SCHOLARLY PUBLICATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS:
· Gravener, S., Colvin,J., Humphries,J., Dowd,D., & Chestnut,L. (May 31, 2006). “Tell me about your picture”: Exploring development through children’s art. Submitted to Dimensions of Early Childhood. Under review.
· IDEA Center, Louisiana Tech University
Designed a series of lesson plans using hands-on instruction and review guide for the IDEA Center at Louisiana Tech University.
· Framework for Kindergarten Math State Standards (1997 - 1999)
Invited Participant on regional committee to review state standards for the academic area of math. Helped to develop and write the state standards for Kindergarten Math in Louisiana.
· Framework for Kindergarten Science State Standards (1997-99)
Invited Participant on regional committee to review state standards for the academic area of science. Helped to develop and write the state standards for Kindergarten Science in Louisiana.
Presentations
“The Great Masters of Art”. (April and May 2006) ChildCareConnections. Ruston LA and Monroe,LA.
“Connecting Brain Development, Environmental Factors, and Literacy Development in the Preschool Child.”. (March 2006) Louisiana Early Childhood Association Conference, Lafayette, LA.
“NAEYC Accreditation: Taking your Center to a new level”. (November 2005) Northwestern State University Child and Family Network, Director’s Network Meeting, Monroe, LA.
“Let’s Make and Take Math Literacy.” (February 2004) Professional Development Fair, Monroe, LA
“The Power of Positive Guidance.” (January 2003) Professional Development Inservice Series: LatchKey Program, Winnfield, LA
"Conquering First Year Fears." (October 2002) Louisiana Early Childhood Association Conference, Monroe, LA.
"Director's Seminar: Issues in Preschool and Daycare Settings." (October 2002) Louisiana Early Childhood Association, Monroe, LA.
GRANT PROPOSALS:
Chestnut, Laura. Utilizing Instant Video Revisting (IVR) of Class Expereince to Enhance Student Performance and Authentic Assessment. Louisiana Early Childhood Association. $500.00 (April 2006)
Colvin, J, Gerald B.L., Humphries, J. H., & Chestnut L. Enhancing Experiential Education and Undergraduate Research through Development of a Resource and Research Laboratory. Submitted November 11, 2005 to the Louisiana Board of Regents Support Fund Enhancement Program. $13,430.44 requested, $12,500 awarded (April 2006)
Chestnut, Laura and Humphries, Dr. Janie. ANS Innovative Instruction Grant, Helping Students Understand a Diverse World, College of Applied and Natural Sciences, Louisiana Tech University. (December 2004)
Chestnut, Laura. Louisiana Early Childhood Association Grant, Facilitating Understanding in Young Children of Cultural Diversity Through Interactive Block Play, Louisiana Early Childhood Association. Fully funded ($500.00) (October 2004)
Chestnut, Laura. Louisiana Department of Social Services. Facility Improvement Grant, College of Applied and Natural Sciences, Louisiana Tech University. Not funded due to change in requirements. (May 2004) .
Gallagher, Peter, Chestnut, Laura, and Pumphrey, Anita. ANS Innovative Instruction Mini Grant, Addressing Accessibility and Safety Concerns Affecting Further Development of Louisiana Tech’s Children’s Garden, College of Applied and Natural Sciences, Louisiana Tech University. Fully Funded ($800.00) (December 2003)
Chestnut, Laura. Louisiana Department of Social Services. Scientific Exploration of Young Learners. Innovative Instruction Grant, College of Applied and Natural Sciences, Louisiana Tech University. Partially Funded ($438.13) (May 2003)
Chestnut, Laura and Jan Colvin. Weyerhauser Corporation. Enhancing Child Development through Integrated Play Equipment. Funded ($2,730.00) (November 2002)
Chestnut, Laura and Golden, Betsy. Entergy Corporation. Enhancing Scientific Learning. Funded
