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"My
initial years in a K-2 elementary building were made much
smoother because of the training and support from the local
membership."
"I
have always included my membership in my resumes. I think that
makes a statement
about my sense of professionalism."
"It
will open up a whole new world of opportunities and information
for you to grow
professionally."
"Join!
It's a great value. The journals, Beacon, public policy alerts
and
reduced conference rates can't be beat. It's a superb
professional organization."
Join
Michigan AEYC
online
at NAEYC
Affiliate
Chapters
Membership
Dues, Categories and
Benefits
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a membership form (PDF)
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membership information
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Professional Development
Annual
conferences and frequent seminars address your needs as a
professional working with young children. Formal
presentations and informal networking, valuable workshops,
and educational exhibits provide you with new ideas and
contacts. Attendance at local, state, Midwest and National
AEYC conferences keeps you up-to-date. Through association
publications and conferences, you gain knowledge and skills
that enhance your potential for employment and
promotion.
Beacon and Young
Children
Stay
current with news, events, legislation, and people around
the state with MiAEYC's newsletter, Beacon. Be informed
about innovative classroom practices, issues in early
childhood education, research, and reviews with Young
Children, NAEYC's journal.
Month of the Young
Child®
Each
April, Michigan communities, organizations and individuals
recognize the needs of children and their families through
MOYC® activities. MiAEYC invites you to join
in this celebration.
Grant Programs
You can
apply for grants ranging from $100 to $1,500 through four
separate AEYC programs.
Michigan Wolf Trap
Program
This
artist-in-residence program teaches children basic academic
and life skills through active participation in performing
arts activities, and trains teachers through the practical
application of these techniques. MiAEYC invites you to call
for additional information.
Legislative Updates
MiAEYC
keeps you informed of relevant legislation and actively
advocates positions beneficial to young children, their
families and early childhood professionals.
Affiliations
You are
encouraged to join AEYC through an affiliate chapter, and to
take advantage of local programs and benefits. You will
automatically become a member of the Michigan Association
for the Education of Young Children and the National
Association for the Education of Young Children.
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