Tri-County AOK Network-Play With Purpose Presentation (an educational collaboration with the Rock Island AOK Network)
The Tri-County AOK Network is excited to welcome, from the AOK Network in Rock Island, Family Engagement Specialist Sage Marske on Wednesday, July 29. We have two sessions available, one from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. and the second from 5:30-7 p.m. Two Gateway credits will be available when you attend one of the sessions. This event is in-person at the Tazewell County Health Department – Tremont and is an adult only event. Below I have provided our registration form as well as our Facebook event. Please share this with your coworkers, friends, neighbors, and clients.
Registration Form: Tri-County AOK Network – Play with Purpose – Fill out form
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1559784325804101/?active_tab=discussion
To learn a bit more about Play with Purpose, read the details below. Sam and I are excited to host our first AOK event and to bring another member of the AOK Network here as well.
The Why Behind Play – Supporting Regulation Through OT & SEL
This training explores the connection between play, sensory processing, and social-emotional learning (SEL) in early childhood. Participants will learn how children use play to develop regulation, communication, and problem-solving skills. The session highlights how sensory experiences influence behavior and provides strategies to distinguish between sensory-driven responses and intentional behavior. Attendees will engage in interactive activities and leave with practical, easy-to-implement tools to support children’s development through both indoor and outdoor play.
Social Emotional Learning in Early Childhood: The OT Connection to Mental Health & Regulation
Early childhood is a critical time for developing the emotional, social, and self-regulation skills that support lifelong success. This interactive training explores how occupational therapy and social-emotional learning work together to help children understand emotions, build relationships, develop coping skills, and navigate everyday challenges. Participants will learn about the role of sensory processing in behavior, explore strategies for supporting emotional regulation, and discover practical tools that can be used immediately in early childhood settings. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of the whole child and actionable techniques to foster confidence, connection, and resilience in young learners.