Becoming an advocate for early childhood
When we have the opportunity to speak up for those who may not be able to speak for themselves, we can bring attention to the needs of the children and families we serve.
The Institute is coming to NYAEYC!
The New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute will be at the New York Association for the Education of Young Children’s annual conference in May!
“An incredible journey of learning”
Working in early childhood education and feeling responsible for the impact I make on young children and the partnerships and relationships I develop with families, I wanted to learn more to be a better leader.
Leading learning spaces for all learners
“Sometimes as leaders we feel like we need to have all the answers, but sometimes not having the answer and taking the time to ask the right questions can be so powerful.”
Nancy Klinger Memorial Scholarship awarded
Each year, the New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute honors a student enrolled in the Children’s Program Administrator Credential (CPAC) program at the CUNY School of Professional Studies with the Nancy Klinger Memorial Scholarship.
Staff recruitment funds available to New York State child care programs have doubled
The Office of Children and Family Services has DOUBLED the amount of grant funding available to eligible New York State child care programs through the Workforce Retention Grant.
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The Institute’s Jenna Pettinicchi and Cristina Medellin to Serve on the NYAEYC Governing Board
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Welcome to the Core Body of Knowledge Training and My Coaching Journey
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