06/15/2026
๐จ Last call for conference tees! ๐จ
Future you is going to be sad if everyone else is wearing their Hearts & Minds shirt and you skipped the pre-order. ๐
๐ Pre-order your conference t-shirt now!
โ Shirts will not be available for purchase at the event.
๐ Pre-order only.
Don't miss out on your chance to wear your Hearts & Minds pride long after conference day is over!
06/13/2026
๐จ You heard that right... we've extended registration! ๐จ
There's still time to join us for the 2026 OKAEYC Hearts & Minds Conferenceโbut not much!
๐ Registration is now open through Monday, June 15 OR until full.
Don't miss your opportunity to:
โจ Learn from inspiring presenters
โจ Hear keynote speaker Audrey Rowland
โจ Choose from 25+ breakout sessions
โจ Connect with early childhood professionals from across Oklahoma
โจ Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and a day dedicated to YOU
If you've been meaning to register, consider this your sign. ๐
๐ Grab your ticket before registration closes for good!
๐ Conference: June 27
๐ Metro Tech Springlake | Oklahoma City
Oklahoma Association
OKAEYC is a professional membership organization that supports all who care for educate and work on behalf of young children in Oklahoma. We work to promote high-quality early learning for all young children.
06/12/2026
๐๐ Have you grabbed your conference t-shirt yet?
Don't miss your chance to take home a special Hearts & Minds conference tee!
โจ T-shirts are available by pre-order only
โจ They will NOT be available for purchase at the conference
โจ Orders close soon!
Whether you're attending with your team or flying solo, this is a fun way to remember a day of learning, connection, and inspiration with Oklahoma's early childhood community.
โฐ Don't wait until conference dayโsecure your shirt now before pre-orders close!
https://www.okaeyc.org/event-details/annual-conference-2026
06/11/2026
๐ Sponsor Spotlight: American College of Education ๐
Thank you to American College of Education for supporting the OKAEYC Annual Conference as a Bronze Plus Sponsor!
American College of Education is dedicated to helping educators advance their careers through affordable, high-quality online degree and certificate programs designed with working professionals in mind.
Their commitment to empowering educators aligns with our mission to strengthen Oklahoma's early childhood workforce and support lifelong learning.
We are grateful for their partnership and investment in the future of education. Thank you, American College of Education, for helping make this year's conference possible!
06/11/2026
๐ Have you registered yet?
We are so excited to welcome Audrey Rowland as the keynote speaker for this yearโs Hearts & Minds Conference!
Known for her powerful message around honoring childhood, strengthening relationships, and creating cultures where both children and educators thrive, Audreyโs keynote will challenge, inspire, and encourage us to think differently about the work we do every day. โจ
โฐ Registration closes June 12
๐ June 27, 2026
๐ Metro Tech Springlake | Oklahoma City
Breakfast, lunch, breakout sessions, and 7 hours of professional development are all included.
๐ Read more about Audrey and reserve your spot before registration closes.
06/10/2026
๐จ IT'S HERE! ๐จ
The 2026 Hearts & Minds Breakout Session Guide has officially dropped!
โจ 25+ sessions
โจ English & Spanish options
โจ Something for everyone
The hardest part of conference might just be deciding which sessions to attend. ๐
๐ Swipe to see what's waiting for you at Hearts & Minds.
โฐ Registration closes June 12! ๐
06/10/2026
๐ฉถ Sponsor Spotlight: Constructive Playthings!
We are excited to recognize Constructive Playthings, one of our Silver Sponsors๐ฉถ 2026 OKAEYC Hearts & Minds Conference.
Thank you for supporting educators and helping us create a conference experience that inspires learning, creativity, and connection.
We appreciate your commitment to the early childhood profession.
https://constructiveplaythings.com/