Florida Association for the Education of Young Children (FLAEYC)

Meet the incredible FLAEYC Board—a dedicated team of volunteers working tirelessly to support early educators across Florida. Together, they’re shaping the future of early childhood education and championing the professionals who make it all possible. Thank you for your passion, purpose, and unwavering commitment to bettering the lives of children, families, and educators!

🎥 “Gathered for change and inspired to take action!” Our Advocacy Team and FLAEYC Board had the privilege of a virtual Q&A session with Make a Circle filmmaker Jen Bradwell after an incredible first meeting. This inspiring discussion gave us a deeper appreciation for the vital role of early educators and fueled our excitement for the work ahead. 🌟 As we prepare to head to the NAEYC Public Policy Forum in Washington, DC, this February, we are ready to amplify the voices of early childhood professionals and advocate for the future of early learning. 📣 Together, we are shaping the future of early childhood education—one conversation, one connection, and one step at a time. #EarlyChildhoodEducation #ECEAdvocacy #MakeACircle #FLAEYC #NAEYCPublicPolicyForum

📽 Today, FLAEYC Board Members and Advocacy Team gathered to watch Make a Circle, a powerful documentary that highlights the challenges and triumphs of early educators while calling for a stronger child care system. 🌟 This film serves as both a love letter to early educators and a rallying cry to address the inequities they face every day—balancing the magic of the classroom with the struggles of an undervalued profession. 💡 Together, we’re inspired to advocate for sustainable solutions that ensure educators can thrive, parents can afford care, and our youngest citizens receive the quality education they deserve. #EarlyChildhoodEducation #Advocacy #ChildCareMatters #FLAEYC

🚪 Is an open-door policy enough for real family engagement? Spoiler: It’s not. Last night in our Teachers Teaching Teachers workshop, we shared practical ways to build stronger partnerships with families—and here are 3 fun tips you can try right now! 🎥 ✅ Make it personal. ✅ Invite families to share their talents. ✅ Plan events that bring families and kids together (with a creative twist!). Family engagement doesn’t have to be complicated, but it does need to be active. Ready to level up your approach? Watch the video and share your favorite family engagement strategy in the comments! 📅 Don’t miss our next Teachers Teaching Teachers workshop for even more actionable ideas. #FamilyEngagement #ECEProfessionals #TeachersTeachingTeachers #FLAEYC

💡 From our Teachers Teaching Teachers workshop… Did you know an open-door policy isn’t enough for true family engagement? At Monday night’s workshop, we explored how active collaboration and meaningful partnerships create real connections with families. Here are 3 actionable ways to transform your approach: ✅ Invite families to share their cultural traditions. ✅ Host events that involve families in learning activities. ✅ Use a feedback system to co-create activities together. A HUGE Thank You to Teresa McKay, Ed D for such an informative workshop! 📅 Don’t miss out on future Teachers Teaching Teachers sessions! These free workshops are filled with practical strategies for ECE professionals. 💬 What’s worked well for engaging families in your program? Share your ideas in the comments! #FamilyEngagement #ECEProfessionals #TeachersTeachingTeachers #FLAEYC

Attention! Take @NAEYC's latest field survey, aimed at gathering valuable insights from those directly involved in early childhood education, and be entered for a chance to win a $100 gift card! For more info and to take part in the survey, go to https://lnkd.in/egqYR7eX

Attention educators! We are thrilled to announce the launch of our newest field survey, aimed at gathering valuable insights from those directly involved in early childhood care and education. We understand the critical role you play in shaping the future of our nation's children, and we want to hear from you! To say thank you for your participation in the survey, you'll have the chance to be entered into a raffle for a $100 gift card. For more information and to take part in the survey: https://lnkd.in/egqYR7eX

Ever feel like this when tackling family engagement or other classroom challenges? 🙋♀️ You’re not alone. Join us for our Teachers Teaching Teachers workshops, where we simplify the tough stuff and provide actionable strategies. 📅 January 13th | Family Engagement 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/e6y-SU4r

Exceptional teachers never stop learning. 🌟 Discover growth and connection through our monthly Teachers Teaching Teachers workshops. 📅 January 13th at 7PM | Topic: Family Engagement 🔗 Register today—link in the comments.

🌟 Kick off 2025 with Purpose! 🌟 Join us for FLAEYC’s first One Voice Advocacy Coalition Meeting of the year! 🗓 Date: January 8, 2025 ⏰ Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 📍 Location: Virtual via Zoom Together, we’ll outline our 2025 advocacy priorities, share meaningful opportunities to make a difference, and ensure that the needs of children and families across Florida are heard loud and clear. Whether you're an experienced advocate or new to the movement, this is your chance to amplify your voice and be part of impactful change. 👉 Register now and let’s raise One Voice for early childhood education! 🔗Registration link in comments 💡 Meetings continue every second Wednesday of the month—don’t miss out! #FLAEYC #OneVoice #AdvocacyMatters #EarlyChildhoodEducation #AmplifyYourVoice