Eastern Washington Association for the Education of Young Children and
Washington Association for the Education of Young Children (EWAEYC)
Presents
The 28th Annual
GIFT OF CHILDHOOD Conference
Saturday, February 21st, 2015 at Spokane Falls Community College (SFCC)
With the generous support of the Community Colleges of Spokane, SFCC Early Childhood Programs,
And Spokane County Head Start/ECEAP/Early Head Start
Schedule of Events
7:30-8:30 am
7:45-8:30 am
7:45 am
8:00am-4:00pm
8:00-9:30 am
9:45-11:15 am
11:15-12:30 pm
12:30-2:00 pm
2:15 - 3:45 pm
3:45-4:15 pm
Registration, Bldg. #17
College Credit Meeting, Bldg. #17, Lounge A
Clock Hours forms, Bldg. #17, Fireside
Scholarship/Workshop Assistant Orientation, Bldg. #17
EXHIBITS OPEN, Bldg. #17, Foyer
Conference Announcements/Professional of the Year
KEYNOTE ADDRESS/ Music Building
SESSION A – 1 ½ hours
LUNCH and EXHIBITS, Bldg. #17 *
SESSION B – 1 ½ hours
SESSION C – 1 ½ hours
Clock Hours and College Credit follow up,
Dessert Reception, Door Prizes and Affiliate Meeting
In Building #17, Lounges A, B, C
*CALL LAURIE AT (509) 768-1457 TO DISCUSS FOOD
ALLERGIES
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Jim Gill, early childhood
educator, renowned author and musician
Featured Speaker:
Dana Stevens, Clinical Director,
Northwest Autism
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Washington STARS Core Competencies Tracks:
Early Care & Education Professionals:
School-Age Professionals:
Child Growth & Development
Development
Child and Adolescent Growth
Curriculum & Learning Environment
Learning Environment & Curriculum
Ongoing Measurement of Child Progress
Assessment
Child and Adolescent Observation
Families & Community Partnerships
Families, Communities & Schools
Health, Safety & Nutrition
Safety & Wellness
Interactions
Interactions with Children & Youth
Program Planning & Development
Program Planning & Development
Professional Planning & Leadership
Professional Development & Leadership
Cultural Competency & Responsiveness
Youth Empowerment
PARTICIPANTS CAN RECEIVE SIX WASHINGTON STATE
STARS/MERIT HOURS BY ATTENDING THE KEYNOTE ADDRESS
AND THREE ADDITIONAL WORKSHOP SESSIONS!!
Levels:
1=
3=
Awareness (Beginning)
Leadership (Advanced)
2 = Professional (Intermediate)
ALL = All Audiences
Questions:
Walsh
509 for
768-1457
orand
gochildhood@gmail.com
Clock Hours: Laurie
6 Clock Hours
are available
this conference
will be provided by NEWESD 101. The
cost is $2.00 per clock hour with a minimum of $10.00. The clock-hour table is located in the registration area,
Bldg. #17. Please sign in at the Clock Hours table at the beginning of the day if you are interested in receiving
clock hours. Clock hour’s information, forms and evaluations will be emailed to you following the conference .
College Credit (Eastern Washington University):
One college credit is available through Eastern Washington University, Office of Professional Development.
Those interested must attend the mandatory college credit meeting at 7:30 a.m. in BLDG 17, Lounge A.
College credit requires attendance for the entire conference and completion of a summary paper.
College Credit fee: $50.00
Come prepared with two checks:
($10 instructor/handling fee, payable to EWAEYC and $50.00, payable to EWU.)
Both are due at the mandatory meeting. Payment: check, cash, or money order only.
Only those participants attending the MANDATORY meeting and FULL conference will be eligible for college
credit.
For more information and registration, contact: Chris Booth: cbooth@ewu.edu
Questions? Contact Laurie Walsh, Conference Coordinator at
(509) 768-1457 or email: gofchildhood@gmail.com
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No person shall, on the grounds of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or the presence of any
handicap, unlawfully be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any
activity performed pursuant to workshop. While EWAEYC entertains and accepts differences of opinion, we do not necessarily
endorse the products or views presented.
To receive STARS/Merit Training hours:
SIGN-IN at your SESSION workshops
List the Session # (for example, B4) and title of the Workshop on
Official STARS/Merit certificate that is in your conference packet.
DON’T FORGET TO SIGN IN
SESSION A WORKSHOPS
9:45 -11:15 a.m. (1.5 hours)
A1:
Inspiring Music Play for the Classroom
ALL; Cur
This session is a great follow-up to Jim’s morning keynote address. It is filled with the musical inspiration you’ll need to
keep energized! Jim will lead everyone through more of his unique creations in music play and discuss how they inspire
young children not only to move, but to regulate their movements….not only to sing, but to make connections between
the words they sing and the printed word. You’ll bring some inspiration, useful in the morning and afternoon, back to
your work with young children! Reading with babies and toddlers is a fun and easy way to build early literacy skills.
Discover what makes a great book for these ages and how to select books to read aloud.
Jim Gill—Music Auditorium Building 15
A2:
Storytelling Fun with Preschoolers
1; Cur
Storytelling has been a tradition in many cultures and is fun to share with children. Learn how to incorporate storytelling
into your daily routine and emphasize early literacy skills.
Gwendolyn Haley and Mary Ellen Braks, Library Services Managers at Spokane County Library District
A3:
Have Concerns about a Child’s Development and Don’t Know What To Do?
2; Fam
Come learn about the Infant Toddler Early Intervention Program in Spokane County. We will learn how referrals are
made, the eligibility process, and role of the Family Resource Coordinator and how an Individual Family Plan is created.
With information from PAVE, workshop participants will learn the basics of Early Intervention of IDEA, Part C, in
Washington State.
Michelle Baker, Child & Family Program Specialist, Spokane County
3; Interactions
A4:
Difficult Conversations
This workshop will provide information and insights for planning and participating in difficult conversations that happen in
our daily work with parents, in our work with multiple staff in childcare settings and classrooms, and with community
partners. Learn about different types of conversations and how to use active listening and problem-solving skills to keep
communication open and productive.
Stephanie Lynch, Center Manager, Community Colleges of Spokane Head Start/Early Head Start
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A5:
The Natural Born Scientist - Turn Your Classroom into a Laboratory EVERY DAY
ALL;Cur
25 QUICK and EASY (but maybe a little messy) ways to make your classroom/outdoor space a LABORATORY for young
scientists every day. Dr. Laura Martin, Director of Science Interpretation at the Arizona Science Center says “When you
nurture children’s natural desire to investigate you are helping them to develop scientific minds. We create environments
that engage the senses of young children and allow them to sort and classify, handle, observe, and build and ask
questions, which are how they construct ideas about the physical and natural world.”
Alisa Gergawy, Director and Program Supervisor, Advent Lutheran Child Center
A6:
Thinking about ECE at SFCC
1;Prof
Everything you have ever wanted to know about taking ECED classes at SFCC. Come meet the ECED faculty and find out
more about admissions, the financial aid process, scholarships and degree options.
Leigh Anna Drake and Cathy Meier, Faculty, ECED, Spokane Falls Community College
A7:
Men & Children-How Fathers Give Children a Head Start
2; Partnerships
This session will look at weaving attachment and bonding research and what is a secure father/child relationship. I will
address myths and facts of fatherhood and provide tools for creating a father-friendly environment at your center or
school.
Julie Bostwick-Cosby, Lead Teacher, Early Head Start, Community Colleges of Spokane
SESSION B WORKSHOPS
12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. (1.5 hours)
B1:
Inspiring Music Play for the Classroom
ALL: Cur
This session is a great follow-up to Jim’s morning keynote address. It is filled with the musical inspiration you’ll need to
keep energized! Jim will lead everyone through more of his unique creations in music play and discuss how they inspire
young children not only to move, but to regulate their movements….mot only to sing, but to make connections between
the words they sing and the printed word. You’ll bring some inspiration, useful in the morning and afternoon, back to
your work with young children! Reading with babies and toddlers is a fun and easy way to build early literacy skills.
Discover what makes a great book for these ages and how to select books to read aloud. Note: This is a repeat of
Session A1.
Jim Gill—Music Auditorium Building 15
B2:
Understanding Autism
ALL; Ch Gr and Dev
We are pleased to present Dana Stevens as a featured speaker. Dana is the Clinical Director of the Northwest Autism
Center in Spokane. She will present an overview of autism that includes criteria, signs, differences, and most
importantly, strategies that can support children, families, and providers. Participants will learn of resources and
benefits available at the local and state level.
Dana Stevens, Clinical Director, Northwest Autism Center, Bldg. 17, SUB Lounges
B3:
Touring the New Early Learning Center at SFCC
ALL; Pro Plan&Dev
The new Early Learning Center, Head Start/Early Head Start licensed childcare facility just opened up fall of 2014. If you
are thinking of building a new facility or remodeling an existing one, or if you just want lots of great ideas about learning
environments, join ELC staff on a guided tour. Feel free to take pictures and notes and ask questions.
Stephanie Zappone, Lead Teacher, Head Start, Community Colleges of Spokane, BLDG. 29, Room 101, ELC
B4:
Working with Families in Poverty
ALL; Interactions
We often serve families that come from the culture of poverty. As a certified Donna Beegle coach, I will help participants
understand different types of poverty, poverty in the US, and how we can better work with families experiencing
poverty. (Dr. Donna Beegle grew up in a very poor migrant family and has fought to defeat poverty all her life.)
Nicole Lor, ECEAP Family Services Specialist, Community Colleges of Spokane
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B5:
Building Children through Art
1; Cur
This is a hands-on - interactive workshop where you will learn why “process” focused art is beneficial to the social,
cognitive and physical development of young children. Participants will learn the difference between process and
product art while gaining skills on how to support a child’s healthy development through daily art experiences.
Dena Chappell, Center Manager, Spokane County Head Start/ECEAP/EHS
B6:
Learning and Connection through Music
1; Cur
Learn how music supports all learning and creates beautiful bonding between parents/caregivers and children. This is
Part 1 of a two-part session. (See session C6)
Melinda Sauder, B.A. in Music Therapy, SRHD, Guild School
B7:
Introduction to Pre K Class
ALL; Interactions
The purpose of this training is to provide participants working with preschool and pre-k children a clear understanding of
the Pre-K Class tool and its role in the Early Achievers process. Participants will learn the value in increasing quality in
their interactions with children.
Becky Zaleski, ECEAP Children’s Services Specialist, Community Colleges of Spokane
B8:
Healthy Eating Policies
2, 3; Nutrition
Review Let’s Move Childcare nutrition standards and samples of nutrition policies from child care centers in Washington.
Practice simple steps to writing healthy policies for your child care facility. Learn to write policies that are culturally
relevant, inclusive of all ethnicities and medical needs.
Natalie Tauzin, RD, MPH Spokane Regional Health District Healthy Communities Specialist
B9:
BAE in ECE, P- 3 Certification Why? How?
1; Prof
Early Childhood Education is growing right into a Bachelor’s Degree. Come learn and discuss the pros and cons of
Eastern Washington University’s BAE in ECE P-3. Learn about the benefits of higher education and what it will do for
you, while working with our youngest children and their families. Hear about our great new options for weekend class
options in Spokane!
Chris Booth, Faculty, Eastern Washington University
B10:
Early Achievers Orientation for Licensed Center and Family Child Cares
ALL; Prof Plan & Leader
If you are a licensed child care provider and want to learn more about Early Achievers, please join me! There are many
free supports being offered in Early Achievers that can benefit your program.
Kathy Blair, Regional Coordinator for Early Achievers in Eastern Washington
B11:
DEL Executive Function and Preschool
2; Child Grow & Dev
What interferes with preschoolers learning? How is brain architecture strengthened by our instruction and activities?
Join us for an overview of the Department of Early Learning curriculum that integrates EF-working memory, inhibition
control, and cognitive flexibility-into our day-to-day approach. Learn the relationship between stress and trauma and
brain development, and how we can intervene for our children.
Dr. Renee Rinderknecht, Educational Specialist Mead School District, DEL
B12:
Universal Development Screening
ALL; Child Grow & Dev
Spokane Regional Health District has developed a FREE multi-media campaign for the early childhood community,
parents and physicians. Learn about the state website: Within Reach/Parenthelp 1-2-3 and the Ages and Stages
screening tool to help parents learn about typical child development and identify needs for further evaluation. The
identification and referral process will also be discussed. Come learn what the “buzz” is about!
Heather Wallace, Public Health Educator, Spokane Regional Health District
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B13:
Language and Literacy for Early Learners
ALL; Cur
This presentation will focus on early literacy skills and how pre-reading/pre-writing materials can be made with free or
existing items. Materials will be provided to demonstrate how to promote early literacy and language in young learners,
including those with developmental delays. Several samples will be available for participants to see, and resources will
be provided.
Shelly Greybeck, Center Manager, NECC Head Start, CCS
Session C Workshops
2:15p.m. - 3:45 p.m. (1.5 hours)
C1:
Understanding Autism
ALL; Gr and Dev
We are pleased to present Dana Stevens as a featured speaker. Dana is the Clinical Director of the Northwest Autism
Center in Spokane. She will present an overview of autism that includes criteria, signs, differences, and most
importantly, strategies that can support children, families and providers. Participants will learn of resources and
benefits available at the local and state level.
Dana Stevens, Clinical Director, Northwest Autism Center, Bldg. 17, Sub Lounges
C2:
Wondrous World of Puppets
ALL; Cur
Learn about the important role that puppets play on early development while building confidence in introducing
puppets in your work. Participants will learn how to incorporate puppets into their daily routine for use with
communicating and teaching different skills to children, as well as learning an easy technique for giving puppets their
own personality.
Dena Chappell, Center Manager, Spokane County Head Start/ECEAP/EHS
C3:
Touring the new Early Learning Center at SFCC
ALL: Pr. Plan & Dev
The new Early Learning Center, Head Start/Early Head Start licensed childcare facility just opened up fall of 2014. If you
are thinking of building a new facility or remodeling an existing one, or if you just want lots of great ideas about learning
environments, join ELC staff on a guided tour. Feel free to take pictures and notes and ask questions. BLDG. 29
Bobbi Woodral, Center Manager, Early Learning Center, Head Start/Early Head Start, SFCC, CCS
C4:
Learning and Connection Through Music (Part 2)
1; Cur
Learn more about how music supports all learning and creates beautiful bonding between parents/caregivers and
children. This is Part 2 of a two-part session. (See session B6)
Melinda Sauder, B.A. in Music Therapy, SRHD, Guild School
C5:
Getting Preschoolers Kindergarten Math Ready
ALL; Cur
EVERY MINUTE counts! Teacher’s job is to move kid’s informal understanding of math to more formal, school-based
concepts. Spokane Public Schools uses New York Engaged which aligns with national common core standards. Learn the
WHAT, WHEN, and HOW of supporting school readiness.
Denise Wright, Education and Disabilities Specialist, Spokane County Head Start
C6:
TRICKS of the TRADE; Ideas and Systems of Organizing Classroom Daily Tasks
ALL; Pr. Plan & Dev
Come to this workshop to learn some easy tracking systems such as: turn taking on the computer, visual pictures to help
with transitions, attendance sheet and safety tracking. Explore my classroom environment and tour the classroom too!
NOTE: This session will be in the new ELC childcare building # 29, Room 101
Stephanie Zappone, Lead Teacher, Spokane County Head Start/ECEAP/EHS
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C7:
Visual Learning with Sign Language
ALL; Cur
Participants will learn about easy sign language and other techniques to aid in visual learning. Activities are relevant for
children from birth to age 8.
Tracy Berman, Child Care Specialist, Head Start, CCS
C8:
Introduction to the Environmental Rating Scale
2; Cur and Learn Env
Many things affect the care and education that teachers provide for the children in early childhood programs. Be
introduced to the subscales, items, and indicators that help assess the environment. A great training to see how well a
program is meeting the children’s need-and whether children are receiving the protection, learning opportunities and
positive relationships they need for successful development.
Jessalyn Karl and Danyll Van Lierop, Early Achievers ERS Anchors, DEL
C9:
Living Without Stress, REALLY!!
ALL; Health, S, Well
“Life is a choice and your choice is your LIFE”. You can take and turn around the stress in your life to a more productive,
healthy and happy experience with simple and realistic choices/changes. You will understand your desires of a
successful life in all aspects and this will positively impact your work!
Sheri Staudinger, Wellness Coordinator, Yoga Instructor, Spokane Falls Community College
C10:
Sensory Processing and Self-Regulation
ALL; Ch Growth & Dev
What is sensory processing and self-regulation? How does it impact function and participation in everyday experiences?
Is it sensory or behavior? And what can you do to make a difference!
Sheri Burrill, Occupational Therapist, Spokane Public Schools
C11:
Early Childhood Professionalism: A Community Café
ALL; Professional
Chris and Cindy will lead a conversation exploring the idea of formally organizing as a profession to realize consistency in
practice across sites and program types. They will use Stacie Goffin’s book, Early Childhood Education for a New Era:
Leading for our Profession, and will discuss the importance of developing the field’s purpose and structure-a
dependency that has fostered programmatic and systematic fragmentation, uneven performance, and weak leadership
capacity as a field of practice. EXTRA BONUS! The first 10 people to register will receive a copy of the book!
Chris Booth, Faculty, Eastern Washington University and Cindy Ashworth, ECEAP Ed. Coordinator and Family Service
Coordinator, Deer Park Early Learning Center
C12:
Brain Activities that Promote Movement
ALL; Health
Kim will present brain activities that promote movement with educational concepts and cross lateral body functions and
whole brain moving.
Kimberly Lopes, ECEAP Health, Nutrition and Safety Specialist, CCS
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MAKE A COPY FOR YOUR RECORDS—DON’T FORGET YOUR STARS/MERIT NUMBER
GIFT OF CHILDHOOD 2015 *** CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Saturday, February 21, 2015
Payment Method
Make checks payable to EWAEYC
Mail Registration and payment to:
EWAEYC Registration
4607 N. Conklin
Spokane Valley, WA 99216-1504
Registration Amount
$
Purchase Order ($5.00 per P.O.)
$
Presenter/Committee/Scholarship
$ _________________
Late Charge (after 2/18) $6.00
$ _________________
Total Amount Paid
$ _________________
DEADLINE - February 18, 2015
Registration Fees
Conference fees include the Keynote Address
and 3 Workshops,
Lunch, and the Dessert Reception
Member (any NAEYC affiliate)
$50.00
Non-Member
$85.00
Full Time Student (include
$40.00
proof)
Late charge (after 2/18/15)
$6.00
Purchase Orders (per PO)
$5.00
EWAEYC Membership option
(separate check)
$ _________________
DATE:
MANDATORY for Washington STARS/MERIT– Please Provide your STARS/MERIT 9 or 10 digit ID number
(NO Social Security Numbers) You will not receive your STARS hours without your number.
STARS/MERITS ID: ____
____
____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ______
Name: ___________________________________________ Date of Birth: _____________________________________
Address:
City:
State:
Zip Code:
Program/Work:
Work Phone:
Home Phone:
E-mail: (To receive info on 2016 conference & other EWAEYC trainings)
EWAEYC Member # or other AEYC Member # (indicate Chapter)
DIRECTIONS:
1. Indicate your 3 workshop selections by writing the workshop numbers of your 1 st, 2nd, or 3rd choices FOR EACH
OF THE THREE SESSIONS. ALL 9 BOXES BELOW SHOULD BE FILLED OUT.
2. Indicate three choices for each session in the event your first selection is full or cancelled.
3. Copy the registration form for your records and bring it with you to the conference.
No confirmation will be sent. Incomplete forms will not be processed and considered On-Site Registration.
1st Choice
Workshop Selections:
2nd Choice
Session A - 9:45 –11:15 am 1 ½ hours
Session B - 12:30 – 2:00 pm 1 ½ hours
Session C - 2:15 – 3:45 pm 1 ½ hours
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3rd Choice
REGISTRATION will be on a first come first served basis. Packets for Pre-Registered participants may be picked up in
Building #17. Registration covers admission to the keynote, all workshops, lunch and dessert reception. All mail-in
registrations must be postmarked by Wednesday, February 18th, 2015. Registrations post-marked after the
deadline will be considered On-Site Registrations and charged an additional $6.00 fee.
 On-Site Registrations, in Building #17, will be accepted at the door on a space available basis only.
 Student Rate applies to full time students only. Confirmation of registration in current quarter must
accompany registration.
 Membership Rate applies to current members of any NAEYC affiliate. Confirmation of membership in local and
other Affiliate Chapters is required (membership #).
 Payment must accompany your completed registration form. Absolutely No Refunds. Your canceled check is
your receipt.
Make a copy of your registration form for your records.

No confirmation will be sent.
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This conference will be held as scheduled, regardless of weather.
Incomplete conference registration forms will not be processed and will be considered On-Site registrations.
You must indicate your 1st, 2nd, and 3rd workshop choices FOR EACH OF THE THREE SESSIONS.
CONFERENCE SPACE IS LIMITED TO 450 PARTICIPANTS.
Laurie Walsh 509 768-1457 or
gochildhood@gmail.com
Questions regarding the conference please call:
7:30 – 8:30 am
Registration
7:30 – 8:00 am
College Credit and Clock Hours
7:45 am
Scholarship/Workshop Assistant Orientations
8:00 am
EXHIBITS and VENDORS OPEN, Bldg. #17, Foyer
8:00 – 9:30 am
9:45 – 11:15 am
EWAEYC Announcements/Professional of the Year
Keynote Speaker: Jim Gill
Session A Workshops – 1 ½ hours
11:15 am – 12:30 pm
Lunch in cafeteria and Lounges A, B, C of Bldg. #17
12:30 – 2:00 pm
Session B– 1 ½ hours
2:15 pm – 3:45 pm
Session C – 1 ½ hours
3:45 – 4:15 pm
Closing Dessert Reception, Door Prizes,
Clock Hours and College Credit follow up
4:00 pm
Join us Next Year, The Gift of Childhood
Exhibits and Vendors Close
SATURDAY, February 20th, 2016
Check out the EXHIBITORS & Vendors
Building 17: Cookie Lee
Creation Station *School Art Materials Discovery Toys*Cookie Lee*31 Bags
*SFCC *EWAEYC
*Infant Toddler Network*ABCD Program
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New Membership Application
Date:
Save! Become a member of EWAEYC and save money on your conference registration and much more!
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Membership Category (Please check one):
Student dues $40.00 (Proof of student status)
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EWAEYC/WAEYC/NAEYC Comprehensive dues $109.00 (Includes NAEYC publications for current year.)
Make check payable to NAEYC. (NO Cash or Credit Cards.) Please make out separate checks for membership and
registration. May be enclosed with conference registration.
Mail to: EWAEYC Registration, 4607 N. Conklin,
Spokane Valley, WA 99216-1504
EASTERN WASHINGTON ASSOCIATION
FOR THE EDUCATION OF YOUNG CHILDREN
P.O. BOX 9446
Spokane, WA 99209
Building Legend
2 Library
5 Humanities
6 Fine Arts
7 Gymnasium
And Fitness
Center
9 Lodge/SCC
10 Maintenance
11 Photography
13 Physical Ed
Annex/Stadium
15 Music/Performing
Arts
16 Human
Services/Early
Learning Center
17 Student Union
Building
18 Computing,
Mathematics
19 Technical Arts
23 Storage
24 sn-w’ey’-mn
(Business and Social
Science)
25 Baseball
26 Drama Storage
27
Magnuson/SCC/SFCC
28 Science
29 Early Learning
Center
30 Falls Gateway
31 Future Softball
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