77th Annual SECA Conference
Sweet Home Celebrations: Annual conference for early childhood educators featuring keynotes, workshops, and 17+ hours of training credit.
Sessions (92)
A Multi-Faceted Approach to Improving Early Childhood Outdoor Learning Environments
Creating Science Experiences for Little People: What Do I Do?
Look Who's Talking/ Focus on Communicating with Infants, Speech and Language Skills is Associated with Success in Developing Reading, Writing, and Interpersonal Skills.
Pieces (Peace) to the Leadership Puzzle
Stories of Play: Using Observation and Documentation to Assess Learning and Development
TEAMS: Creating A Team Environment Through Leadership
SECA Leadership Summit
Creating a Breastfeeding Friendly Child Care Program
FLIP IT: Strategies for Transforming Challenging Behaviors
Foundations and Activities for Self-Regulation
How to Integrate Literacy & Math in your PreK Classroom
The I Got this Mindset: From Daily Chaos to Confident Control
Theory-Informed Practice: Understanding, Observing, and Designing Experiences for Young Learners
You Can’t Pour from an Empty Cup: Understanding Emotional Literacy
Author Studies: Beyond Storytime
Celebrating Childhood through Loose Parts Play
Elevating Leadership: Building Staff Success with Intention and Purpose
Empowering Young Minds: Advancing Early Childhood Development with Executive Function and Cutting-Edge Teacher Strategies
Family Engagement, a Love or Hate Relationship
Editorial Committee Meeting
Core Vocabulary: Supporting Functional Communication Skills for Young Children
Equity on the Down Low
Fun with Phonemes
Inclusive Practices for Engaging Multilingual and Multicultural Families
Coaching Infant and Toddler Educators to Support Children's Approaches to Play and Learning
Effective Social Media Marketing Strategies for the Child Care Industry
Infant and Toddler Development: Magda Gerber’s Educaring Approach
Little Chefs, Big Lessons: Cooking to Support Early Learning
Puppetry as Empowerment: Providing Opportunity for Every Child's Voice to Be Heard
Tools & Trends: Exhibit Hall Spotlight
A Case Study on the Role of Storytelling in Social-Emotional Learning: Insights from a Nigerian Early Childhood Classroom
Nutrition in Action: Tailoring and Evaluating Family-Centered Activities
United We Play and Learn
Fossils Meeting
All Are Welcome: Tools to Foster a Sense of Belonging
Building Resilient Minds: Tools for Emotional Well-Being
Conscious Discipline: Grab Your Shades
Little Scientists, Big Imaginations: Exploring Science Through Creative Play
SECA State Presidents Breakfast
Tiny Tummies, Big Impact: A Providers Guide to Healthy Eating
Tools from the Toolbox- A Brain -Based Approach to Child Guidance
Celebrating Cultures and Families: Building Bridges for Young Learners
Communicating and Correcting: Supporting Young Children with Challenging Behaviors
Effective Strategies for Staff Retention
The Intermingled Curriculum
Ways to Incorporate Engaging Math Activities in the Classroom
General Session with Beth Cannon
Just for Students: The Power of Once Upon a Time! With Lisa Maddox Vinson
Your Voice Matters Luncheon with Audrey Rowland Sponsored by The Council for Professional Recognition
Carpe Diem: Managing Time with Purpose
Cracking the Code: Identifying the Functions of Behavior
Reflections on Celebrations and Practices that Support Children’s Holistic Development
Songs & Rhymes for Little Minds
How to Get it All Done? Creating Systems that Work
If the Earth Was a Cookie … Hands-on Environmental Education for Young Learners
Let's Celebrate!: Recognizing Children's Achievements in Early Childhood Education
Nature-Based Preschools? Sharing Conclusions of a Visioning Process to Formalize the Status of Nature-Based Early Childhood Programs
Supporting Early Language and Brain Development in Young Children
My Feelings Toolbox: Tools to Empower Emotional Regulation in Little Learners
Nature Play for the W.H.O.L.E. Child: Outdoor Learning Across Domains
Working Smarter, Not Harder!
Considering Environmental Design Based on a Knowledge of Child Development
Mentoring for Mental Wellness and Professional Growth in Early Childhood Education
More than a Title: Rethinking Leadership in Early Childhood
Planting Seeds of Sustainability: Cultivating Life-Long Skills in Early Childhood Education
SECA Conversations for Change
You're Invited! 2026 SECA Award Reception
AECA Line Dancing Fundraiser
Building Strong Foundations: Mentoring Early Childhood Educators for Success
Context, Content, and Conversations with Read Alouds
Critical Connections
Move, Play, Learn: Empowering Educators with Physical Activity
Penning Playfully: Sparking Literacy in Preschoolers Through Shared and Interactive Writing
The Gifts of Imperfection: A For Guide Childcare Provider
Administrators, You are NOT in this Alone!
Building a School Family
ENGAGE Building a Mentorship Program for Family Child Care Providers
Purposeful Play: Selecting and Creating Materials with Skill-Building in Mind
Closing General Session - Be Well, Care Well: An Educator Wellness Symposium
#IGETTODOTHIS (The Proverbs 31 Professional)
Beneath Your Scars, A Warrior Rises
Brain Architecture Game: Nurturing Environments, Strong Foundations
Emotion Monsters: Teaching Regulation Skills
Self Care: Prioritize Now or Burnout Tomorrow
There is Power in Numbers
"Crayons, Paper, and Beyond: Oh the Places We Can Go!" Planning Creative Learning Experiences in Early Childhood Education
Active Play in Cold Weather: Supporting Outdoor Play in ECE Settings
Beyond Labels: Understanding and Affirming Neurodiversity in Young Children
Intentional Wellness through Rest and Self Compassion
No More Quiet Corners: Reclaiming Your Voice in Early Childhood Spaces
Rediscover Your Spark: Play as a Tool for Teacher Renewal
The Garden Club: Growing Together in Family Child Care