With deep cuts proposed in Governor Brown’s May Revision, there is no better time to strengthen and unify our voice by attending the annual Early Learning Advocacy Day in Sacramento.

We are excited to announce that Tom Torlakson, State Superintendent of Public Instruction, will be joining us as well as Mary Beth Salomone Testa, Early Care and Education Consortium.

Additional Speakers will include:

• Dan Walters, Sacramento Bee
  
• Rachel Ehlers, Legislative Analyst's Office
  
• Senator Carol Liu (Invited)
  
• Assemblymember Holly Mitchell (Invited)
  
• Assemblymember Susan Bonilla (Invited)

Co-sponsored by PACE, CCDAA and CAEYC, the all-day event will provide participants with the opportunity to meet with state legislators, network with other early learning advocates and learn about critical policy issues, including quality improvement efforts, child care licensing and transitional kindergarten.

Schedule of Events
Thursday, June 7, 2012
8:00 am - Registration
9:00 am - 12:00 pm - Orientation
12:30 pm - Visits to the Capitol
(A boxed lunch is provided) 

Last year's Advocacy Day drew more then 210 participants from across California. Parents, teachers, business leaders and other advocates gathered at the State Capitol to advocate for high-quality early and education (ECE). Participants met with more than 100 lawmakers or their staff members to explain how ECE benefits their children, families and neighborhoods. 

Support for this event provided through a donation from Californians for the Support of Early Education (CSEE).

New CAEYC Member Benefits

Here at CAEYC we strive to provide you the best service, education, and products that come with your membership. That is why we are excited to announce two new member benefits, just for you!

Readleaf Press

Redleaf Press is offering CAEYC members a 15% discount on every order. Enhance your early childhood professional development library with Redleaf Press curriculum, management, and business resource books and materials.

A discount code is required to take advantage of this special offer. Join CAEYC Today!

GEICO Insurance Member Discount

Today, more than ever, it truly pays to be a member of CAEYC. GEICO and CAEYC have worked together to bring you an exclusive savings opportunity on car insurance. New GEICO policyholders report average annual savings of $500, and you could save more when you mention your CAEYC affiliation. And once you’re a GEICO policyholder, you’ll receive prompt, professional service 24/7. GEICO is also able to help you find great rates on homeowners, renters, umbrella, and even motorcycle coverage.

Take advantage of your CAEYC discount and find out how much GEICO could save you GEIC! Contact GEICO today to receive your free quote.

***Revenue is paid to CAEYC for each free insurance quote requested by a CAEYC member. All proceeds support CAEYC's Awards and Grants program that helps provide professional growth, educational support and encourage members to continually strive for excellence with young children.***

For additional CAEYC Member Benefits, click here

We hope you enjoyed your time at the 2012 Annual Conference & Expo as we all learned, laughed and connected with one another. We are looking forward to seeing you at the March 2013 Conference & Expo in San Jose, CA.

The CAEYC Conference website is still available for viewing Conference Sponsors, Exhibitors, and downloading Presenter handouts.

Relive the Memories!

CAEYC would like to thank Sami Roy Photography for capturing the energy of the 2012 Annual Conference & Expo.

Click here to view additional photos in the 2012 CAEYC Conference Gallery. Use password: caeycsd

On behalf of the Nominations and Elections Committee, we are pleased to announce the results for the positions of Vice President and Treasurer for the CAEYC Board of Directors.

Based on the votes of the membership of CAEYC, Shu-Chen Jenny Yen was elected Vice President and Kathy Thompson was elected Treasurer. Both Shu-Chen and Kathy will bring a sense of energy, commitment, and knowledge to CAEYC.

As a preview for next year, it is not too soon to be thinking about individuals for the next nomination and election process. Starting in September 2012, the Nominations and Elections Committee will be recruiting candidates for the positions of President-Elect and Secretary.

Begin thinking about who you will nominate for these two important positions on the CAEYC Board of Directors.

More information will be coming to you this Fall about the responsibilities of these two board positions.