When: November 12th - 14th, 2021

Where: This is an online event 

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Heroes of Early Childhood Education- Why We Continue to Show up! 

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Join us for the 2021 ORAEYC Fall Conference! We will be celebrating the heroic work and perseverance demonstrated this year in the face of adversity by Oregon's early learning educators. Conference presentations will connect educators to the purpose and passion that drives us to continue to engage in this field, and strive to focus efforts to provide advocacy for equitable experiences for educators, as well as the children and families they serve. 

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This year's keynote speaker is Jocelyn Manzanarez!

Jocelyn is the founder of Musically Minded, a Seattle based early childhood music education program that provides weekly music classes at childcare centers and preschools both in person and virtually. To read her full bio and learn what sessions she will be presenting, click here. 

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Our Stronger Together conference offers something for everyone. We invite you to:

• Access high-quality, certified Set Two and Three training

• Discuss your role as an advocate for children’s rights and quality care

• Meet other teachers and take a deep look at your program practices

• Examine how your own culture and beliefs influences your views on child-raising

• Develop skill in observing children’s play and developing curriculum

• Learn about new initiatives in early childhood around the state

• Explore mental health issues facing young children today

• Learn trauma-informed practices in working with children and families

• Expand your Community of Practice