Give to the Max Day – Support Minnesota’s Early Learning Community
Together, we can make a difference! Your donation helps MNAFEE support early childhood professionals through quality educational programs—strengthening families and communities across Minnesota. Donate today!
Together, we can make a difference! Your donation helps MNAFEE support early childhood professionals through quality educational programs—strengthening families and communities across Minnesota. Donate today!
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.
MNAFEE's 40th Annual Conference
Making an Impact Together: Shaping Early Childhood Culture April 22–24, 2026 St. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center |
Join us for a milestone celebration! We're seeking dynamic presenters to share practical strategies for building positive culture in early childhood settings — where staff feel valued, children thrive, and families are supported.
Share Your Expertise Present a workshop or lead an informal CPL Discussion (Connect, Ponder, Learn) on topics like:
Why present? Inspire others, expand your network, and be part of MNAFEE's 40-year legacy! Deadline: January 31, 2026 Learn More Submit Your Proposal |
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NEW: Successful Learners Logo Now Available
We've updated our branding to reflect a broader vision for early childhood education—one that aligns with MDE's Successful Learner Equation and celebrates the development of the whole child. Download the new Successful Learners logo and access all MNAFEE marketing materials. View Marketing Resources → |
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.
Providing practical and accessible professional resources to strengthen the leadership skills of members.
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MNAFEE provides the opportunity to become a member as a school district or as an individual.
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