Upcoming Events
Area 5 Early Childhood Conference
Oct 28, 2024
9:00 am - 3:30 pm
O'Fallon, IL 62269
Join the Area 5 Regional Offices for an inspiring day dedicated to the incredible educators of our youngest learners! This workshop is designed for birth-to-three teachers, parent educators, preschool and kindergarten teachers, paraprofessionals, administrators, and anyone passionate about early childhood education.
Kick off the day with our dynamic keynote speaker, Danny Brassell, presenting “A Baker’s Dozen of Lessons Learned from the Teaching Trenches.” This engaging, fast-paced session is infused with humor and motivation, highlighting the profound impact you have on your students' lives.
Throughout the day, participants will have the opportunity to choose from a diverse array of breakout sessions led by both national and local experts. Explore topics such as hands-on math techniques, effective ESL methods, innovative classroom management strategies for young children, enhancing reading literacy and comprehension, and making science more engaging.
Join us for a day filled with motivation, inspiration, and fresh ideas to enhance your current programs and foster a love of learning in your students! Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow educators and elevate your teaching practice.
This event will be held on February 12, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. with registration beginning at 8:00 a.m. The cost to attend this is event is $100/person and lunch and a light breakfast will be provided. Each participant will receive 6.0 PD hours.