Our programs
Iowa AEYC offers a variety of programs to help early childhood professionals build their skills and provide high quality education for young children.
The latest from Iowa AEYC
🚨Only two weeks remain to apply🚨
Get Involved – Iowa Association for the Education of Young Children
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Make a difference through Iowa AEYC Professional Engagement Groups (PEGs) Our Professional Engagement Groups (or PEGs) are interest-based groups for any and all early care and education professionals …0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Our Fall Institute Children’s Champion Award Winner – Amy Blanchard
Amy’s visionary leadership and dedication have strengthened early childhood programs across Jasper, Marion, and Poweshiek counties. Her expert budgeting enables critical grant opportunities, and her tireless commitment — often beyond office hours — ensures lasting impact. Amy’s reputation in the ECI community speaks volumes!
Do you know a leader in the Early Childhood Education field who should be nominated for next year’s awards?
Nominate them today: iowaaeyc.org/membership/nominations-awards/
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Congratulations!
Congratulations Amy! Well deserved!
Congratulations to Amy Blanchard, a true champion for early childhood education! ❤️
Do you work with children? This amazing training will not only impact you professionally, but personally! All early childhood educators, staff and childcare providers are invited. Click the QR code to learn more or visit www.eventbrite.com/e/1554308722229?aff=oddtdtcreator
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💡The Iowa AEYC team is back from the Women Lead Change 2025 conference! From inclusive leadership to future-ready strategies, our staff is inspired and ready to lead with purpose.
#WLC2025
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Good people right here! 💙💙
So many amazing women in one photo! Im so blessed to get to know most of you and be inspired by all of the worl you are doing
That is one powerful group!
Interested in taking spring courses? Apply for the TEACH Early Childhood Iowa scholarship by November 15!
Discover how this scholarship has supported others through financial aid, paid release time, and academic support.
Learn more about eligibility and how to apply: iowaaeyc.org/programs/teach/
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Join us on October 25 for a training session on Early Childhood Advocacy and the Iowa Legislature! Led by Representative Tracy Ehlert, this training will help you effectively advocate for early childhood policy 💡
Attendees will also receive a $25 gas gift card as a thank you for attending!
Register for this event on i-PoWeR today!
ccmis.dhs.state.ia.us/trainingregistry/TrainingRegistry/CourseDetail?id=qcKHIGxjJvY%3d
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🚨Calling all Iowa AEYC members!!🚨
We are excited to bring you an exclusive offer as a benefit for being a member with Iowa AEYC – the chance to apply for a scholarship to attend NAEYC’s upcoming Public Policy Forum alongside the Iowa AEYC team!
NAEYC’s annual Public Policy Forum (PPF) is returning to Washington, D.C. in 2026, where NAEYC will bring together hundreds of early childhood educators and stakeholders to strengthen our advocacy skills, expand our policy knowledge, deepen our relationships with Congressional offices, and build a powerful movement across states and communities!
The dates for the 2026 Public Policy Forum are February 22, 2026 – February 24, 2026 (Travel dates are tentatively departing on Feb 21, 2026, and returning on Feb 24, 2026). If you are an Iowa AEYC/NAEYC member, at least 21 years old, and interested in attending NAEYC’s Public Policy Forum, please fill out the scholarship application listed below by November 12.
Get Involved – Iowa Association for the Education of Young Children
iowaaeyc.org
Make a difference through Iowa AEYC Professional Engagement Groups (PEGs) Our Professional Engagement Groups (or PEGs) are interest-based groups for any and all early care and education professionals …1 CommentComment on Facebook
I received this scholarship last year. It was an amazing experience! I'd encourage everyone to apply if you have an interest in advocacy. Hoping I can attend again someday.
Congratulations to these outstanding early care and education professionals on earning their CDA® Credential!
Congratulations to Jaelyn Holley from Birdies Next in Davenport and Melinda Mahlberg from Rosecrance Jackson Recovery Centers Little Inspirations in Sioux
City!
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🚨Our web store is officially open!🚨
Did you miss the opportunity to get some merch from the P&M apparel table at the Fall Institute? We have all those same designs available for you to order from until October 23! ⏳
$12 flat rate for shipping per order, no matter how much you grab.
Start shopping before it’s done!
pmapparel.chipply.com/IowaAEYC/
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From our moving keynote speaker to learning aquaponics in a jar, Saturday at the Early Learning Fall Institute was full of growth and networking.
Huge thank you to all of our attendees for making this such a memorable weekend!
Simply Creative Works
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What an amazing day! Our Friday institute was filled with lots of attendees and lots of insight. Take a look at some highlights from day one of our Early Learning Fall Institute!
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Photos from The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)’s post
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