Early Bird Registration deadline extended to April 15
We’re nearing the end of early registration for the highly anticipated 2024 National Association for Family Child Care Conference comes to a close. Join us in St. Louis from July 25th to July 27th, for a dynamic gathering of family child care educators, champions, policymakers, and industry leaders from across the nation.
Don’t Miss Pre-Conference + Special Events
Start your conference journey with our exciting pre-conference sessions on July 24th. These workshops offer valuable insights and tools to enhance your skills in family child care, setting the stage for a successful and fulfilling conference experience. These pre-conference events include:
- Ignite Leadership Track: Leadership Day & Luncheon
- Building the Momentum for PreK in Family Child Care
- Strengthening Business Practices – Train-the-Trainer
- 2024 NAFCC Pre-Conference Observer Training
- 2024 NAFCC Pre-Conference Accreditation Quality Ambassador
One highlight of the conference is the special events lineup, including the Leaders Shaping Leaders Graduation and Gallery Walk, Exhibit Hall Celebration, and the Friday Evening Toast to Quality. Main sessions include speakers from Fred Rogers Production, the Child Care for Every Family Network, and NAFCC FCC affiliates. These events will provide valuable networking opportunities and celebrate the dedication and achievements of family child care educators.
“As someone who played a significant role in the behind-the-scenes planning, I can confidently say that last year’s conference was a resounding success, and you won’t want to miss all that we have planned for the 2024 conference,” said Dezire’e Mattocks, Director of Professional Development. “This conference is instrumental and important for family child care (FCC) educators nationwide. Last year we saw a remarkable turnout, with more than 1,000 attendees from across the country and globe, 146 workshops, and 56 exhibitors ringing endorsement of the importance of FCC. You want to ensure you are in the number this year.”
Sponsor the NAFCC Conference
At NAFCC, our mission is to support and leverage a nationwide network of educators and partners to expand and promote the power of family child care. With a reach of more than 32,000 NAFCC members across every state, our annual conference brings together more than 1000 educators from across the country. As a conference sponsor or exhibitor, you’ll have the opportunity to reach our extensive network and make a lasting impact on the family child care community.
This year we are proud to announce Fred Rogers Production as one of our esteemed sponsors for the NAFCC Conference 2024. Fred exemplifies our commitment to quality early childhood education, and we invite you to join us in supporting this important cause. Secure your sponsorship or exhibitor space now to showcase your brand to a diverse audience of family child care educators and professionals. To discuss sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities or if you have any questions, please contact Dezire’e Mattocks at dmattocks@nafcc.org. Sponsorship levels start at $5,000 and go up to $25,000.
Scholarships for Missouri FCC educators
NAFCC is also providing a special scholarship opportunity for Family Home Child Care (FHCC) educators in St. Louis, Missouri to attend the conference. Sign up here by June 1 or until slots are filled. Choose from one of the following scholarship opportunities:
- Educators who want to attend conference Friday and Saturday (full scholarship valued at $167)
- Educators who want to attend the entire conference July 25- July 27 (partial scholarship valued at $167)
NAFCC remains dedicated to supporting and leveraging a nationwide network of educators and partners to expand and promote the power of family child care. Join us at the 2024 NAFCC Conference and be a part of this exciting opportunity to learn, connect, and collaborate towards a brighter future for early childhood education.
Don’t forget to register before early bird registration ends on April 15. We can’t wait to see you at the 2024 NAFCC Conference!
