Teaching with Compassion

State Refereed Presentations (2009 - present)

Harris, K. (2020, March). Spiritual care as a facet of holistic healing. UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Child Life Conference, "Come ketchup with Us!" A presentation at UPMC, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2019, October). Leading with the voices of our students; Nuturing the inner reflective lives of early childhood student teachers. Presentation at the 48th Annual PAC-TE 2019 Teacher Education Assembly, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2019, October). Creating pictures of the heart for young children: iPads as empowering tools for complative practices and storyography. Presentation at the 48th Annual PAC-TE 2019 Teacher Education Assembly, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2019, June). Peer-mediated support strategies rock! Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Ohio Conference. A presentation at thesummer 2019 Forum. Columbus, Ohio.

Harris, K. (2019, April). Superhero play: Heros of resiliency and reciprocity for all young children. A featured presenter presentation at the Ohio Association for the Education of Young Children (OAEYC) Annual 2019 Conference. Sandusky, Ohio.

Harris, K.(2019, April). The heartbeat and flow of teaching: Leading with compassion, celebrating with passion, and connecting with collaboration (Part I and Part II).  A featured presenter presentation at the Ohio Association for the Education of Young Children (OAEYC) Annual 2019 Conference. Sandusky, Ohio.

Harris, K. (2019, April). Using transitions for a caring and respectful early childhood community. A featured presenter presentation at the Ohio Association for the Education of Young Children (OAEYC) Annual 2019 Conference. Sandusky, Ohio.

Harris, K. (2017, October). Where do we go from here? Teacher dispositions: Implications for teacher education by developing intentional dispositions using strengths, teacher gemories, and literature. Presentation at the 46th Annual PAC-TE 2017 Teacher Education Assembly, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2015, March). Using peer ambassadors and social narratives for promoting executive function skills and positive social skills for all young children. Presentation at the 20th Annual Conference for Early Childhood and Early Intervention Providers, Juniata College, Huntingdon, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2014, October). Nurturing each child’s spirit: Caring for the souls of young children.  Presentation at bi-annual PAEYC and the Allegheny County Family Support Conference, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2014, October). Sizzling transitions for inspiring and motivating brain development in child-centered classrooms. Presentation at the bi-annual PAEYC and the Allegheny County Family Support Conference, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Sholtis, S. & Harris, K. (2014, October). Companion angels on a leash: Service dogs and the children they touch and inspire.  Presentation at the bi-annual PAEYC and the Allegheny County Family Support Conference, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Shetron, K. & Harris, K. (2014, October). Using visual supports for young children: Enhancing independence and engagement for visibility in inclusive early childhood programs. Presentation at the bi-annual PAEYC and the Allegheny County Family Support Conference, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2014, May). What is the Secret to 21^st Century Skills Success for Young Children?  Innovation through STEAM + Project-based Learning. Proposal accepted at the Annual PA STEM Vision Conference, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K., & Monsour, M. (2014, February). Using Transition Time Books. Presentation at the annual Pennsylvania Educational Technology Exposition & Conference (PETE&C), Hershey, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K., & Ordonez, B. (2014, February). STEM and the Arts in Early Education.  Presentation at the annual Pennsylvania Educational Technology Exposition & Conference (PETE&C), Hershey, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2013, October). Once Upon a Time: Engaging Young Children's Minds Using Mobile Technology and Storytelling. Presentation at the 2013 Early Childhood Education Summit for Young Children, "Igniting the Imagination, Inspiring Action." State College, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2013, March). Brain Rules for Adult Learning Styles: Creating the Spark of Energy in Higher Ed. Learning. A presentation at the Pennsylvania Association for the Education of Young Children and Southwest Keys Professional Development Conference, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2012, April). Peer-Mediated Interventions: Participation, Engagement, & Visibility for Children. A full-day presentation at the annual Ohio Early Care & Education Conference, Columbus, Ohio.

Harris, K. (2012, April). Technology and Young Children: The very best of both worlds!  A presentation at the second annual iTeach Technology Gallery, Seton Hill University, Greensburg, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2012, February). Awakening Early Childhood Wonder with the iPad. Presentation at the annual Pennsylvania Educational Technology Exposition & Conference, Hershey, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2011, May). Success for All Young Children: Supporting Differentiated Instruction Within a Curriculum Framework Building Community and Accountability. Presentation at the annual Pennsylvania Early Learning Conference: Building Quality: Education Leadership for a Changing World, State College, PA.

Harris, K. (2011, May). Building a Caring and Supportive Learning Community: Peer-Mediated Interventions: An Effective, Inclusive Strategy for All Young Children. Presentation at the annual Pennsylvania Early Learning Conference: Building Quality: Education Leadership for a Changing World, State College, PA.

Harris, K. (2010, May). Playing, Learning, & Creating New Friendships = Peer-Mediated Intervention. A presentation at the annual Ohio Early Care and Education Conference, Columbus, Ohio.

Harris, K. (2009, May). Creating a Spiritual Early Childhood Environment: Five Activities to Nurture, Support, and Sustain All Young Children. A presentation at the annual Ohio Early Care & Education Conference, Columbus, Ohio.

Harris, K. (2009, May). The Wheels on the Bus Go Round & Round all Through the Town: Social Studies is Everywhere for Young Children! A presentation at the annual Ohio Early Care & Education Conference, Columbus, Ohio.

Local Non-Refereed Presentations (2009 - present)

Harris, K. (2019, February). Using children's literature to promote social justice and Catholic Social Teaching. Presentation at Seton Hill University to the Board of Trustees at the 2019 annual board meeting.

Casebeer D., Harris, K., Ordonez. B., & Suppo, J. (2017, August). Assessments for data driven decision making. Presentation at the Seton Hill University Fall 2017 Workshop for Faculty, Greensburg, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2015, October). Celebrating relationships and community using classroom rituals with children with autism for home and school. Presentation at the Integrate Autism 2015 Conference, Westmoreland Intermediate Unit and Seton Hill University, Greensburg, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2015, October). Peer-mediated intervention: Supporting community, skill building, new friendships, and executive function skills for success and confidence. Presentation at the Integrate Autism 2015 Conference, Westmoreland Intermediate Unit and Seton Hill University, Greensburg, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2015, May). Creating the spark! Building on children's interests using digital technology. Presentation at the 205 iTech Seton Hill University Gallery, Greensburg, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2015, May). What is the secret to 21st century skills success for young children? Presentation at the 205 iTech Seton Hill University Gallery, Greensburg, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2014, May). All I ever learned in kindergarten. A presentation at the 12^th Annual United Way Westmoreland Transition Conference, Seton Hill University, Greensburg, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2012, April). The Role of Technology in Early Childhood Education. A presentation at the 2^nd Annual ELITE Technology Gallery, Seton Hill University, Greensburg, Pennsylvania.

Consulting/Workshops (2009 - present)

Harris, K. (2017, December). Teaching with purpose, passion, and strengths: Building resiliency and community in kindergarten. Keynote presenter for the Diocese of Greensburg, Pennsylvania Early Childhood Kindergarten Teachers.

Harris, K. (2017, March). Teaching in the key of life: Awakening wonder in early childhood! Keynote conference presenter for the Diocese of Greensburg, Pennsylvania Early Childhood Kindergarten Teachers.

Harris, K. (2015, September). Creating the spark! Building on children's interests using digital technology. Keynote presenter for the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International for Key Women Educators, Greensburg, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2015, August). Process of change - how we can embrace change in a positive manner. Keynote presenter for the Regional Leadership Council Meeting, Early Childhood, Pittsburg, Pennsylvania.

Harris, K. (2012, October). Peer-Mediated Intervention: An Evidence-Based Learning Strategy for Promoting Social Skills for All Young Children. State Regional 8, Ohio Early Learning Readiness, Professional Development In-Service, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.

Harris, K. (2012, September). Transitions for All Young Children, Promoting Play and Social Skills. Greensburg and Mount Pleasant Preschool and Kindergarten Teachers, Mt. Pleasant, Pennsylvania

Harris, K., Curry, B., & Somervile, B. (2011, March). Peer-Mediated Interventions: An Effective Strategy for Promoting Social Skills for All Young Children. Summit County Preschool School System Professional Development In-Service, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.

Harris, K. (2009, May). Peer-Mediated Intervention: Promoting Positive and Supportive Relationships With Young Children. A presentation for Summit County Educational Service Ctr., Region 8, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.

As you may note, I cover many topics in my workshops and presentations.  As a new need arises, I shall create a customized workshop for you.  If you have a need or an idea I would love to discuss it with you.