Minnesota Association for Family and Early Education (MNAFEE) helps members succeed.
- MNAFEE's mission is to promote, advocate for, and strengthen parenting education, Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE), and early childhood programming in public schools.
- MNAFEE leads advocacy on policies impacting the future of parent education and early childhood education. We work towards sustainable funding and thoughtful policy making.
That's a Wrap!
MNAFEE Conference 2025!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for this year's Annual MNAFEE Conference, "Finding Joy! ...with a Little Help from Your Friends." The event was a tremendous success, bringing together passionate early childhood educators from across the region who shared insights, renewed connections, and rediscovered the spark that drives our important work.
"I left with energy and new ideas for my classroom," one returning attendee said. "Being with this community was exactly what I needed after a tough year."
Another participant echoed this sentiment: "The workshops on collaborative teaching practices were exceptional, but the informal conversations between sessions might have been even more valuable. There's something powerful about being surrounded by people who truly understand the joys and challenges of early childhood education."
We hope you all departed with renewed inspiration and practical strategies to implement in your settings. The power of our community was on full display, reminding us all of the incredible impact we make when we support one another in this vital work of early childhood education.
Mark your calendars for upcoming MNAFEE Annual Conferences:
🔹 April 22–24, 2026
🔹 April 14–16, 2027
The Parent Education Core Curriculum Framework (PECCF) is now available! This comprehensive resource, developed by MNAFEE, offers parent educators a structured approach to curriculum planning and implementation. The framework provides essential guidance for creating meaningful, effective parent education programs that respond to diverse family needs.
Visit our professional resources page to download your copy of the PECCF and begin enhancing your parent education initiatives today!
The Parent Education Core Curriculum Framework (PECCF) is now available! This comprehensive resource, developed by MNAFEE, offers parent educators a structured approach to curriculum planning and implementation. The framework provides essential guidance for creating meaningful, effective parent education programs that respond to diverse family needs.
Visit our professional resources page to download your copy of the PECCF and begin enhancing your parent education initiatives today!
Did you know that volunteers are vital to supporting MNAFEE's shared vision for our profession now and in the future?
The work of MNAFEE doesn't just happen. There are a number of committees working behind the scenes.
There’s no better time than now to join MNAFEE as a volunteer! Whether you are a MNAFEE member, early childhood or parent education student, current, or retired professional - all are welcome. As a volunteer, you can use your time and talents when you can, and have FUN! As a volunteer, no commitment is too small.
Learn how you can help and support the mission and vision of MNAFEE through working on a committee.
The work of MNAFEE doesn't just happen. There are a number of committees working behind the scenes.
There’s no better time than now to join MNAFEE as a volunteer! Whether you are a MNAFEE member, early childhood or parent education student, current, or retired professional - all are welcome. As a volunteer, you can use your time and talents when you can, and have FUN! As a volunteer, no commitment is too small.
Learn how you can help and support the mission and vision of MNAFEE through working on a committee.
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MNAFEE provides the opportunity to become a member as a school district or as an individual.
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We are thrilled to announce that MNAFEE has been awarded the 2024 Community Education Partner of the Year by the Minnesota Community Education Association (MCEA)! This award celebrates MNAFEE’s dedication to advancing Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) and our ongoing support for families and educators throughout Minnesota.
A huge thank you to everyone who contributes to making a difference in our communities. We’re honored by this recognition and look forward to continuing our work together!
See the photos above of Michelle Berscheid and Betty Cook accepting the award at the MCEA Annual Conference. Read more about the award and MNAFEE’s impact on early education in Minnesota in our full article.
A huge thank you to everyone who contributes to making a difference in our communities. We’re honored by this recognition and look forward to continuing our work together!
See the photos above of Michelle Berscheid and Betty Cook accepting the award at the MCEA Annual Conference. Read more about the award and MNAFEE’s impact on early education in Minnesota in our full article.
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