August 14th and 15th, 2024
with Preconference August 13th, 2024
20th Annual
Communities Collaborative Brain Development Conference
"Continuing the Journey"
@ Shooting Star Casino Hotel & Event Center, Mahnomen, Minnesota
We are excited to WELCOME you to the 20th Annual Brain development Conference.
**Please note if you do not have a copy of your EVENTBRITE Ticket from when you registered THAT IS OK, just check in at the registration desk with your last name and we will get you set up with your name tag and conference swag!!
A two-day Education Focused Conference of Key Note Speakers, Workshops, and Presenters. All with the focus of those working with children and families in a variety of settings.
Includes a Pre-conference opportunity.
The Goal of the Conference
The Communities Collaborative Brain Development Conference is an educational conference dedicated to service providers, teachers, professionals, and parents. The conference’s goals are to bring together individuals, programs, and schools that work with children ages birth through school-age. We are dedicated to sharing high quality up to date information and provide useful strategies to better serve children and families in our communities.
Pre Conference
Tuesday, August 13th, 2024
Day 1
Wednesday, August 14th, 2024
Day 2
Thursday, August 15th, 2024
The Key Note Speakers
Ron Shuali
M. Ed.
Ron Shuali, M.Ed. has been called the “Messiah of the Mind”, the “Behavior Master” and the “Bad Boy of Early Childhood. His laughter filled keynotes, workshops and assemblies are always full of eye-opening experiences as audiences have multiple “Ah-HA!” moments. He is the creator of the internationally acclaimed Yogarate and Behavior Mastery systems. Ron holds a Master’s of Education specializing in Early Childhood, is a best-selling author, motivational speaker, and most importantly…He is funny. His background of martial arts, yoga, reiki, professional wrestling and improv creates hilarious and educational experiences focusing on mindfulness and connecting with fellow humans and their inner-child.
Albert M. Pooley
Founder and President of the Native American Fatherhood and Families Association. Albert M. Pooley was born to the Hopi and Navajo Native American cultures.
He grew up close to both cultures on the reservation where the love of a father taught him outstanding life lessons.
He holds a Masters of Social Work (MSW) and Masters of Public Administration (MPA).
Mr. Pooley has extensive experience as a marriage and family counselor.
He appreciates the role of being a father and he finds joy in teaching
principles that are relevant to his Native American culture.
*See his Keynote description on our speaker page HERE.
https://www.nativeamericanfathers.org/
Dr. J.
(Dr. Caitlin Johnson Ph.D.)
Dr. Caitlin Johnson (Dr. J.) is an Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership at Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM). She is an enrolled member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians and grew up on her home reservation. She graduated with her Ph. D in Adult & Community Education from North Dakota State University in May 2021. Although Dr. J. graduated a NDSU Bison, she is now a proud MSUM Dragon.
*See her Keynote description on our speaker page HERE.
“In Ojibwe and Cree culture, leadership didn't mean power; it meant caring.”― Tanya Talaga
Mitch Factor
Mitch Factor has been a lead teacher in Tribal Head Start for over 30 years. Mitch now presents to Tribal Head Start Staff and Tribal Employees across the United States, Alaska and Canada. Mitch specializes in wellness, parent and family involvement, male involvement, and staff working as a collective unit to benefit the children and families. Mitch presents at conferences, national conferences and Tribal events. Mitch Factor is also a humorist and enjoys laughing and having fun while presenting.
*See his Keynote description on our speaker page HERE.
The Venue
Shooting Star Casino and Event Center
Mahnomen, Minnesota
Located in northern Minnesota, the Shooting Star accommodates large groups and provides an expansive offering of event space that is sure to make our event a success.
Silent Auction
Calling for donations for our Silent Auction. We are looking for baskets, items, or donations of goods that can be put on our silent auction. All proceeds from the auction will be used towards future Scholarships.
To give donations please contact:
Casey Francis at casey.francis@whiteearth-nsn.gov 218-935-6256
FOR MORE INFORMATION or QUESTIONS CONTACT:
White Earth Child Care/Early Childhood Program
• PO Box 418 • White Earth, MN 56591
Phone: 218-983-3285
Sue Heisler sueheisler@whiteearth-nsn.gov or
Melissa Amundson melissa.amundson@whiteearth-nsn.gov