Futures First in Practice

08/21/2026

That's a Fact Friday - another benefit of outdoor play.

Try some of these fun ways to get outside everyday:
🌳go for a color or shape scavenger hunt
🌳have snack time outside
🌳"paint" walls or fences with water
🌳read books outside

08/19/2026

08/19/2026

Registration is OPEN for our 21st Annual Fall Symposium!

Join us for this exciting day of learning, fellowship, door prizes, and food. Scholarships are available!

For more info, and to register, click here: https://www.ecehub.org/trainings/6a70bda1791c70939701d2ba

08/18/2026

Yes.

Want a healthier society? Start earlier.

Long before someone enters school, joins the workforce, or votes, their brain is growing at an incredible pace. The experiences they have in the first three years help shape their health, learning, relationships, and well-being for years to come.

When we invest in babies and the people who care for them, we're investing in our collective future.

Because healthy societies don't start in adulthood. They start in infancy. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4txHq4n

08/18/2026

08/14/2026

Special thanks to Matt Flener KMBC for speaking to our Trainer Community of Practice group and sharing key lessons he has learned about public speaking. We are inspired by his award-winning work, his dedication, and his ability to connect authentically with others. Thank you, Matt, for sharing your time and wisdom with us!

08/14/2026

That's A Fact Friday - early identification matters!

Yes, babies grow and develop at different rates, but there are predicable patterns and paths in development. If you think your child is not meeting milestones or you have questions about their development, talk to your pediatrician.

According to ZERO TO THREE, "The earlier children are identified and provided with carefully designed intervention and family supports, the more they benefit by gains in cognitive, language, and social development, and later in higher academic and life achievement."

08/12/2026

✨ Know Yourself, Know Your Impact: Mindful Reflection for Educators was a hit!

In this training, teachers reflected on how their personal values shape their teaching and created a personal mantra to keep those values front and center.

When we’re grounded in what matters most, we can respond instead of react—especially during challenging moments. 💛

As children return to school Thursday, these mantras will serve as a daily reminder of the educators they want to be!

08/11/2026

Providers! Update your profile with Child Care Aware of Kansas today!

08/11/2026

Family Child Care Providers - are you looking to grow your business skills?

Enrollment is open for the ⭐FREE⭐ training series you don't want to miss. For more information, and to register, click here: https://www.ecehub.org/trainings/6a42c04f0bda647e2488b548