Whether you use it on a stage, to sing with the toddlers in your classroom, to advocate with legislators, or to sing in the shower...your voice is powerful! Read more.
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AzAEYC 2020 Scholarship Awardee Jennifer Sullivan reflects on changes in the early education field, the value and the challenges of pursuing higher education while teaching full time, and why advocating for equity in compensation for ECE teachers is at top of her list of plans for the future. Meet Jennifer.
"It is simply not enough to declare, “I’m not a racist.” We must be active. We must speak up. We must be actively anti-racist."
We’ve gathered a list of resources that support educators in teaching for equity. As we discover more resources, we’ll add them to this list. Learn more.
Do you have a voting plan? As early childhood professionals, we know how our families and communities benefit when young children access quality early learning experiences with supported, skilled, and well-compensated caregivers. Learn more.
Here’s a phone script adapted from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) to use when calling lawmakers to ask for their support in funding childcare. Learn more.
"My name is Kamaie Clark and I am humbled and grateful for the opportunity to serve on the AZAEYC Governing Board as VP Advocacy and Public Policy." Read more about Kamaie.
Tips for Contacting your Legislator: How to call, email or make your voice heard on social media to advocate for ECE and child care. Learn more.
Feel inspired to take action? Here are 5 ways to make your voice heard for Arizona’s children, families, and early childhood professionals. Be an advocate! Learn more.
Allison Houtz and Kristie Bandy share a passion for quality Early Childhood Education. Turns out, that runs in the family. Learn more.