NAEYC Accreditation of programs for young children began in 1985, setting rigorous national standards of excellence in early childhood education. Today, there are over 6,500 NAEYC Accredited programs in the nation and over 120 NAEYC Accredited programs in North Carolina. NAEYC Accreditation: •Is voluntary and reflects a commitment to excellence in early care and education for children •Exceeds North Carolina’s…
Let us hear from you regarding recent federal early childhood legislation that is being considered! In November 2013, Senator Harkin (Iowa) along with Representatives George Miller (California) and Richard Hanna (New York) introduced legislation focused on early care and education – “Start Strong for America’s Children.” This bipartisan-sponsored legislation will accelerate the existing commitment of federal, state and local programs…
Land of Sky aeyc (Madison, Buncombe, Transylvania, Henderson and Polk Counties) is proud to collaborate again this year on their Week of the Young Child Conference to be held on April 12, 2014 at Blue Ridge Community College. Presenter Proposals are being accepted through December 13th. If you are interested, please complete and submit the attached “Request for Proposals” form:…