NM Early Childhood Association

If you missed Beth Cannon Speaks at the NMECA annual conference this year or just want more great leadership training, make sure to sign up for one of her upcoming masterclasses hosted by Impact Early Education.

Whether you are an Experienced or Emerging Leader OR an Owner looking to upskill your leadership team, now is the perfect time to evaluate your year as a leader and get the confidence and clarity to lead Your Self, Your Staff, and Your School.

Sign up for your free masterclass by visiting bit.ly/bethcannon_masterclass

Today is your FINAL opportunity to apply for the Reset.Recharge. Microgrant!

Deadline: TODAY at 11:59 PM
Don't miss out on this chance to boost your team's wellness:

$500 microgrant
10 organizations will be selected to implement or enhance your employee wellness programs!

Show your staff how much you care by taking action now! Visit forms.gle/bfVAHp7RNd5of6m88 to apply!

Thank you to New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department for their support and making this microgrant possible.

Today we honor Indigenous Peoples' Day in New Mexico and across the nation.

Our state is rich with Indigenous history, culture, and wisdom—especially when it comes to raising and educating young children. Let's recognize the invaluable contributions of Indigenous early childhood educators and caregivers:

Today we honor Indigenous Peoples' Day in New Mexico and across the nation.

Our state is rich with Indigenous history, culture, and wisdom—especially when it comes to raising and educating young children. Let's recognize the invaluable contributions of Indigenous early childhood educators and caregivers:

•Preserving language: Many teach Native languages, ensuring cultural continuity.
•Cultural practices: Integrating traditional stories, art, and customs into early learning.
•Holistic approach: Emphasizing connection to community, nature, and spirituality in child development.
•Intergenerational learning: Involving elders in early childhood education.

To our Indigenous early childhood professionals: Your work is vital in nurturing the next generation and keeping traditions alive. Thank you!

Today is World Mental Health Day. Let's shine a light on the mental wellbeing of our early childhood professionals. These dedicated individuals nurture our children's growth, but often face high stress and burnout.

We see you. We appreciate you. And we want to support you.

Early childhood organizations in New Mexico: Apply for the Reset.Recharge. Microgrant!

10 organizations will receive $500 to implement or sustain employee wellness programs. This opportunity is made possible thanks to New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department

Investing in early childhood professionals' wellbeing benefits everyone. Healthier, happier caregivers, educators, and providers create more positive environments for our children to thrive.

Apply now to prioritize mental health in your workplace! forms.gle/dkT7eFbh2rZMNMnH9

Thanks to the support of the New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department, we are thrilled to announce the launch of the Reset Recharge Microgrant.

Ten early childhood businesses will be selected to receive $500 to support an employee wellness program.

Applications are now open through October 18. forms.gle/QbqYWuss5hieKPgE8

A few weeks ago at the NM Early Childhood Association Conference, we honored Baji Rankin with the inaugural Legacy Award.

Baji has worked in early childhood education for 50 years as a teacher of children and adults, a researcher, a scholar, an executive, and an advocate.

In 1995, Baji moved to New Mexico and during her time here has held positions as Director of Manzanita Early Learning Center, Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Multicultural Education at the University of New Mexico, and Executive Director of the New Mexico Association for the Education of Young Children for over 15 years. This is just a small sample of all that she has done in the Land of Enchantment.

She works to develop well-educated, diverse, and fairly compensated early childhood educators, which are the key to ensuring high quality early childhood education. She is inspired by recognizing the amazing capacities of ALL children.

Please join us in celebrating and honoring Baji Rankin for the tremendous impact she has had on early childhood care and education in New Mexico.

Looking forward to this great presentation & opportunities for more licensed providers to learn about The National Early Childhood Program Accreditation - NECPA tomorrow and Saturday!

We're excited to share our Total Program Quality approach to excellence in ECE!

From licensed child care to professional development and advocacy, NECPA is committed to raising the standard in child care.

Catch us at the New Mexico Child Care and Education Association NMCCEA conference to learn more!

National Child Care Association
National Administrator Credential (NAC)
Certified Childcare Professional (CCP)

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🚨 LAST CALL to Register! 🚨

Today is the FINAL day to sign up for the Reset.Recharge, NMCCEA Annual Conference! This 2-day event on September 13 & 14 at Embassy Suites Albuquerque features 20+ speakers offering essential professional development for ALL sectors of the early childhood industry. 🌟

✨ Highlights include: 🎁 Amazing giveaways 🤝 Network with top vendors 💬 Connect with peers and strengthen the early childhood community across New Mexico

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity!

🔗 Register now to secure your spot at nmccea.org/reset-recharge

NMCCEA is excited to be offering a home visiting & FIT provider track at this year's annual conference because we believe that all early childhood services professionals can benefit from professional development & collaboration.

Victoria Martinez from CommonSpirit St. Joseph's Children will be presenting on Saturday, September 14. Research shows one of the best determinants of positive outcomes and continued success of a home visiting organization is the investment of human capital, that’s you! Join this session to learn how to honor your own vulnerabilities, strengths and stories.

Check out the other 2 home visiting & FIT provider sessions, as well as the full agenda at nmccea.org/reset-recharge

🌟GIVEAWAY ALERT🌟

Thanks to the generous donations of exhibitors & partners, we have some wonderful giveaways for the NMCCEA Annual Conference on September 13 & 14 at Embassy Suites Albuquerque.

Make sure to grab your ticket by Friday, September 6 to be entered to win these great prizes! NMCCEA.org/reset-recharge

If you've been waiting, now's the time to register for the NMCCEA Annual Conference on September 13 & 14 at the Embassy Suites Albuquerque. Registration closes this Friday, September 6 and we have very limited space left.

You won't want to miss this premier event for owners, directors, leaders, and teams who work in child care, early childhood education, home visiting, and FIT.

Visit nmccea.org/reset-recharge to secure your spot today & check out our amazing program & 20+ exhibitors.

Register today to attend the Annual Conference of the New Mexico Child Care & Education Association!Sept 13-14 in ABQ.

15+ local & national speakers. 20+ educational workshops. Opportunity to win a $5,000 classroom makeover.

Sign up now: https://whova.com/portal/registration/tonl_202409/…

Hear Teri DeLuca speak about: From Awkward to Awesome: Strategies for Mastering Hard Conversations

Register today to attend the Annual Conference of the New Mexico Child Care & Education Association!Sept 13-14 in ABQ.

15+ local & national speakers. 20+ educational workshops. Opportunity to win a $5,000 classroom makeover.

Sign up now: https://whova.com/portal/registration/tonl_202409/…

Hear Summer Picha speak about: It's Lonely At The Top: Organizational Strategies for ECE Leaders

Register today to attend the Annual Conference of the New Mexico Child Care & Education Association!Sept 13-14 in ABQ.

15+ local & national speakers. 20+ educational workshops. Opportunity to win a $5,000 classroom makeover.

Sign up now: https://whova.com/portal/registration/tonl_202409/

Hear Dr. Sandra Duncan speak about A Classroom Called Childhood

Register today to attend the Annual Conference of the New Mexico Child Care & Education Association - Sept 13-14 in ABQ!
15+ local & national speakers. 20+ educational workshops. Opportunity to win a $5,000 classroom makeover.

Sign up now: https://whova.com/portal/registration/tonl_202409/

Hear Dylan Drusedum and Kassandra Gonzales speak about:
Behavior as Communication: A Window for Connection

Register today to attend the Annual Conference of the New Mexico Child Care & Education Association!

Sept 13-14 in ABQ.

15+ local & national speakers. 20+ educational workshops.

Opportunity to win a $5,000 classroom makeover.

Sign up now: https://whova.com/portal/registration/tonl_202409/

See Christian Bellissimo speak about:
-- Playful Paths to Healing – Enhancing Social-Emotional Learning in Early Childhood
-- Choices and Consequences: Setting Limits through Play

NMCCEA 2024 Annual Conference - Reset.Recharge. Registration hosted by Whova 2024-09-13, Albuquerque, NM

"By investing in high-quality early childhood education and care, we can set the stage for a lifetime of improved health, well-being, and cognitive development.

However, low wages present the single greatest barrier to building the high-quality prenatal-to-five system in New Mexico that can lift families out of poverty and secure bright futures for New Mexico children." -Secretary Elizabeth Groginsky

Secretary Groginsky recently authored an op-ed in the Albuquerque Journal highlighting the great work New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department is leading when it comes to wage and career ladders.

Read the full op-ed: abqjournal.com/opinion/opinion-we-must-meet-the-needs-of-early-childhood-educators-to-ensure-high-quality-care/article_108201ca-5510-11ef-a2c9-97d39214bb70.html

Did you know that today, August 15 is National Relaxation Day? While we know most early childhood professionals are hard at work this Thursday, this day is a good reminder that every once in awhile, we need to slowdown and unwind.

With this year's conference theme being Reset.Recharge. we wanted to offer attendees of the 2024 NMCCEA Annual Conference a chance at a bit of relaxation. Thanks to our generous sponsor Restore Hyper Wellness, we will have a relaxation lounge both days of the event.

Here's what you can expect:
1. Cryotherapy: Showcase the benefits of a cutting-edge treatment that uses nitrogen cooled air to reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and enhance recovery in localized areas.

2. Red Light Therapy: Demonstrate the therapy's role in reducing inflammation and improving skin health.

3. Compression Therapy: Display how compression can help improve lymphatic function and circulation, reduce muscle aches, and improve mobility

Make sure to register for the conference today at nmccea.org/reset-recharge

Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, August 14 from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm at East Gate Kids Childcare for this month's Lunch & Learn. You will take a deep dive into creating your NM PreK budget with the help of a budget template and personalized mentoring to help maximize allowable expenses.

This workshop requires you top bring a laptop with MS Excel. Lunch will be provided. Registration is required and spots are limited, so save your seat today! https://bit.ly/Mastering_PreK_Budget

Are you in the midst of finalizing your NM PreK budget? If so, join us next week, August 14 from 12:00 to 1:30 pm for a hands-on workshop with lead mentor, Ruth Porta.

You'll discover how to include all allowable expenses and maximize your operational expenses cost allocation. A budget template for will be provided to all attendees.

Space will be limited to allow for one-on-one mentorship, ensuring personalized guidance and support. Make sure to bring your laptop, balance sheet (2023), and an open mind.

Register today at bit.ly/Mastering_PreK_Budget