Wisconsin Early Childhood Association (WECA) is a statewide, nonprofit organization serving as a professional association whose members care for and educate Wisconsin's children, aged birth to eight. We are an affiliate of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

WECA works to build a foundation for a lifetime of learning for Wisconsin's young children by promoting
excellence in early education programs, supporting professionalism among our members, and calling for a
greater public investment in our future.


Events

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February 9, 2012

Join us for the 5th Annual Goodnight Moon! A celebration and fundraiser to support quality early education for all. Hosted by Carleen Wild, NBC15 news anchor, with special guest Dr. Richie Davidson, a world-renowned pioneer in brain research, speaking on mindfulness and its impact on young children. Purchase Tickets Online




New from WECA

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YoungStar, the child care quality rating and improvement system, has passed in Wisconsin! Click here to VIEW our archived YoungStar webinar series, find YoungStar training opportunities here, and find a listing of YoungStar resources here

Need help figuring out how you can meet the educational qualifications section of YoungStar? Click here to learn about our NEW, free professional development planning service.

Read WECA's newest research publication: Child Care Professionals in 2010: The View From Wisconsin. A comprehensive look at the strengths, trends, and needs of the child care workforce.

Read WECA's policy brief series, Pathways... to Early Childhood Higher Education: 1) Credit for Prior Learning 2) Attracting, Supporting and Retaining a Qualified Workforce 3) The Current Status of Wisconsin's Child Care Workforce

Want information on proposed and passed legislative changes for Wisconsin child care providers? Visit our blog that is focused on early childhood issues, policy, and funding.

Download our 2010 Annual Report here.