Vermont Association for the Education of Young Children

The Vermont Association for the Education of Young Children (VTAEYC) will host early childhood educators from across Vermont at the 2026 Early Childhood Education Annual Conference. This event offers engaging breakout sessions, inspiring keynote presentations, and meaningful networking opportunities that give participants the opportunity to deepen their practice, strengthen their leadership, and connect with resources, peers, and community partners. This year’s conference theme, Connected Minds, Connected Hearts: Where Relationships, Care, and Learning Meet, boldly centers the power of connection in early childhood education. Sessions will explore social emotional learning and behavior, neurodiversity affirming practice, developmentally appropriate environments and curriculum, and connected leadership, equipping educators with practical strategies to build inclusive, responsive spaces where every child and every educator can thrive.