Join us for the MNAFEE Annual Family & Early Childhood Education Conference
This year’s conference theme, Finding Joy! …with a Little Help from Your Friends, celebrates the power of community, collaboration, and the joy that comes from supporting one another. As we gather together, we’ll explore how we can spark joy in our work, our classrooms, and our families—while connecting with others who share the same passion for early childhood education. Join us to be inspired, uplifted, and reminded of the incredible impact we can make when we lean on each other.
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Registration is now CLOSED: MNAFEE Conference 2025! The moment you've been waiting for has arrived! The MNAFEE Family & Early Childhood Education Conference - the most important three days of professional development for Minnesota early childhood professionals. Join us to:
As MNAFEE Board Co-Chairs Sara Chovin and Julie Ritter explain: "This year's conference theme celebrates the power of community, collaboration, and the joy that comes from supporting one another. As we gather together, we'll explore how we can spark joy in our work, our classrooms, and our families—while connecting with others who share the same passion for early childhood education." Be inspired, uplifted, and reminded of the incredible impact we make when we lean on each other. |
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Conference schedules at a glance
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Download the conference-at-a-glance schedule with room assignments for each session to easily plan your day.
📅 WEDNESDAY, April 9th Pre-Conference Update for Tonight Please check your email for an important message regarding a change to this evening’s Pre-Conference plans. While our speaker is unable to join us due to illness, we’re still gathering for light dinner and networking! Full details here: https://secure.smore.com/n/md7c0z/preview Thanks for your understanding—we’re looking forward to connecting with you!
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Why should you attend the annual MNAFEE conference?
Get ready to connect, learn, and grow at our annual conference, where early childhood professionals gather to share insights, exchange ideas, and celebrate our community's achievements.
- Network with peers and experts in the field.
- Enhance your professional skills and knowledge.
- Stay updated on the latest trends and research.
- Connect with influential leaders in early childhood education.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of an inspiring and empowering event.
- Network with peers and experts in the field.
- Enhance your professional skills and knowledge.
- Stay updated on the latest trends and research.
- Connect with influential leaders in early childhood education.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of an inspiring and empowering event.
Keynote Speakers
Pre Conference Keynote
Wednesday, April 9 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Dr. Ramon Pastrano
Mindsets and Strategies for Cultivating equitable and Inclusive Cultures for Early Education
Learn more about Dr. Pastrano's keynote presentation.
CANCELLED - Pre-Conference Update for Tonight
Please check your email for an important message regarding a change to this evening’s Pre-Conference plans. While our speaker is unable to join us due to illness, we’re still gathering for light dinner and networking!
Full details here: https://secure.smore.com/n/md7c0z/preview
Thanks for your understanding—we’re looking forward to connecting with you!
Pre Conference Keynote
Wednesday, April 9 - 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Dillon White - @dadchats on TikTok
Please check your email for an important message regarding a change to this evening’s Pre-Conference plans. While our speaker is unable to join us due to illness, we’re still gathering for light dinner and networking!
Full details here: https://secure.smore.com/n/md7c0z/preview
Thanks for your understanding—we’re looking forward to connecting with you!
Pre Conference Keynote
Wednesday, April 9 - 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Dillon White - @dadchats on TikTok
Conference Keynote
Thursday, April 10 - 9:30 to 9:45 a.m.
Dr. Philip David Zelazo
Investing in the Early Years: The Science of Strong Start Executive Function Skills: Foundation for Learning and Adaptation
Learn more about Dr. Zelazo's keynote presentation.
Conference Keynote
Friday, April 11 -
Linnea Devine
The Holding Space therapy - will be discussing compassion fatigue and burnout
Learn more about Linnea's keynote presentation.