Save the Date for the 2026 MNAFEE Annual Family & Early Childhood Education Conference
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We’re excited to announce the dates for the 2026 MNAFEE Annual Conference — mark your calendars for April 22–24, 2026! This inspiring event will take place at the St. Cloud River’s Edge Convention Center, a beautiful riverside location perfect for learning, connecting, and recharging with early childhood professionals from across Minnesota. Whether you’ve attended in the past or this will be your first time, the MNAFEE Conference is a can’t-miss opportunity to gather new ideas, share experiences, and celebrate the impactful work happening in our field. Stay tuned for more details as we get closer—but for now, save those dates and start looking forward to another year of learning together! |
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.
Call for Presentations: MNAFEE's 40th Annual Conference
April 22–24, 2026
St. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center
Making an Impact Together: Shaping Early Childhood Culture
St. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center
Making an Impact Together: Shaping Early Childhood Culture
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We're excited to celebrate a major milestone — the 40th Annual MNAFEE Conference! This year's conference will focus on practical strategies to build positive culture in early childhood settings — where staff feel valued, children thrive, and families are supported. We're Seeking Passionate Presenters Are you doing innovative work in early childhood education? Do you have insights, strategies, or experiences that could inspire and empower others? We want to hear from you! We're looking for workshop leaders who are eager to share ideas that inspire, connect, and spark meaningful change in our field. |
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Why Present at MNAFEE?
professionals strengthen their practice and programs.
your passion for early childhood education.
the field.
childhood education in Minnesota. Session Formats
Workshops 1.5-hour sessions offered Thursday morning, Thursday afternoon, and Friday morning. Need more time for your presentation? Let us know in your proposal — we're happy to accommodate extended sessions when appropriate. CPL Discussions (Connect, Ponder, Learn) 1-hour informal conversations that encourage dialogue and peer learning These sessions are perfect for:
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Topics We're Looking For
We welcome proposals in a variety of areas, including: Child Development & Well-Being
Family Engagement
Leadership & Program Quality
Community & Advocacy
Professional Standards
Don't see your topic listed? We're open to innovative ideas that align with our conference theme! |
Questions?
Contact us at [email protected] — we're here to help you craft a great proposal!
We can't wait to see what you'll bring to our 40th anniversary celebration. Together, we'll make an impact that shapes the future of early childhood education in Minnesota.