Austin Chapter Meetings of the Accreditation Network
2024-01-09 12:30 - 14:30, 2024-02-13 12:30 - 14:30, 2024-03-05 12:30 - 14:30, 2024-04-16 12:30 - 14:30, 2024-05-14 12:30 - 14:30 (America/Detroit)
The Accreditation Network is a registered NAEYC Accreditation Facilitation Project. We strive to inform, educate, support, and advocate for quality early care and education through the process of NAEYC Accreditation. The Accreditation Network is open to all who are interested in improving the quality of their programs! Contact the Accreditation Network Chair, Shannon Saldana at accreditation@austinchapter-txaeyc.org.
Monthly Meetings 12:30-2:30 pm. Meetings will be virtual with the exception of the November meeting.
Meeting invitations will be sent out the Friday before the meeting. Anyone interested will need to email accreditation@austinchapter-txaeyc.org to get on the mailing list.
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Central Texas Chapter Winter Conference
2024-02-03 08:30 - 15:00 | Hilton Garden Inn Temple, 1749 Scott Blvd., Temple, Texas
Join Central Texas Chapter of TXAEYC for this
Hilton Garden Inn – 1749 Scott Blvd. – Temple, TX
8:30 – 9:00 ~ check-in
4 break-out sessions with topics for teachers of children in
all-aged classrooms
6 hours of training
Lunch is included and everyone receives a bag with goodies for the
classroom – at least a $25 value.
Extra special! Bring your NAEYC membership card that includes your
member number and present it at registration to receive a
$5 gift card from Starbucks
Early Bird registration: $20 before January 19th
After January 19th – registration is $30
Special Rate: – for every 4 attendees registered, receive a 5th free!!
Deadline to register is January 29. Only 200 spots available.
You will need to register with the attached form here: Central Texas Chapter 2024 Conference

Week of the Young Child
2024-04-06 - 2024-04-12
Mark your calendars for Week of the Young Child 2024! From April 6th to 12th, we’ll be honoring our youngest learners, their families, educators, and the importance of early childhood education!
Week of the Young Child – TXAEYC (texasaeyc.org)

TXAEYC Night at the Round Rock Express
2024-04-12 19:15 - 21:45 | 3400 E Palm Valley Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78665, 3400 E Palm Valley Blvd, Round Rock, TX, 78665, United States
Celebrate Family Friday and the end of the Week of Young Child with us at the Round Rock Express! Invite your friends, colleagues, and the families you serve to enjoy a night at the ball park with TXAEYC. Let’s cheer on the Texas early childhood field as they Round Rock Express face off against the Oklahoma City Baseball Club.
TXAEYC is the Express Community Spotlight for the evening’s game. A small portion of each ticket sales will go to support the programs of TXAEYC.
Enter the Code: TXAEYC in the promotion code box during check out.
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The First Big Retreat
2024-04-18 09:00 - 2024-04-19 16:00 | Horseshoe Bay Resort, 200 Hi Circle North, Horseshoe Bay, Texas, 78657
Calling all Texas Early Childhood Leaders!
Join 275 Texas early childhood leaders for an intimate and relaxing leadership retreat at the Horseshoe Bay Resort located in the heart of Central Texas along Lake LBJ!
This event provides administrators and leaders of early learning programs an opportunity to sharpen their leadership skills, deepen connections with fellow early childhood leaders, and enjoy some much needed R&R.
Retreat highlights include:

Leadership sessions facilitated by Ann McClain Terrell, author of Graceful Leadership in Early Childhood Education
Breakout sessions with topics suggested by attendees
Self-care activities (yoga, pickle ball, put-put golf, and more!)
Dinner at the Horseshoe Bay Yacht Club

Registration now open!

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TXAEYC Leadership Retreat
2025-03-27 09:00 - 2025-03-28 17:00 | Horseshoe Bay Resort, 200 Hi Circle North, Horseshoe Bay, Texas, 78657
Dates and Times: 10:00am on March 27, 2025 – 2:00pm on March 28, 2025
Venue: Horseshoe Bay Report, Horseshoe Bay, TX
Registration Rates:

$590 Members
$625 Non-members

Event Description
The BIG Retreat is back for its second year! This event, designed specifically for Texas Early Childhood Leaders, is the perfect opportunity for leaders to create connections, reflect on their vision, and recharge for the work ahead. This year’s BIG Retreat will provide a unique opportunity for child care and school district leaders to come together to build early learning partnerships – maximizing resources, increasing access to high-quality early learning, and strengthening communities.
Event Highlights

Registration includes 4 meals
Lunch and dinner on March 27
Breakfast and lunch on March 28
Networking opportunities to form early learning partnerships
Self-care activities

The BIG Retreat will provide a unique opportunity for you to learn about early learning partnership options and network with potential partners. The relaxed environment of the retreat sets the stage for authentic conversation, unlocking new possibilities, and building genuine relationships.
Session topics will include:

Exploring early learning partnership options
Understanding the funding landscape for early learning
Panels of successful partnerships across the state
Leadership centered on children and families
Taking risks to support children and families
And much more!

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Brazos Valley Chapter Presents Texas Play and Development Conference
2026-03-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Texas A&M, Blinn Campus
The Brazos Valley TXAEYC Chapter, in partnership with Blinn College and the Texas A&M University Institute for Early Childhood Development & Education, invites early childhood educators to a full day focused on the science and practice of play.
The Texas Play and Development Conference brings together university faculty, field experts, and classroom educators to share research-based strategies you can take straight back to your program.
This year’s keynote features Amanda Morgan of Not Just Cute, a nationally recognized advocate for intentional, developmentally appropriate learning. Her work challenges educators to move beyond activities that are simply “cute” and focus on experiences that truly support children’s development.
📅 Saturday, March 28, 2026
📍 Blinn College – Bryan Campus
Your registration includes a full day of workshops, meaningful conversations with educators across the region, and breakfast and lunch provided.
Member registration starts at $40, with student and group rates available.
The conference is only a few weeks away and seats are filling quickly.
Register now to secure your spot for March 28. The first 200 registrants will receive a copy of Amanda Morgan’s new book, Not Just Cute: How Powerful Play Drives Development.
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