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SUMMARY:Thinking Beyond the Classroom: Broadening Learning Horizons and Promoting Self-Directed Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Broadening Learning Horizons and Promoting Self-Directed Exploration \nHosted by the TXAEYC Denton Chapter\, this free virtual training is open to educators across Texas and beyond. Explore how thoughtful classroom design and intentional planning support engagement and learning. Sessions will highlight playful\, purposeful environments and practical strategies for keeping school-age children engaged through meaningful\, standards-aligned activities. \n• Date: Saturday\, March 7\, 2026• Time: 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM \n		\n					\n				Register Here
URL:https://texasaeyc.org/event/thinking-beyond-the-classroombroadening-learning-horizons-and-promoting-self-directed-exploration/
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CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Training
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SUMMARY:Thinking Beyond the Classroom: Federal Child Care and Early Education Policy Background and Current Landscape
DESCRIPTION:Federal Child Care and Early Education Policy Background and Current LandscapeHosted by the TXAEYC Denton Chapter\, this free virtual training is open to educators across Texas and beyond. This session will explore the federal child care and early education policy landscape\, including key programs and current developments shaping the field and what they mean for educators\, programs\, and families. \n• Date: Thursday\, March 19\, 2026• Time: 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM \n		\n					\n				Register Here
URL:https://texasaeyc.org/event/thinking-beyond-the-classroom-federal-child-care-and-early-education-policy-background-and-current-landscape/
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CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Training
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SUMMARY:Fort Worth Chapter: Week of the Young Child Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join the Fort Worth TXAEYC Chapter for an evening that brings early childhood professionals together in a more relaxed setting. This mixer is a chance to step outside the day-to-day\, connect with others who understand the work\, and spend time celebrating the role early educators play in shaping strong beginnings. \nYou’ll have space to meet new faces\, reconnect with familiar ones\, and enjoy light bites and refreshments along the way. Whether you’re a teacher\, director\, advocate\, or partner in the field\, this is a simple\, meaningful way to be part of the Week of the Young Child. \nRSVP Here: https://forms.gle/7gZnEEyyCciiuizw8
URL:https://texasaeyc.org/event/fort-worth-chapter-week-of-the-young-child-mixer/
LOCATION:Texas
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events
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SUMMARY:Thinking Beyond the Classroom: Nature Play and the Wonder of Loose Parts
DESCRIPTION:Join TXAEYC for an in-person Thinking Beyond the Classroom training on Saturday\, June 6\, 2026\, at Midwestern State University–Flower Mound Campus. The day begins at 8:45 AM with an MSU overview\, followed by training from 9:00 to 11:30 AM. \nLed by Beth Edwards\, this session explores outdoor learning and loose parts play as tools for curiosity\, creativity\, and child-led discovery. Gain practical strategies for designing engaging environments and supporting meaningful learning indoors and out. \nSpace is limited to 50 participants. \n• Date: Saturday\, June 6\, 2026• Time: 8:45 AM to 11:30 AM \n		\n					\n				Register Here
URL:https://texasaeyc.org/event/thinking-beyond-the-classroom-nature-play-and-the-wonder-of-loose-parts/
LOCATION:Midwestern State University Flower Mound Campus\, 100 Parker Square\, Flower Mound\, Texas
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