Meetings and events

Upcoming events

ECCLA hosts a variety of meetings, trainings, and groups throughout the year. Though most of our offerings are to support Council staff, we occasionally host trainings or groups that are open to the community.

Please reach out if you have questions about any upcoming events.

Mar
27

North Consultative Roles Convening

ECCLA is excited to announce five upcoming regional convenings designed to bring together Early Childhood Professionals in Consultative Roles. This includes Coaches, Navigators, Licensing Specialists, etc. These gatherings offer a valuable opportunity for networking, learning, and strengthening connections across the state. Colorado’s early childhood professionals deserve the best support, and these convenings are a key part of ensuring that everyone stays informed, engaged, and connected.

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Please contact Stephanie Martin (stephanie@ecclacolorado.org) with questions about this event.

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Apr
2

Northwest Consultative Roles Convening

ECCLA is excited to announce five upcoming regional convenings designed to bring together Early Childhood Professionals in Consultative Roles. This includes Coaches, Navigators, Licensing Specialists, etc. These gatherings offer a valuable opportunity for networking, learning, and strengthening connections across the state. Colorado’s early childhood professionals deserve the best support, and these convenings are a key part of ensuring that everyone stays informed, engaged, and connected.

RSVP

Please contact Stephanie Martin (stephanie@ecclacolorado.org) with questions about this event.

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Apr
8

Policy Pathways Action Lab

COAEYC & ECCLA invite you to our Policy Pathways Action Lab, a free quarterly series where learning meets doing.

Together, we’ll move from "what's happening" to "what we can do about it?" Each session, we learn about a key issue and then roll up our sleeves in a strategic working session. With facilitator guidance, you'll collaborate with peers on an action item.

Walk away with a new skill and a concrete step taken for Colorado's early childhood community.

Register here.

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Apr
15

Metro Consultative Roles Convening

Live translation available in Spanish and Arabic as requested by 3/15 at the Metro Convening at RMECC on 4/15.

Attendees will receive a discount for RMECC registration for Thursday, April 16.

ECCLA is excited to announce five upcoming regional convenings designed to bring together Early Childhood Professionals in Consultative Roles. This includes Coaches, Navigators, Licensing Specialists, etc. These gatherings offer a valuable opportunity for networking, learning, and strengthening connections across the state. Colorado’s early childhood professionals deserve the best support, and these convenings are a key part of ensuring that everyone stays informed, engaged, and connected.

RSVP

Please contact Stephanie Martin (stephanie@ecclacolorado.org) with questions about this event.

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Colorado Statewide Early Childhood Virtual Job Fair (Second Annual!)
Apr
29

Colorado Statewide Early Childhood Virtual Job Fair (Second Annual!)

Are you interested in a career in early childhood education? The virtual Colorado Early Childhood Education Job Fair hosted by TEACH Colorado, the Colorado Department of Education, and ECCLA returns in 2026! This is a great opportunity for early childhood professionals seeking a new job, and early learning programs and organizations that are hiring new staff.

This free, online event gives job seekers the chance to connect with early childhood employers from across Colorado and apply for open positions on the spot.

Whether you’re an aspiring teacher, an experienced early childhood professional, or interested in substitute roles, this event is a great opportunity to explore your options.

Colorado Early Childhood Education Job Fair

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Location: Virtual

Job seeker registration
Employer registration

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Jul
8

Policy Pathways Action Lab

COAEYC & ECCLA invite you to our Policy Pathways Action Lab, a free quarterly series where learning meets doing.

Together, we’ll move from "what's happening" to "what we can do about it?" Each session, we learn about a key issue and then roll up our sleeves in a strategic working session. With facilitator guidance, you'll collaborate with peers on an action item.

Walk away with a new skill and a concrete step taken for Colorado's early childhood community.

Register here.

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Oct
14

Policy Pathways Action Lab

COAEYC & ECCLA invite you to our Policy Pathways Action Lab, a free quarterly series where learning meets doing.

Together, we’ll move from "what's happening" to "what we can do about it?" Each session, we learn about a key issue and then roll up our sleeves in a strategic working session. With facilitator guidance, you'll collaborate with peers on an action item.

Walk away with a new skill and a concrete step taken for Colorado's early childhood community.

Register here.

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Jan
14

Policy Pathways Action Lab

COAEYC & ECCLA invite you to our Policy Pathways Action Lab, a free quarterly series where learning meets doing.

Together, we’ll move from "what's happening" to "what we can do about it?" Each session, we learn about a key issue and then roll up our sleeves in a strategic working session. With facilitator guidance, you'll collaborate with peers on an action item.

Walk away with a new skill and a concrete step taken for Colorado's early childhood community.

Register here.

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Dec
12
Resources

Staff Retention Resource Info-Session: TrueNorth Health Benefits Bundle


Is high turnover emptying your classrooms? You are not alone. 78% of employees would leave a job if the benefits didn't meet their needs, making affordable health benefits one of the best recruitment and retention tools (2024 Intuit QuickBooks Allstate Health Solutions Benefits Survey).

Join COAEYC, ECCLA, and TrueNorth to discover the Health Benefits Bundle, a specialized resource designed for child care programs.

In this brief session, TrueNorth showcases:

  • Affordable Retention Tools: Free access to a benefits marketplace powered by Wallit.

  • Flexible Options: Customizable, à la carte choices for direct primary care, prescription medications, dental, vision, pet insurance, and more.

  • Immediate Support: Resources for immediate health and well-being support for your team.

This is a great resource briefing for program directors seeking solutions to support their staff.

REGISTER FOR THE SESSION

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