment to expand your own knowledge, identifying your knowledge gaps and s...ource new information including information that will build a rich and thoughtful curriculum. We want a world that commits to the celebration of difference, that values the history of the land we occupy and the people who came before us. We want to struggle with big questions such as 'How can I make a difference to this world' and 'How can my curriculum move beyond token experiences to learning that changes people'. Remember we may never get it always right, but we need to give it a go. We may be paralysed by uncertainty but let's be fuelled by our politics and share and celebrate with others the wonderful and rich cultures of the Aboriginal people of this country. And remember Always Was, Always Will Be. See more

10.01.2022 Webinar : Strengthening relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community with Monique Proud Tuesday 29 September 1.00pm - 2.00pm Tuesday 27 October 11.00am - 12.00pm ... Monique is a proud Aboriginal woman with strong family ties to Cherbourg (Wakka Wakka country), but traditionally a descendant of the Gunggari people through her grandmother, and a descendant of the Kuku-Yalanji people through her grandfather. She comes from a long line of Aboriginal artists, innovators and creative thinkers and loves to incorporate Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing into her work with corporates, not-for-profits and government. Monique has always been an out-of-the-box thinker with a vivid imagination. She enjoys tackling problems across a variety of industries utilising design thinking, combined with Indigenous methodologies to come up with innovative solutions. Register at https://semannslattery.com//1487-strengthening-relationsh/

09.01.2022 HEALING THROUGH PLAY WEBINAR - $30 Thursday 8 October What is the role of play in children's lives? How does play act as a process of healing? How might we reimagine the role of play? This is a webinar not to be missed. Join Anthony Semann, David Gilkes and our special guest from New Zealand Rick Fourie on Thursday 8 October as we explore healing through play.... Rick is a thought leader and his most recent online play conference saw thousands of educators and teachers online to explore the critical role of play. He is also the founder of the Conscious Collective. Register now for $30 at https://semannslattery.com//1556-couch-conversations-heal/

09.01.2022 Couch Conversation Part 3 with Professor Jayne Osgood (UK) Childhoods and Thinking Alongside Children Tuesday 27 October 5.00pm - 6.00pm... https://semannslattery.com//1558-couch-conversations-chil/

09.01.2022 This edition of Pick A Lane requires us to have some difficult conversations about keeping children safe. Please spread this message. https://semannslattery.createsend1.com//4B6F5863931AF46425

08.01.2022 Always worth reflecting on Trusting too much in the feeling of being on the correct side of anything can be very dangerous. This internal sense of rightness that we all experience so often is not a reliable guide to what is actually going on in the external world. And when we act like it is, and we stop entertaining the possibility that we could be wrong - Karen Schulz

08.01.2022 Don't miss our upcoming couch conversation with the ever inspiring Jayne Osgood from the UK. Jayne will be exploring 'thinking' alongside children. Tuesday 27th October 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM AEDT... Register now at https://semannslattery.com//1558-couch-conversations-chil/

07.01.2022 The remaining issues of PEDAGOGY+ Magazine. Issues 01, 02 and 03 are SOLD OUT. Don’t miss out on adding the rest to your collection: ISSUE 04 (Cover: Ursula Kolbe) - The Arts ISSUE 05 (Cover: Kerryn Jones) - Social Justice ISSUE 06 (Cover: Janet Robertson) - Nature Pedagogy ISSUE 07 (Cover: Dr Karen Martin) - Difficult Conversations... ISSUE 08 (Cover: Kiya from Playschool) - Inspire 2020 Learn more, order or subscribe at www.pedagogymagazine.com

06.01.2022 Join us for a full day of professional learning in Parramatta to explore concepts of risky play on the 14 October. Covid safe and covid registered venue. Register now at https://semannslattery.com//1184-risky-play-promote-child/

03.01.2022 Look global, reimagine local webinar with Dr Deborah Harcourt 30 September and 28 October $50... Register at https://semannslattery.com//1552-look-global-reimagine-lo/ Two global events - the Covid19 pandemic and the Black Lives Matter movement - have given us reason to pause and to question what is important for the future of humanity. In doing so, early childhood education has a professional and ethical responsibility to rethink its focus on what is important for young children to learn. Embracing a stronger focus on citizenship and community, we will explore the possibilities of a new lens for both educators' and children's inquiry.

02.01.2022 In our just released edition of Pick A Lane we meet the amazing educators, teachers and leaders from the Broadmeadow branch of The Rumpus Room and learn from them about what happens when you engage a group of young, newly graduated or trained educators and provide them with high-quality personal development, great leadership, above required ratios, and above all, freedom to learn? To read this edition of Pick A Lane click on https://semannslattery.createsend1.com//2A333EC2E05CD84625

02.01.2022 Join us for our second couch conversation with Jill McLachlan on the 15 October from 12.00pm - 1.00pm to discuss Demystifying Curriculum for $30 Feedback from our session with Rick Fourie... 'This whole conversation has been soul filling and encouraging...I'm scribbling notes everywhere. Thanks for starting these conversations about play and playfulness and challenging us to stay playful. Register at... https://semannslattery.com//1557-couch-conversations-demy/ See more

01.01.2022 How amazing are our team at Semann & Slattery! They all go above and beyond expectations and support the sector in amazing ways. In this post we want to highlight some of the facebook pages our team members have established and moderate. Why not subscribe to one of their facebook pages. Sarah Louise Gandolfo Learning to lead in early childhood https://www.facebook.com/LearningToLeadInEarlyChildhood/... Kristy O’Toole - Victorian Early Childhood Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/vicececommunity Michelle Walker Exceeding the National Quality Standards in Early Childhood Ideas Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/248954519824774 Anthony Semann NSW Early Childhood Teachers https://www.facebook.com/groups/302549249900903

01.01.2022 We are back with our COUCH CONVERSATIONS series. Bringing you an international line up of exceptional and inspiring thinkers. Don't miss out and register today for only $30.00 (plus GST) per session! Download or view the program here: https://semannslattery.com//THE-COUCH-CONVERSATIONS-2020.p