Oregon Association for the Education of Young Children

12/01/2025

11/13/2025

Connect. Reflect. Grow.

The ORAEYC Virtual Conference, happening December 5–6, 2025. This is a fully online event you can enjoy from the comfort of home!

Friday, December 5
6:00 PM – Public Policy and ECE
6:30–8:00 PM – Evening Sessions (choose your topic)

Saturday, December 6
8:45 AM–12:00 PM – Welcome Message and Morning Sessions (choose your topic)
Gain 4.5 hours of professional development, explore new ideas, and connect with educators and leaders from across Oregon.

ORAEYC Members: $75
Non-Members: $150
(includes a one-year ORAEYC membership)

Register now at https://lnkd.in/gT9D8ErP

Scholarships are available. For questions, contact Sara at [email protected] or call 503.496.3991.
Let’s come together as Oregon’s early learning community—online!


Conéctate. Reflexiona. Crece.

Únete a nosotros en la Conferencia Virtual de ORAEYC, del 5 al 6 de diciembre de 2025. ¡Disfruta de este evento completamente en línea desde la comodidad de tu hogar!

Viernes, 5 de diciembre
6:00 p. m. – Políticas Públicas y Educación Infantil
6:30–8:00 p. m. – Sesiones Vespertinas (elige tu tema)

Sábado, 6 de diciembre
8:45 a. m.–12:00 p. m. – Mensaje de Bienvenida y Sesiones Matutinas (elige tu tema)
Obtén 4.5 horas de desarrollo profesional, explora nuevas ideas y conecta con educadores y líderes de todo Oregón.


Miembros de ORAEYC: $75

No miembros: $150 (incluye una membresía anual a ORAEYC)

Regístrate ahora en https://lnkd.in/gT9D8ErP

Hay becas disponibles. Para cualquier pregunta, comuníquese con Sara a través de [email protected] o llame al 503.496.3991.

¡Unámonos como la comunidad de aprendizaje temprano de Oregon, en línea!

06/18/2025

It's no too late! registration ends tomorrow 6/19 at 5pm! Join us in Newport for the Waves of Change summer conference!

Friday 6/20 night come join us from 6:00–8:00 PM at Oregon Coast Community College in Newport for a special screening of the award-winning film: Make A Circle. Come enjoy the ORAEYC Popcorn Bar & Snack Station — grab your favorite treats while you engage in the conversation!

Saturday 6/21 you are in for some amazing classes! The day will be packed with powerful sessions designed just for child
care providers, including our Infant & Toddler Track, inclusive teaching practices, and resources you can use right away. It’s one full day of inspiration, learning, and connection—without having to commit to the whole weekend.
💡 Come earn your required training hours
🧩 Connect with other professionals
🍎 Enjoy the provided lunch!

06/13/2025

🌊 ORAEYC Waves of Change Conference 🌊
🎬 Friday Evening Feature: Film Screening, Discussion & Snack Bar! 🍿
Join us Friday evening from 6:00–8:00 PM at Oregon Coast Community College in Newport for a special screening of the award-winning film:
🎥 Make A Circle
This powerful documentary follows early childhood educators advocating for a better child care system. After the film, we'll facilitate a discussion and develop a Call to Action to support and uplift early educators in our community.
✨ PLUS! Enjoy the ORAEYC Popcorn Bar & Snack Station — grab your favorite treats while you engage in the conversation!
📅 When: Friday, June 20, 2025 | 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Where: Oregon Coast Community College, Newport,
Bring your friends, your voice, and your appetite for great film, thoughtful discussion, and snacks!
For more information about our Waves of Change Summer Conference, visit our website: https://www.oraeyc.org/wavesofchange2025

To be eligible for scholarship support, you must be at an Oregon Registry Step 1 - 8.5 and work directly with children at least 20 hours per week in a licensed child care facility. The OCCD Scholarship only covers $75, you are responsible to pay the remaining balance.

06/06/2025

https://www.oraeyc.org/wavesofchange2025

06/04/2025

🌊 *Waves of Change Saturday-Only Option!* 🌊

Can’t make it Friday evening? No worries—we’ve got you covered!

Saturday, June 21 is packed with powerful sessions designed just for child
care providers, including our Infant & Toddler Track, inclusive teaching
practices, and resources you can use right away. It’s one full day of
inspiration, learning, and connection—without having to commit to the whole
weekend.

💡 Come earn your required training hours
🧩 Connect with other professionals
🍎 Enjoy the provided lunch!

🎟️ Registration is available now.
Make the most of your weekend—and join us at the coast!

04/29/2025

Join us this June for our 1st Waves of Change summer conference! Check out ORAEYC.org for more information and to register! See you in Newport!

03/31/2025

Join us for NAEYC’s 2025 Week of the Young Child® celebration happening April 5-11, 2025! Our annual event celebrating early learning, young children, their teachers, and families.

03/06/2025

¡Únase a nosotros en la reunión anual de miembros de ORAEYC!
La Asociación de Oregón para la Educación de los Niños Pequeños (ORAEYC) le invita a nuestra reunión anual de miembros el 4 de abril a las 16:30 horas. Esta es una oportunidad fantástica para conectarse con otros profesionales de la primera infancia, escuchar actualizaciones importantes sobre nuestro trabajo, y compartir su opinión a medida que damos forma al futuro de ORAEYC.

Disfrute de un meet-and-greet con nuestro Consejo de Gobierno y el nuevo Director Ejecutivo, y nos ayudan a establecer el curso para el próximo año.

Dónde: Ninkasi Brewing, Eugene, OR
Cuándo: 16:30 - 18:00
Quién: Todos los profesionales de la primera infancia de Oregón son bienvenidos-¡no es necesario ser miembro!

Vamos a reunirnos para construir una comunidad aún más fuerte de la primera infancia. ¡Esperamos verle allí!

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03/06/2025

Join Us for ORAEYC’s Annual Membership Meeting!
The Oregon Association for the Education of Young Children (ORAEYC) invites you to our Annual Membership Meeting on April 4th at 4:30 PM. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow early childhood professionals, hear important updates about our work, and share your input as we shape the future of ORAEYC.

Enjoy a meet-and-greet with our Governing Council and new Executive Director, and help us set the course for the year ahead.

📍 Where: Ninkasi Brewing, Eugene, OR
⏰ When: 4:30 – 6:00 PM
👥 Who: All Oregon early childhood professionals are welcome—membership is not required!

Let’s come together to build an even stronger early childhood community. We hope to see you there!

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