KAECECON 2025 Presentation Schedule Is Now Live!

We’re thrilled to announce that the official presentation schedule for KAECECON 2025—the annual conference hosted by the Kentucky Association for Early Childhood Education—is now available! This year's conference, “Rise Up To The Power of Play,” takes place on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the BCTC Newtown Campus in Lexington, KY.

One Incredible Day of Learning & Networking

• Earn up to 6 ECE-TRIS continuing education hours through hands-on, play-focused sessions KY Assoc. for Early Childhood Education

• Network with fellow early childhood educators—share ideas, strategies, and inspiration

• Connect with exhibitors showcasing the latest tools, materials, and resources in the field

Theme: Rise Up To The Power of Play

Play isn’t just fun—it’s essential. At KAECECON 2025, we’re shining a spotlight on how intentional play fosters exploration, creativity, and problem-solving. Our goal: empower educators to integrate meaningful play into every corner of their classroom.

Sample Sessions from the Schedule

This year's schedule features over 20 different topics and emphases to choose from ranging in application whether you are a classroom teacher or program administrator.

(Here’s a snapshot of some of our presentations to give you an idea of what your day could look like at KAECECON 2025... Check the full schedule on the KAECE website!

Time	Session Title	Description
8:00 – 8:45 AM	Welcome & Keynote: Power of Play	Start your day with an energizing keynote on play-based learning
9:00 – 10:00 AM	Playful Literacy	Techniques to weave literacy into playful activities
10:15 – 11:15 AM	STEM Through Sensory Play	Hands‑on tips for early science and math
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM	Social‑Emotional Learning via Play	Support emotional development through cooperative play
12:30 – 1:15 PM	Lunch / Exhibit Hall Networking	Recharge and connect over boxed lunches
1:15 – 2:15 PM	Inclusive Play Environments	Creating spaces where every child belongs
2:30 – 3:30 PM	Outdoor & Nature‑Based Play	Outdoor-inspired ideas for engaging young learners
3:45 – 4:15 PM	The Future of Play	Reflections and strategies for bringing play home

What You Should Know

• Earn 6 ECE‑TRIS CE hours by participating in sessions throughout the day.

• Two ticket options available:

  • Conference-only: $65 (+ $1.63 processing fee)

  • Conference + box lunch: $80 (+ $2 processing fee)

• Venue: Bluegrass Community & Technical College, Newtown Campus500 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY 40508

Why You Should Attend

• Expand your toolkit with practical, play-based techniques you can immediately use in your classroom

• Stay on top of best practices, from literacy and STEM integration to social‑emotional and inclusive learning

• Build professional connections, whether you're collaborating with colleagues or chatting with exhibitors

Learn More & Get Your Ticket

Visit the official KAECECON 2025 page for full schedule details, speaker bios, exhibitor lists, and ticketing info: “Rise Up To The Power of Play” on the KAECE site.

Join us for a day of inspiration, growth, and renewal as we Rise Up To The Power of Play at KAECECON 2025. Let’s celebrate play and its critical role in building strong foundations for our youngest learners. We can’t wait to see you there!