Happy August!

As we prepare to begin another demanding school year in early childhood education, I want to take a moment to address something that often gets pushed to the bottom of our endless to-do lists: caring for ourselves. Every day, you pour your heart, energy, and expertise...

Happy July!

Honoring the Voice Within: Why Children’s Choices Matter More Than Ever As educators, administrators, and advocates in early childhood education, we stand at a critical juncture. In a world that often views children as empty vessels to be filled or clay to be...

Happy June!

Hey y’all! Happy June! As we approach the middle of 2025, I want to take a moment to reflect on our shared commitment to Arkansas’s youngest citizens. Our work as early childhood professionals isn’t just a career—it’s a calling that shapes the...

Happy May!

A Heartfelt Thank You to Arkansas’ Early Childhood Professionals Dear Early Childhood Professionals of Arkansas, As President of the Arkansas Early Childhood Association, I have the privilege of witnessing the remarkable work you do each day, and today I want to...

Happy April!

Let Them Play: Why Childhood is Not a Race to Academic Achievement In the high-stakes world of modern parenting and early education, we’ve lost sight of a fundamental truth: play is not a luxury for children, but a critical pathway to learning, development, and...

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