As leaders in the early childhood education field, you are the foundation of the care and education provided to children in our community. Conference in the Catskills is all about helping you bring out the best of your talents to continue to build a strong foundation to the children we serve.

Come be renewed with other leaders from our region, sharing in the desire for positive, fulfilling environments for our children, our families, our teachers, and ourselves. You will find inspiration in empowering, engaging workshops and in networking with other professionals who share your passions.

*Legislative grant funding from Senator Michelle Hinchey, under the administration of OCFS has made the fee for the conference completely refundable.

Conference Attendess will pay only $55, attend the full conference, and will receive $55 back at the end of the conference day.

If you do not attend the funding will not be returned.

8:00–8:30am      Registration/Breakfast/Exhibitors 

8:30–10:00am    Keynote: Kimberly Perone: Top 10 Things You Need to Know this Year

10:00-10:15am    Morning Break / Exhibitors    

10:15-11:45am    Jeff Johnson: Supporting Playful Aggression in Early Learning

11:45-12:45pm    Lunch/ Exhibitors

12:45-2:15pm     Jeff Johnson: Cows in the Basement

2:15-2:30pm       Afternoon Break / Snacks / Exhibitors  

2:30-3:30pm      Kaity Altu: Breathe, Body, Mind

3:30-3:45pm      Raffle Giveaways & Closing Remarks