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Powerful Interactions

presented by Dani Svantner

In this presentation, we will learn how to make everyday interactions into powerful and meaningful learning experiences. We will discuss strategies for extending learning through open-ended questions and the importance of building relationships with our children to create a community of learners. Powerful interactions have the ability to transform students from disconnected and disruptive to engaged and connected. We will give you strategies to help reduce challenging behaviors and can transform your classroom into a group of eager, excited learners. 

About the Presenter

Dani Svantner holds a master’s degree in elementary education, specializing in Early Childhood Education. She also holds a certificate in leadership in early childhood education. She is the president of the east central region INAEYC, as well as the co-chair of the Grant Co. Early Childhood Coalition.

Dani has a coaching certification as well, specifically working with leaders and group coaching. She received an award for Servant Leadership in 2023, from a local coaching nonprofit organization. She is the Executive Director of 3 programs in Indiana, with 4 more coming in 2024. Her experience with leadership development and positive psychology practices helps her stand out as an ECE advocate and trainer. She holds a trainer certification, and trains programs all over Indiana in best practices, focusing on social-emotional skills for children and adults.

In 2020, she co-wrote a curriculum based on putting social and emotional development first. The curriculum encompasses early childhood learning, staff training, coaching, and overall program well-being.