2026 Early Childhood Conference
Connect with your fellow early childhood colleagues to learn practical tools and strategies to use in your classroom immediately.
Date: Oct. 2, 2026
Time:
8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location:
Sourcewell
Cost:
$50 per participant from Sourcewell's five-county region and partner schools; Comprehensive Package pricing: $5 per participant;
$60 per participant from all other schools;
Lunch included
Learn more about the Comprehensive Package and see a list of participating districts here >
Prerequisites: None
CEUs: Teacher CEU; Administrator CEU
Learning objectives:
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Gain access to relevant professional development aligned to Early Learning Indicators of Progress (ECIPs).
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Network with other professionals throughout the region.
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Learn practical guidance, resources, and strategies to be efficiently implemented.
Description:
This day of professional development including, a keynote presentation, breakouts, and networking, is dedicated to current topics in the field of early childhood education. Topics presented are relevant for individuals, partners, and teams.
The event will also feature a walkabout session with agencies, partners, and local organizations offering opportunities for early childhood professionals.
About the leader:
Amy Tervola Hultberg, a Sourcewell education consultant, will lead this training.
Amy's experience in education and leadership augments a desire to consider how we learn and live together, regardless of age or experience. We will procure relevant keynote and breakout speakers to consider the wellness of Early Childhood professionals as they continually care for others. Breakouts will include application to the ECIPs and strategies to take back to classrooms. The day spent together will be planned to include collaboration, networking, and reflective practice.
Event Registration
Registration deadline: Sept. 18, 2026
Check-in: 8 a.m.
Questions: education@sourcewell-mn.gov
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