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What's going on in the world of Early Childhood Education in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.


Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence: KAECE Congratulates the Council for Professional Recognition!
The Kentucky Association for Early Childhood Education (KAECE) extends its warmest congratulations to the Council for Professional...
6 days ago3 min read
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KAECE Joins In Celebrating 60 Years of Head Start: A Cornerstone of Early Childhood Education in Kentucky
This year marks a significant milestone in the landscape of early childhood education: the 60th Anniversary of Head Start! The Kentucky...
May 203 min read
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Impact of Recent Kentucky Storms on Early Childhood Education Centers and Schools
The severe weather system that struck Kentucky unfolded over the weekend of May 16-19, 2025, with a significant tornado outbreak...
May 198 min read
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Kentucky's Shining Stars at SECA: Leadership, Legacy, and Future Connections!
KAECE was very well represented at the recent SECA Annual Conference in Houston, Texas! Houston, Texas, recently played host to the...
Apr 32 min read
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A Shining Star: KAECE'S Own Kathy Attaway Receives SECA's Outstanding Member Award
We at KAECE are bursting with pride to share some truly wonderful news! Our very own Vice President, Kathy Attaway, has been honored with...
Mar 311 min read
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KAECECON 2025: We Are Now Accepting Call For Proposal Applications Now - March 31, 2025
We are receiving Call for Propsal Applications now through March 31, 2025 for our upcoming KAECECON 2025 Event in September.
Feb 62 min read
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Save the Date: KAECECON: Rise Up 2025 Set For September 20th in Lexington
Save the Date KAECECON Rise Up 2025 September 20, 2025 The Annual Conference You Can’t Miss! The Kentucky Association for Early Childhood...
Jan 282 min read
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Unveiling the Next Chapter: Meet Stacey Holmes, Newly Elected President of KAECE
Stacey Holmes to begin her term as new President of KAECE.
Jan 272 min read
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Exploring Hispanic Heritage: 10 Ways Early Childhood Educators Can Celebrate Diversity During Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month is a wonderful opportunity to engage in cultural education, helping expand your kids' understanding of others.
Oct 2, 20242 min read
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Exciting News from KAECE: Unveiling the KAECECON 2024 Conference Schedule!
Professional development opportunities are knocking at your door as KAECE unleashes the anticipated Conference schedule for KAECECON...
Jul 17, 20242 min read
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Calling All Kentucky Early Childhood Educators: Nominate Now for SECA Annual Awards!
Dear Kentucky Association for Early Childhood Educators (KAECE) Members, As champions of early childhood education in the Commonwealth,...
Jun 11, 20243 min read
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"How to Encourage Kids to Get Involved in National Children's Gardening Week 2024"
Calling all gardeners! It's your week to shine! National Gardening Week is underway! National Children's Gardening Week is an annual...
May 28, 20242 min read
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Registration Is Now Open For KAECECON 2024
Dear Early Childhood Education Professionals, We are thrilled to invite you to the third annual KAECECON, returning to the beautiful BCTC...
May 1, 20242 min read
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KAECECON 2024 Update: Window Reopened for Calls For Proposals
Attention Early Childhood Education Professionals! We’re thrilled to announce that the Kentucky Association for Early Childhood Education...
Apr 23, 20241 min read
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KAECE President, Dr. Maria Rutherford, Weighs In On Universal Pre-Kindergarten.
Dr. Maria Rutherford sat down with WEKU Radio to discuss a growing notion of providing universal pre-Kindergarten in the Commonwealth...
Mar 1, 20241 min read
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