Mississippi Early Childhood Association

09/11/2026

We're racing towards our 73rd annual Imagine Conference, and we don’t want to leave YOU behind! Only 3 DAYS LEFT to register! If you’ve been waiting for the right moment, this is it.

Come spend two days surrounded by people who believe...
The work of early childhood matters.
The people doing that work matter.
And Mississippi’s children are worth investing in.

Join us in Starkville October 8–9.
https://www.mississippiearlychildhood.org/

09/10/2026

Some of the best things you bring home from a conference aren’t found in the handouts.

It’s the person you meet who says, “We’ve struggled with that too.”
The conversation over lunch.
The new contact who becomes a resource.
The reminder that you are part of something much bigger than your own classroom, center or community.

That’s what MsECA is about.

5 days remain to register.

🔗 https://www.mississippiearlychildhood.org/

09/09/2026

What will you take home?

💡 What if ONE idea you hear at conference changes something in your classroom, program, or community?

That is why we gather.

Not simply to earn hours.
Not simply to attend sessions.

We gather to learn from one another, recharge, make connections and go home better equipped to serve Mississippi’s children and families.

🚘 There are only 6 DAYS LEFT to register.

Who is riding to Starkville with you? Tag your conference road-trip buddy below! 👇

🔗 https://www.mississippiearlychildhood.org/

09/08/2026

YOU deserve this!

🚗 Early childhood professionals spend every day pouring into everyone else. This conference is a chance to pour something back into YOU.

Two days to learn. Connect. Laugh. Be encouraged. Find new ideas. Meet people who understand the work you do every single day.

If you’ve been saying, “I need to register…” — this is your reminder.

Register for the Mississippi Early Childhood Association Imagine Conference today.

📍 Starkville, MS
🗓 October 8–9
🔗 Register today: https://www.mississippiearlychildhood.org/

Tag an early childhood professional who deserves two days of encouragement and professional growth!

09/08/2026

Have you made your road trip packing list for the Mississippi Early Childhood Association Imagine Conference? MsECA is Giving Back!

As we gather at The Mill at MSU in Starkville, we’re inviting attendees to help us leave a little good behind in the communities and organizations connected to our time together.

This year, we’re collecting donations for Bully's Pantry at Mississippi State University, which helps meet food, personal care, and school-supply needs for MSU students, and for the Diaper Bank of the Delta, an organization we’re proud to highlight during our conference sessions.

🛒 Bring an item—or a few!—from either wish list with you to the conference. Every donation, large or small, is an opportunity for Mississippi’s early childhood community to care for children, families, students, and neighbors beyond the conference walls.

Take a look at the flyers for suggested donation items. Together, we can make our conference about more than what we take home—we can make it about what we give back.

09/05/2026

Mississippi Early Childhood has connected those working with young children and families for over 70 years! Join us at our 73d Annual Imagine Conference October 8-9! But don’t wait registration ends on September 15th!

09/01/2026

ATTENTION! Conference registration ends soon!
Mississippi Early Childhood Association Imagine Conference registration including membership closes on September 15th! Make sure you get registered today! We cannot wait to see you there October 8-9th in Starkville at The Mill at MSU!

08/29/2026

Please reach out if you are interested in joining us on the Executive Board!

Lead Forward

Lead with MsECA: Executive Board Opportunities
Make an impact in early childhood education by serving on the MsECA Executive Board.

Ideal Candidates:

Engaged in early childhood or related fields

Committed to leadership and service

Interested in shaping programs and partnerships

To learn more or express interest, contact Sheri Anders, Immediate Past President at [email protected].

08/24/2026

We are thrilled to welcome the Johnson Family as keynote speakers for the 73rd Annual MsECA Conference! Their story is one of early intervention, persistence, faith, music, and a family who never stopped believing.

You can find this incredible family's full story and conference details in the comments below.