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Minnesota Association for the Education of Young children

Minnesota Association for the Education of Young children
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An affiliate of NAEYC.

Also partnered with MNSaca (Minnesota School Age Care Alliance).

 

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The Minnesota chapter is geared toward supporting early childhood educators in providing educational opportunities for young children.

MnAEYC Mission:

To serve and act on behalf of early care and education professionals (birth to age 8) in Minnesota:

  • Enhancing the availability and quality of professional development opportunities
  • Supporting program improvement and (NAEYC) accreditation
  • Advocating for public policy change in early care and education that is consistent with our mission

MnAEYC Vision:

All early childhood professionals in Minnesota are supported with a career ladder, ongoing professional development opportunities, and compensation that attracts and retains high-quality educators, which contributes to program excellence.

  • Enhancing professional development quality and opportunities
    — Conferences and other professional development opportunities
    — Professional Development Council
    — Director’s Credential
    — Convening early childhood professionals and allies
  • Supporting program improvement and NAEYC accreditation
    — Promote excellence in early childhood education for all young children in Minnesota
    — Defining and identifying best and promising practices

 

You can also learn more about Defending the Early Years’ policy guidelines for lawmakers.

State:
Minnesota
Interests:
Early Childhood Education, Professional Development, Teachers of Young Children
Submitted on:
January 19, 2022
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