by aeca | Mar 22, 2021 | Announcements
Hiding in the shadows of our current global health crisis lies a different devastating issue: child poverty. The pandemic has pushed millions of families over the edge into poverty and for children, particularly our youngest, the consequences could last a lifetime....
by aeca | Mar 18, 2021 | Announcements, Appreciation
We wanted to give a shout out to Jennifer Bowman who received the Marion B. Hamilton Award at the Southern Early Childhood Association conference! The award was created in honor of Marion B. Hamilton, a past president of the Southern Association on Children Under Six...
by aeca | Mar 17, 2021 | Announcements
The American Rescue Plan represents one of the most significant investments in young children in decades, including a historic $39 billion in child care relief. This meaningful investment indicates a recognition of your sacrifices and strength during this past year!...
by aeca | Mar 12, 2021 | Conference
When: Saturday, April 10 2021 10:00am – 12:30pmWhere: Live on Zoom (a link will be shared following registration)What: Optimistic Leadership: Cultivating self-awareness to achieve quality in early learningWho: Judy Jablon & Nichole Parks What does it mean to...
by aeca | Mar 2, 2021 | Announcements
Our country is at a tipping point, and our children’s futures are at stake. As the nation attempts to recover and rebuild from COVID-19, we must focus on the needs of children and their families—particularly in the prenatal to three period— or we risk creating a...
by aeca | Mar 1, 2021 | Announcements
March is Women’s History Month! We would like to celebrate women in Arkansas who have been #keyPLAYers when it comes to early childhood, as well as women who are making history NOW in this present moment. Who do you know that is making a difference within our...
by aeca | Feb 28, 2021 | 28-Day keyPLAYers Challenge
It’s the last day of our challenge – you did it! Thank you for sharing with the world the amazing work you do with children and families across Arkansas, and showing why early childhood educators are true #keyPLAYers! Copy and paste this fill in the blank...
by aeca | Feb 27, 2021 | 28-Day keyPLAYers Challenge
You know the drill by now! Here is the challenge for today: Copy and paste this fill in the blank or craft your own version:Masks are the “in” thing these days! We try to keep each other safe! Please share to your own social media using the hashtag #keyPLAYers. If you...
by aeca | Feb 26, 2021 | Job Opportunities
Organization Name:Grace Place Preschool of Fort SmithLocation:Fort Smith, ARJob Title:Preschool DirectorJob Description:The director of Grace Place Preschool of Fort Smith is expected to fulfill the mission of the preschool by developing children “spiritually,...
by aeca | Feb 26, 2021 | 28-Day keyPLAYers Challenge
You know the drill by now! Here is the challenge for today: Copy and paste this fill in the blank or craft your own version:When we gather as a group, the kids learn about __________. Please share to your own social media using the hashtag #keyPLAYers. If you do not...
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