lmua Discovery Garden is hosting another monthly CEU event on Friday, June 4 from 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm. The topic covers the ABA article: Supervisor Support as a Predictor of burnout and Therapeutic Self-Efficacy in Therapists Working in ABA Schools (Gibson, Grey & Hastings, 2009). As a prerequisite, everyone will be expected to have …
On the 19th Anniversary of 9/11, in the midst of a global pandemic. Many times in the past, these blogs were inspired by the climate of the day, dramatic happenings in our society and around the globe. They would cause me to reflect on how these events impact my parenting, and they might trigger memories …
My four year old son Valentino is quite articulate – we have never spoken to him in “baby talk” or “simple talk” – we speak to him as a thinking individual, and he responds to us in the same manner. It doesn’t mean that he does not say the darndest things – in fact the …
A moment that nearly caused me to fall flat on my ass and gasp, was when my four and a half year old asked me, “Daddy, what is my purpose in life?” The conversation that followed went something like this; Daddy: What do you mean Valentino? Tino: Well you help all those children, and you …
One of my clearest early childhood memories was the first time I performed on stage in front of an audience. I am sure it was the same experience for many children, and the cast of children I was with shared this first experience with me as well. I was a bumble bee in my …
Can you explain the mission behind Ocean Vodka? The mission behind Ocean Vodka is to create superior organic, value-added agricultural product from Hawaii that supports the local economy, competes globally based on quality and raises awareness for ocean conservation. Why is it important for Ocean Vodka to support families with children in need? It is important …
Dean Wong talks with Dr. Bobbie-Jo Moniz-Tadeo about Early Childhood Development and Special Education.
The first words I heard this morning were “Happy Birthday Daddy!” The first thought that went through my mind was “Oh for Crap’s Sake!” however my outside voices responded appropriately with “thank you sweetheart, give me a big kiss.” For as long as I can remember looking back I have loathed and resented celebrating my …
It occurred to me that not a day goes by when I don’t pull out my phone and snap a photo of my son. Sometimes it’s because he is doing something that boggles my mind, something I didn’t expect, or something profoundly moving for me. Often I am simply trying to capture a moment in …
Imua Preschool Teacher Gemma Medina talks with Dean Wong on the benefits of Dramatic Play and it’s role at the Imua Preschool.