Early Childhood Professional Learning (ECPL) invites you to explore professional learning opportunities and resources for the Illinois Early Childhood workforce, especially those working in state funded programs. These offerings reflect the latest evidence based practices in Early Childhood education and the latest adult learning theories.
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An upcoming workshop
When We See Children the Way We Are - Not the Way They Are
Friday, June 21, 2019
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Erikson Institute
451 N La Salle Dr
Chicago IL 60654
Register today!
Register before June 1, 2019, and receive $99 early-bird pricing!
Price increases to $115 after June 1, 2019.
Sharing A Vision 2019
October 2 - 4, 2019
Embassy Suites Hotel and Conference Center
East Peoria, IL
Registration is now open! Don't delay.
For registration questions, contact Tracy at conferences@ilstu.edu.
All other questions can be sent to Emily at dea-reilly@wiu.edu.
Visit hotel website.
STATE BOARD RELEASES EARLY CHILDHOOD BLOCK GRANT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
FY 2020 GRANT WILL INCREASE ACCESS TO EARLY CHILDHOOD SERVICES FOR CHILDREN FROM BIRTH TO AGE 5
Preschool for All and Preschool for All Expansion funding opportunities due at 4PM on June 10, 2019.
ECPL Workbench|Forums
What is the Early Childhood Professional Learning Workbench?
Join us at the Workbench to:
- Describe your role in early childhood education
- Use the Forums to ask questions, share ideas, or network with other early childhood educators
- Check out resources to support your work
- View upcoming professional learning opportunities
PFA and Expansion Program Administrators, Instructional Leaders, Parent Educators, Program Support Specialist, and Teachers are all welcome to join in our Forums.
