Capitol Area Chapter of IL Association for the Education of Young Children

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Capital Area Chapter of Illinois is a leading professional organization in anticipating and responding to the training, advocacy and networking needs of all individuals who are interested in the care and education of young children and their families. Capitol Area AEYC's membership comes from the following counties in Illinois: Adams, Brown, Cass, Macoupin, Menard, Montgomery, Morgan, Pike, Sangamon and Schuyler.

06/17/2026

Looking for professional development that focuses on educator wellness, mental health, and self-care? Be sure to attend the Self-Care Summer Summit and explore sessions designed to support the well-being of early childhood professionals.

• Heart Work, Heavy Work: Protecting Your Peace in Early Childhood – RaChe Russell-Van

Practical strategies for protecting your peace, setting healthy boundaries, reconnecting with your purpose, and finding joy in your work.

• Mindfulness and Self-Compassion in Early Childhood Spaces – Carole Robbins
Learn simple, research-based mindfulness and self-compassion practices that promote resilience, emotional wellness, and self-kindness for both educators and children.

• Not Superwoman, Just Human: Mental Health, Medication, and Learning Which Balls Are Glass – Emilie Austin
A candid and encouraging conversation about mental health, educator burnout, perfectionism, and learning to focus on what matters most.

Whether you're looking for practical tools, meaningful reflection, or a reminder to care for yourself as much as you care for others, these sessions offer something valuable for every early childhood professional. We hope you'll join us!

Register Now: https://www.eventbee.com/v/summer-summit/event?eid=278827083 #/tickets

06/15/2026

Illinois AEYC Growing Futures Conference October 15-17, 2026, in Springfield, IL @ the Crowne Plaza! Register Here Sessions-at-a-Glance-2026 Exhibitors Discount School Supply Center for Talent Development The Boy with the Glass Stomach (Book) PaperPie Illinois Early Learning Books By The Bushel McCo...

06/09/2026

October 15–17, 2026 Crowne Plaza Springfield – Convention Center 3000 S. Dirksen Pkwy Springfield, IL 62703 Sponsor, Exhibitor & Advertiser Prospectus Ask yourself: Do you offer developmentally appropriate educational products, services, or materials for early childhood practitioners? Do you pro...

06/08/2026

🌟 Join Us at the ILAEYC Growing Futures Conference! 🌟

We're excited to spotlight an incredible session that will be offered at the 2026 Growing Futures Conference!

Whether you're an educator, administrator, faculty member, family child care provider, student, or advocate, you'll find practical strategies, new ideas, and meaningful connections to support your work with young children and families.

✅ Gateways Registry Approved
✅ ISBE Approved
✅ Networking Opportunities
✅ Inspiring Speakers
✅ Exhibitors & Resources
✅ Professional Development You Can Use Right Away

Don't miss this opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with early childhood professionals from across Illinois and beyond!

📅 October 15-17, 2026
📍 Crowne Plaza | Springfield, IL

🔗 Register today: https://illinoisaeyc.org/conference/

06/01/2026

☀️ SAVE THE DATE! ☀️

Join ILAEYC for our Virtual Self-Care Summer Summit on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, from 6:30–8:30 PM!

Take an evening to focus on self-care, wellness, healthy habits, and mental health while connecting with early childhood professionals from across Illinois.

More details coming soon!

Registration here:
https://www.eventbee.com/v/summer-summit/event?eid=278827083

06/01/2026

In early childhood education, joy and belonging are deeply connected.

Joy grows when we feel seen, valued, and supported. Belonging is strengthened through shared moments of laughter, discovery, and care with children, families, and one another.

What moments of joy have also made you feel like you truly belong in this profession?

As part of NAEYC’s year of reflections celebrating a century of excellence, we invite you to share the moments, relationships, and experiences that continue to sustain and inspire this work across generations.

https://www.naeyc.org/centennial/year-of-reflections

05/28/2026

📍 Stop by and see us at the McCormick Leadership Conference!

We are excited to be in the exhibit hall connecting with leaders, educators, and advocates from across Illinois.

Come say hello, learn more about what we’re working on, upcoming opportunities, and how we continue to support the early childhood community throughout the state. We’d love to connect with you! 🧡

05/28/2026

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Community Conversation. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

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