Welcome to the Fit and Healthy Kids Conference. A few days before the class you will receive a package in the mail and an email with the ZOOM link for the program. A list of supplies will be inside the package please gather all supplies ahead of the conference. This conference will be hands-on. All the classes are live over Zoom and we will be interacting with you over the computer. NO RECORDING WILL BE AVAILABLE TO VIEW. You will need a webcam and mic., to communicate with us. Please have them insatalled ahead of time. Most new technology has these items built in. You can log in 15 minutes in advance on the first class if you would like to try your computer/device out.
How can I earn 8 hours from the Fit and Healthy Kids Early Childcare Conference?
We are excited to offer 4, 6, or 8 hours of early childhood from attending the Fit and Healthy Kids Conference on-line. You will be able to choose your participation level.
February 24 (Saturday)—All classes are live on this day and are required to receive the minimum number of hours—4 hrs.
By March 20—Optional homework —2 hrs.
March 25 (Monday)—Optional follow-up zoom —2 hrs.
How do I participate in the Fit and Healthy Kids Conference on February 24th?
- Sign up for the conference and choose your participation level.
- You will receive emails with information on how to join the conference by Zoom. You will need a camera and microphone on your device.
- You will receive a package in the mail about a week before the conference with supplies and a supply list of items to have ready for the conference.
- You will need to participate by doing the activities on Zoom with other participants. Examples: making breakfast along with presenter, trying movement activities and other hands on projects. This conference is designed for teachers and learners to engage. Remember a conference is what you make of it!
- Complete an evaluation and receive a certificate.
- Make plans for your homework. (Optional)
How do I complete my homework? (Due March 20th)
Design a project to fit your business and learning style using a concept learned at the conference!
- Sign up when you register.
- Choose a concept.
- Create a plan of action with a list of materials needed.
- Implement the plan.
- Take 3 to 5 photos. (The photos are only used as proof that you implemented your homework.)
- Write up a short report on what you did (spelling grammar is not reviewed), how it worked, children's responses and if you will make any adjustments in the future.
Due March 20, 2024. We may give you a call to chat about your project for clarification if needed. We are here to help you succeed on the homework! - Send the information and photos to Fit and Healthy Kids - fhk@unl.edu, Include 2024 homework #1 in the subject line of the email.
- We will email you a certificate. Note: if you do not receive the certificate within a week of your submission of homework please email FHK@unl.edu
How I do participate in the follow–up Zoom option?
- Sign up when you register.
- Receive a reminder email for the Zoom program.
- Attend “Infant and Toddler AND What To Do When There Is A Concern” on Monday, March 25 from 6:30-8:30 pm CST live on Zoom.
- Complete an evaluation and receive a certificate for 2 hours.
Questions: FHK@unl.edu
