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2026 DFSS PreService
Welcome to the 2026 3-Day DFSS PreService

đź“ŤPalmer House Chicago
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603
 
Breakfast and Registration open at 8:00am
Conference programming from 9:00am -4:10pm
Venue: Salon 2 clear filter
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Wednesday, August 5
 

9:20am CDT

Planning with Purpose: The Importance of Effective Lesson Planning and Timely Documentation
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 9:20am - 10:20am CDT
Salon 2
Limited Capacity seats available
Creating intentional lesson plans and completing documentation in a timely manner are essential components of high-quality early childhood education. This presentation will highlight how effective planning supports individualized instruction, promotes meaningful learning experiences, and ensures alignment with curriculum goals and child outcomes. Participants will also explore the importance of accurate and consistent documentation in tracking children’s progress, supporting assessments, maintaining compliance, and strengthening communication with families and stakeholders. Through practical strategies and real-world examples, educators will gain tools to improve organization, accountability, and overall classroom success.
Speakers
avatar for Natasha Belt

Natasha Belt

Quality Education Service Coordinator, City of Chicago Department of Family Support Services
Natasha, born on April 28, 1982, in Altgeld Gardens, found her purpose early on in community service and music. From choir to martial arts, she embraced every opportunity at Grissom Elementary and Corliss High School. Graduating from Jackson State University in 2005, her trumpet echoed... Read More →
Wednesday August 5, 2026 9:20am - 10:20am CDT
Salon 2
  DFSS

11:00am CDT

Quality Support Service Coordinator
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Salon 2
Limited Capacity seats available
Creating intentional lesson plans and completing documentation in a timely manner are essential components of high-quality early childhood education. This presentation will highlight how effective planning supports individualized instruction, promotes meaningful learning experiences, and ensures alignment with curriculum goals and child outcomes. Participants will also explore the importance of accurate and consistent documentation in tracking children’s progress, supporting assessments, maintaining compliance, and strengthening communication with families and stakeholders. Through practical strategies and real-world examples, educators will gain tools to improve organization, accountability, and overall classroom success.
Speakers
avatar for Natasha Belt

Natasha Belt

Quality Education Service Coordinator, City of Chicago Department of Family Support Services
Natasha, born on April 28, 1982, in Altgeld Gardens, found her purpose early on in community service and music. From choir to martial arts, she embraced every opportunity at Grissom Elementary and Corliss High School. Graduating from Jackson State University in 2005, her trumpet echoed... Read More →
Wednesday August 5, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Salon 2
  DFSS

2:10pm CDT

Why Interactions Matter (Eng)
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:10pm - 3:10pm CDT
Salon 2
Limited Capacity seats available
In this session, participants will further their understanding of
Early Childhood Education and Developmentally Appropriate
Practice. Educators, principals, and instructional leaders will
learn to identify and communicate the impact of effective
educator-child interactions.
Moderators
AB

Alisha Bourque

Teachstone

BR

Bibi Rahim

Teachstone
Speakers
avatar for Liana Ondra

Liana Ondra

CLASS Specialist, Teachstone
Liana has over 10 years of experience working in Early Childhood. She earned a Master's degree in Early Childhood Education from Liberty University and has worked in classrooms in both private and public ECE programs. She has also worked as an Instructional Coach with Head Start and... Read More →
Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:10pm - 3:10pm CDT
Salon 2
  Teachstone

3:20pm CDT

Strategies to Support Dual Language Learners (Eng)
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:20pm - 4:20pm CDT
Salon 2
Limited Capacity seats available
Global perspectives provide an invaluable opportunity to encourage
children’s linguistic and intellectual development. This session stresses
the power of using rich, high-quality language with children and provides
concrete strategies for promoting bilingualism in classrooms.
Moderators
AB

Alisha Bourque

Teachstone

BR

Bibi Rahim

Teachstone
Speakers
avatar for Liana Ondra

Liana Ondra

CLASS Specialist, Teachstone
Liana has over 10 years of experience working in Early Childhood. She earned a Master's degree in Early Childhood Education from Liberty University and has worked in classrooms in both private and public ECE programs. She has also worked as an Instructional Coach with Head Start and... Read More →
Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:20pm - 4:20pm CDT
Salon 2
  Teachstone
 

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