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2015 Conferences

January 3 - 6, 2015
2nd Annual International Conference on Humanities & Arts in a Global World, 3-6 January 2015, Athens
Sponsored by ΑΤΙΝΕΡ
Athens, Greece
Phone: + 30 210 36.34.210
Web Site: http://www.atiner.gr/2015/CALL-HUM.htm
E-mail: [email protected]
The Arts and Humanities Research Division (AHRD) of the Athens Institute for Education and Research (ATINER) is organizing its 2nd Annual International Conference on Humanities & Arts in a Global World which will be held in Athens, Greece on 3-6 January 2015. In the past, the five research units of AHRD have organized 30 annual international conferences on history, philosophy, literature, linguistics, languages, as well as the visual and performing arts. This annual international conference offers an opportunity for cross disciplinary presentations on all aspects of humanities, arts and related disciplines including Art, Art History, Classics, Literatures, Cultures, and Languages, English, Spanish, Italian, French, Chinese, Arabic, History, Linguistics, Philosophy, Religious Studies etc. Fee structure information is available on www.atiner.gr/fees.htm. Special arrangements will be made with a local luxury hotel for a limited number of rooms at a special conference rate. In addition, a number of special events will be organized: A Greek night of entertainment with dinner, a special one-day cruise to selected Greek islands, an archaeological tour of Athens and a one-day visit to Delphi. Details of the social program are available at http://www.atiner.gr/2015/SOC-HUM.htm.
March 4 - 7, 2015
The 6th International Conference on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Sponsored by UBC Interprofessional Continuing Education
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Phone: 604.822.2801
Web Site: http://interprofessional.ubc.ca/FASD2015
E-mail: [email protected]
This advanced level conference continues to bring together experts from multiple disciplines to share international research. From the pure science, to prevention, diagnosis and intervention across the lifespan, the conference will address the implications of this research and promote scientific/community collaboration. It provides an opportunity to enhance understanding of the relationships between knowledge and research and critical actions related to FASD. First held in 1987, the conference brings together people passionate about this work in a stimulating environment where they can learn and forge new partnerships. Deadline for call for abstract submission is May 31, 2014.
 
March 30 - April 2, 2015
42nd Annual Head Start Conference
Sponsored by National Head Start Association
Washington, DC, United States
April 30, 2015
Uniting to Empower Tribal Children and Families
Sponsored by National Indian Child Care Association (NICCA)
Afghanistan
Phone: 202-470-0596
Web Site: http://www.NICCA.us
E-mail: [email protected]
Tribal Nations from across the United States will come together to support one another and share ideas and goals about their Tribal child care programs. Topics will include topics from administration, subsidy, best practices, research on Tribal child care, and a visit to Capitol Hill to share our stories about child care in our villages, reservations, and service areas.
 
April 30, 2015
Second Annual FREE Virtual Early Childhood Professional Development and Career Fair
Sponsored by Penn Foster College and Career School
Afghanistan
Phone: 570-961-4171
Web Site: https://community.pennfoster.edu/events/1405
E-mail: [email protected]
Please join us the week of October 19, 2014 for “OUR” Second Annual Penn Foster Professional Development and Career Fair! From the convenience of your home or office, you can enjoy high quality professional development trainings and career opportunities! All you need to participate is a computer with an Internet connection. Last year we had over thirty scheduled presentations and we are hopeful that this year will be a success as well. We had presenters from Penn Foster, Head Start, Bright Horizons, and several other early childhood programs and agencies. All of the presenters where active in the field of Early Childhood Education or a related field and shared their knowledge and experiences. Our virtual fair is open to all professionals looking to earn professional development hours and gain new and useful knowledge. Details about the fair and links to register for sessions will be posted on the on the community during the week of October 4th! Please help us spread the word! Tell your friends, coworkers, employers, and anyone else who could benefit from this great opportunity! We look forward to seeing all of you at “OUR” Second Annual FREE Virtual Early Childhood Professional Development and Career Fair during the week of October 19, 2015! If you are interested in submitting a proposal to present, please contact Nancy Moretti at [email protected].
April 30, 2015
2015 Child Care Business Success Conference
Sponsored by Motivate Teachers
United States
Phone: 800-211-5671
Web Site: http://rockmychildcare.com
E-mail: [email protected]
The Child Care Business Success Conference focuses on a holistic approach to child care business success. Not just one aspect like marketing or building your dream team. It helps you evaluate your business model and decide where you need to make change happen so you can get on your fastest path to profits and happiness with how you structure, grow and/or manage your business. This is the only conference like this. Here are the main components of your Child Care Business Success Plan that we'll be expanding on at the conference.
 
May 21 - 23, 2015
2015 Ohio Early Childhood Conference
Sponsored by Ohio AEYC
Sandusky, Ohio, United States
Phone: 419-946-6693
Web Site: http://www.oaeyc.org
E-mail: [email protected]
June 7 - 10, 2015
National Institute for Early Childhood Professional Development
Sponsored by NAEYC
New Orleans, LA, United States
Web Site: http://www.naeyc.org
 
July 20 - 25, 2015
World OMEP Assembly & Conference
Sponsored by OMEP-USA
Washington, DC, United States
Phone: 202-333-4146
Web Site: http://TBA
E-mail: [email protected] or [email protected]
The World OMEP Assembly is a 2-day session for world officers and national OMEP presidents. The World OMEP Conference is a 2.5-day event open to all who are interested in early childhood education throughout the world. Details for submitting a workshop proposal and for registering to attend will be posted in the near future.
September 14 - 16, 2015
Empowering Tribal Children
Sponsored by National Indian Child Care Association
Washington, DC, United States
Web Site: http://www.nicca.us/
 
September 21 - 23, 2015
23rd Annual NARA Licensing Seminar
Sponsored by National Association of Regulatory Administrators
Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States
Web Site: http://www.naralicensing.org/seminar
September 26, 2015
The Brain and Early Learning, 5th Annual Science Symposium
Sponsored by California Science Center Foundation and Crystal Stairs, Inc.
Los Angeles, CA, United States
Phone: 213-744-2036
Web Site: https://www.regonline.com/register/checkin.aspx?eventId=1734798
E-mail: [email protected]
The Brain and Early Learning, 5th Annual Science Symposium will focus on the importance of supporting children’s early brain development as a foundation for life-long success and the impact early learning hands-on science experiences have on promoting optimal brain development, emotional regulation, resilience and awareness of the world around us. Participants will leave with an enhanced knowledge of: • The critical role early learning educators play in supporting infant/toddler brain development; • How to facilitate interactive science investigations and activities through an inquiry-based approach; • The resources available to educators and their students at the California Science Center; • How to expand their curriculum with strategies and activities that promote and support optimal learning; and • The important role early learning educators play in partnership with parents through the extension of activities, resources and supports. The symposium will kick-off with a keynote address by Dr. Samuel Chan, District Chief, Children’s System of Care, L.A. County Department of Mental Health on Brain Development in the Young Child. The event will also include three breakout training sessions in addition to a Curriculum Fair consisting of vendors, community resources and information from educational programs and organizations.
 
September 28 - October 1, 2015
2015 Fall Leadership Institute
Sponsored by National Head Start Association
Washington, DC, United States
E-mail: www.nhsa.org
October 1 - 4, 2015
Early Educators Leadership Conference
Sponsored by Council for Professional Recognition
Leesburg, Virginia, United States
Web Site: http://ennect.com/e2550/p19769.aspx
 
October 7 - 9, 2015
9th Annual Early Childhood Leadership Institute
Sponsored by Early Childhood Education Institute at OU-Tulsa
United States
Phone: 918-660-3907
Web Site: http://www.ou.edu/content/tulsa/early-childhood-education-institute/early-childhood-leadership-insti
E-mail: [email protected]
A two day conference with two keynote addresses by Dr. Donohue, and over 15 breakout sessions on the appropriate use of technology in early childhood and other topics.
October 15 - 16, 2015
NJAEYC - Annual Conference
Sponsored by NJAEYC
Afghanistan
Phone: 732-329-0033
Web Site: http://www.njaeyc.org
E-mail: [email protected]
Annual state conference open to all people involved in the early care and education of children birth through age 8. There are almost 100 workshops to choose from including keynoters on each day. Fees include breakfast and lunch. Workshops include topics that encompass all Core Knowledge and Competency Areas.
 
October 15 - 16, 2015
Fall Leadership Symposium
Sponsored by Association for Early Learning Leaders
Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States
Phone: 512-551-0847
Web Site: http://www.earlylearningleaders.org/?page=leadershipsymposium
E-mail: [email protected]
Join us for our Fall Leadership Symposium, to be held at the Fort Lauderdale Marriott Pompano Beach Resort & Spa on October 15-16, 2015. The symposium offers two days of impactful sessions, and the opportunity to bring together child care directors, owners and administrators to explore the latest professional leadership development resources in the early care and education field. Fast track your career with sessions by experts across all kinds of disciplines and interest areas, including: leadership, administration, human resources, legal issues, risk management, and program quality. Pick one of the four tracks--Emerging Leader, Owner-to-Owner, Director, and Accreditation--that fits your professional needs.
October 17 - 20, 2015
We the People -- 45th Annual Conference
Sponsored by National Black Child Development Institute
Washington, DC, United States
Web Site: http://www.nbcdi.org/events
 
October 21 - 23, 2015
2015 Joint Conference
Sponsored by CCCR&R Network and CAPPA Advocacy
Sacramento, CA, United States
California's premiere educational conference for the Child Care Resource and Referral and Alternative Payment Program field will be held October 21-23, 2015 in our State Capital. This year, the California Child Care Resource and Referral Network (Network) and the California Alternative Payment Program Association (CAPPA) will be joining forces once again to build our capacity to impact the communities we serve all across the state. We invite you to take advantage of this special event to support early childhood education and support and promote your company and products at our joint conference.
October 22 - September 24, 2015
2015 Asia-Pacific Regional ECD Conference
Sponsored by Asia-Pacific Regional Network for Early Childhood
Beijing, China
Web Site: http://hwww.arnec.net/asia-pacific-regional-early-childhood-development-conference/
 
November 5 - 8, 2015
"Viajando con los niños a través de Mundos Digitales"
Sponsored by
Monterrey, Nuevo Leo, Mexico
E-mail: [email protected]
November 9, 2015
Whole Child in Harmony
Sponsored by Southern Early Childhood Association
Afghanistan
Phone: 800-305-7322
Web Site: http://www.southernearlychildhood.org
E-mail: [email protected]
Early childhood professionals from across the South and mid-west will gather in Tulsa, OK to celebrate and support early childhood and its many providers, 715supporters and associates.
 
November 18 - 21, 2015
The Power of Professionalism
Sponsored by National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
Orlando, Florida, United States
Web Site: http://www.naeyc.org/conference/
November 20 - 21, 2015
20th Anniversary International Conference
Sponsored by International Step by Step Association
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Web Site: http://www.issa.nl/content/save-date-conferences
 
December 2 - 4, 2015
Early Childhood Education Summit
Sponsored by Pennsylvania Child Care Association/PA Head Start Association/OCDEL
United States
Phone: 717-657-9000
Web Site: http://www.earlychildhoodsummit.org
E-mail: [email protected]
The Early Childhood Education Summit provides early care and education practitioners, parents and advocates from across the early learning and school-age spectrum – Childcare, Head Start, Early Intervention, Pre-K Counts, Home Visitation, and School Districts – an opportunity to dialogue and learn while building a stronger early learning community. The program includes more than two hundred workshop sessions, inspiring keynotes, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Attendees can not only acquire new information, but can also connect with colleagues and enhance relationships with others in the early childhood field. Over 200 workshop sessions will be offered.