CT Association for the Education of Young Children

09/06/2026

🐝 Welcome, Miss Humblebee’s Academy!

We’re excited to welcome Miss Humblebee’s Academy as a vendor at the 2026 CTAEYC Annual Conference! 🎉

Be sure to stop by their table in the Exhibit Hall to say hello, learn more about their resources, and see what they have to offer early childhood educators and programs.

09/05/2026

🎉 Please join us in welcoming Access Health CT as a Bronze Sponsor of the 2026 CTAEYC Annual Conference!

We’re grateful for their support of this year’s conference and Connecticut’s early childhood community. 💛

Thank you, Access Health CT, for helping make this year’s conference possible! 👏

08/31/2026

If you have been waiting to register for the 2026 CTAEYC Annual Conference, time is running out.

Registration will close tomorrow night (Tuesday, Sept 1) so we can prepare to welcome everyone to the Mystic Marriott in just 3 weeks!

Registration: https://ctaeyc.regfox.com/2026-ctaeyc-annual-conference

08/27/2026

✨ 10/10 Moments at the CTAEYC Annual Conference

🛍️ Visiting the vendors and finding something you need for your classroom
💛 Meeting colleagues from across Connecticut
🎤 Hearing an inspiring keynote that gets you excited about the work
🍦 That afternoon ice cream break hitting just right
💡 Learning something you can actually use on Monday
🎁 Getting your hands on all the conference swag
😂 Laughing with your team at Trivia Night
👋 Running into someone you haven’t seen since last year’s conference
🏆 Winning a raffle or giveaway and feeling like you hit the jackpot
✨ Leaving Mystic reenergized, inspired, and ready for the year ahead

Will we see you there? Register by September 1 to save your seat! https://ctaeyc.regfox.com/2026-ctaeyc-annual-conference

08/26/2026

We Heard You… and We Extended Registration! 🎉

Over the past few days, we’ve heard from programs and educators who need just a little more time to register for the 2026 CTAEYC Annual Conference... so we’re giving it to you!

Conference registration has been extended through Tuesday, September 1!

We know that many programs are just beginning their new academic year, welcoming new staff, finalizing professional development plans, and working through September schedules and budgets. We also heard from educators who weren’t able to commit to the conference until September.

We want to make sure you have the opportunity to join us!

📅 NEW Registration Deadline: Tuesday, September 1
📍 CTAEYC Annual Conference | September 24–26 | Mystic, CT
🎓 Scholarships are still available!

If you’ve been meaning to register, this is your extra chance... but September 1 will be the final deadline.

Come learn, connect, and celebrate Connecticut’s early childhood community with us in Mystic. We can’t wait to see you!

08/25/2026

🎉 FLASH SALE: Trivia Night! 🎉

Looking for a little fun after a full day of learning at the CTAEYC Annual Conference? Grab your team and join us for Trivia Night on Friday, September 25!

For a limited time, we’re offering special flash sale pricing:

⭐ CTAEYC Members: $30
⭐ Non-Members: $40

Sale ends September 7!

Join us for an evening of trivia, friendly competition, laughs, and a chance to connect with fellow early childhood professionals outside of the conference sessions.

Already registered for the conference but didn't add Trivia Night? You can still join the fun!

🗓️ Friday, September 25
📍 Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa
🎟️ Flash Sale: Now–September 7

Don’t miss the deal—or the fun. Get your Trivia Night ticket today! Link: https://ctaeyc.regfox.com/inspire-engage-connect-2026-evening-events

08/24/2026

Have you registered yet?
Link: https://ctaeyc.regfox.com/inspire-engage-connect-2026-evening-events

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08/20/2026

Strong relationships with families start with trust, connection, and communication.

Join Elizabeth Bullard for S27: Building Trust and Connection with Families at the 2026 CTAEYC Annual Conference!

This session will explore practical strategies for strengthening communication, building trust and rapport, navigating challenging family dynamics, and creating collaborative relationships that support better outcomes for children and families.

✨ Build stronger connections. Strengthen family partnerships. Take home tools you can use in your work right away.

08/20/2026

Leadership Day Spotlight: Beyond the Newsletter: Family Engagement

Presented by Jo Lopez-Lynch

Ready to take family engagement beyond newsletters and apps? Join Jo Lopez-Lynch to explore practical, culturally responsive strategies for building authentic partnerships with families. Discover meaningful ways to strengthen home–school connections, build trust, promote inclusion, and support the whole child.

Participants will leave with practical ideas they can put into action right away to strengthen collaboration with the families they serve.

🌎 Presented in English with Spanish interpretation available.

08/20/2026

Which classic toy's slogan was "You put your right foot in..."?

A. Twister
B. Simon
C. Bop It
D. Skip-It

Get ready to laugh, cheer on your teammates, and maybe even learn a thing or two! Our Big Quiz Thing Trivia Night is designed for everyone—with categories ranging from music, movies, television, pop culture, history, sports, and early childhood education. You don't have to know all the answers—that's what teammates are for!

Whether you come with friends or join a team when you arrive, Trivia Night is one of the best ways to connect with fellow educators, meet new people, and enjoy some friendly competition after a full day of learning. Expect lots of laughs, plenty of surprises, and a few questions that will have everyone saying, "I know this one!"

No pressure. No homework. Just a fun night with great people! Register: https://ctaeyc.regfox.com/inspire-engage-connect-2026-evening-events

Answer: A. Twister