Read more about the article Congratulations to all Arizona ECE Graduates!
Monica Krantzman, new Central Arizona College ECE graduate

Congratulations to all Arizona ECE Graduates!

Meet some of the 2018 ECE Graduates around the state of Arizona! A few new grads from Central Arizona College, Mesa Community College and Pioneer Northland College weigh in on what drew them to the field of early childhood education, how they met the challenges of earning a degree, and what the future holds. Allison Landy, EdD, Early Childhood Department Chair of Northland Pioneer College, shares her perspective on the ECE graduation experience. Learn more. 

0 Comments
Read more about the article Early Childhood Mentors Make the Difference: Meet Lauren Davis
AzAEYC Board Member Lauren Davis (right) with mentor Robin Bradford, who serves as the current Early Childhood Education Specialist at King Early Learning Center in the Roosevelt Elementary School District.

Early Childhood Mentors Make the Difference: Meet Lauren Davis

As preschool teacher at King Early Learning Center in the Roosevelt Elementary School District, AzAEYC Board member Lauren Davis talks about how encouragement from a caring mentor can make all the difference. Read more.

0 Comments

DES Investment in Accreditation

Beginning April 1,2018, a DES investment will offer an increased reimbursement to nationally accredited child care providers of 20% from the previous rate of 10%. AzAEYC Board member Camille Lachar-Lofaro explains the DES investment in accreditation and why accreditation is important in determining quality. Read more

0 Comments

NAEYC Public Policy Forum 2018: Team Arizona

The NAEYC 2018 Public Policy Forum was held from March 4-6 in Washington, DC. Team Arizona gathered with colleagues from across the country to advance federal and state early childhood policy.

The 2018 Public Policy Forum included sessions on electoral advocacy, expert policy briefings, guest speakers, and interactive breakout sessions. Representatives from state team members gathered in Arlington, Va., just a short Metro ride from the United States Capitol. We assembled a photo essay of Team Arizona’s experiences on Hill Day. Learn more

0 Comments