Many Colors, One Canvas: MD ECE Conference - zoom/in-person

A lively professional development event for early childhood educators, featuring experts and collaborative sessions on inclusive, culturally responsive art experiences for young children of varied abilities and backgrounds.

Location - Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick, MD 21701

- Located steps from the scenic Carroll Creek Linear Park — enjoy landscaped walkways, public art and water lilies, numerous dining options along “Restaurant Row,” and the 40-block historic district.

Attendance options (All day or half day — each option provides 6 training hours)

• - Thursday, August 20, 2026: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• - Friday, August 21, 2026: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• - AM sessions: Thu 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM; Fri 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• - PM sessions: Thu 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM; Fri 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM

What’s included

• - Inspiring keynote presentations, hands-on workshops, networking, and a strong sense of community
• - 6-hour Core of Knowledge training certificate (2 hours Special Needs / 4 hours Curriculum)
• - An additional 6 hours of online training available to all conference participants
• - Lunch and refreshments for all attendees
• - Door prizes and a chance to win a $1,000 Classroom Makeover sponsored by ChildCareEd

Required training sessions (attendees must attend all) - Cultures in the Classroom - Color Outside the Lines: Art for All Abilities - The Language of Art Registration

- $299 Early-bird (Feb 17 – Mar 17) - $315 after Mar 17

- Training vouchers accepted — contact us if you need help applying for a voucher Approvals and credit

- MSDE conference approval number: CWO-164325V

- Receive 6 hours on the conference day plus a bonus 6 hours of online training Questions / Register

- Website: www.childcareed.com - Email: info@childcareed.com - Phone: (833) 283-2241 Register now to secure your spot!