Welcome to HAAEYC!
The Houston Area Association for the Education of Young Children (HAAEYC) is one of the largest chapter affiliates of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), a national organization comprised of early care and education professionals. Our mission is to promote and support high quality care and education for young children through improved professional practice and broadened public awareness. A nonprofit, volunteer organization, HAAEYC is governed by a 16 member board elected by the membership.
HAAEYC Concentrates its efforts on four major areas:
- Program: Plans a broad range of educational opportunities, including two major annual conferences for early care and educational professionals
- Outreach: Targets public policy, advocacy and community outreach
- Membership: Focuses on member recruitment and services
- Organizational Support: Manages the finance and staff of the organization
LATEST NEWS AND INFORMATION
Call for Proposals and Exhibitor Packets for Spring 2009 Retreat and Conference - Moody Gardens, Galveston, TX
HAAEYC is accepting proposals and exhibitor registration for the Spring 2009 Conference scheduled for April 17-18 at Moody Gardens in Galveston. Please download the appropriate form(s) below:
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Stay tuned for more information related to the retreat & conference!
2008 Pre-K Now Satellite Conference
The Texas Early Childhood Education Coalition (TECEC), United Ways of Texas, and United Way Bright Beginnings/ United Way of Greater Houston are partnering with Pre-K Now to organize the fourth annual satellite conference. This year the theme is “Breaking Down Barriers to Quality Pre-K.”
The event will take place on WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2008.The satellite conference will be held from 12:00 to 3:00pm CT. PBS senior correspondent Ray Suarez, of the PBS NewsHour, will host this year's conference.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
The 2009 Everyday Hero Award
Presented by the Community Collaborations Council 
Ten years ago, a community collaborative was formed, comprised of several different community organizations that share a commitment to improving the lives of children and families in Houston. We gather each year with a luncheon and forum that inspires and educates individuals on an important and relevant facet of family life in our area.
In addition to providing an educational forum, the Community Collaborations Council honors an individual who has made a significant contribution to the advancement of children and/or their lives with the Everyday Hero Award.
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE 2009 EVERYDAY HERO NOMINATION FORM.
HAAEYC launches job board and career center!
The HAAEYC Job Board and Career Center is a great way to stay connected to the latest jobs in the early childhood field. Employers can post jobs, view resumes and more! If you are seeking a job in the early childhood field, post your resume and view the available positions.
VISIT THE JOB BOARD AND CAREER CENTER TODAY!