ABOUT US
OUR MISSION
The mission of the San Diego-Imperial Chapter is:
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To raise awareness of how children develop and learn.
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To collaborate with other organizations and institutions that are concerned with the education and well being of young children.
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To advocate for and support early childhood professionals and others who care for children and their families.
The San Diego-Imperial Chapter is an inclusive professional organization committed to effective advocacy for children, families, and the communities that support them. We serve both San Diego and Imperial Counties.
OUR VISION
ABOUT US
Our Story
The California Association for the Education of Young Children (CAAEYC), founded in 1953, has more than 3,500 members in 18 chapters statewide. CAAEYC is the state affiliate for California to the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Washington, D.C.
Following more than 50 years of growth and development, CAAEYC has become a vital force uniting educators of young children and advocating for political and professional leadership. CAAEYC sponsors an annual state conference bringing together providers of service across the state as well as leaders from 18 chapters statewide and dozens of partner organizations.
CAAEYC is a nonprofit corporation under 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code governed by a statewide Board of Directors, which derives its authority from the CAAEYC Bylaws. The State of California Franchise Tax Board grants CAAEYC tax-exempt status under Section 237010d of the Revenue and Taxation Code.
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CAAEYC
Sponsors the Annual State Conference (rotating north and south)
Sponsors the California Forum for Professional Development
Publisher of the CAAEYC Newsletter - eConnections
Job Board
CAAEYC Connects Database- is a one-stop website with shared ECE resources to support ECE teachers, program owners and administrators, workforce development professionals, and supporting agencies.