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OKAEYC is an affiliate of NAEYC and SECA. Join one or both to get exclusive perks as a member. (Be sure to select that you are an Oklahoma affiliate.)

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National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Members receive many benefits, including, OKAEYC membership, YC or TYC magazine, discounts on publications & conference registration.

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Southern Early Childhood Association (SECA)

Members receive many benefits, including, OKAEYC membership, discounts on publications & conference
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OKAEYC

Connect with professionals in your community at conferences, networking events, advocacy efforts, leadership opportunities and more

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NAEYC

Contact NAEYC 800-424-2460 Ext.5 Email: info@naeyc.org

SECA

Contact SECA 1-501-221-1648
Email: info@seca.info

OKAEYC
Student
Scholarship

OCCF Universal Application

200+ Opportunities −

Application reopens on

October 1, 2025, for Fall 2026-Spring 2027

Universal Application Deadline February 15, 2026.

This scholarship recognizes employees of early childhood education facilities. Applicants must be seeking undergraduate or graduate degrees in the fields of early childhood education or child development/family studies. Must be employed in early childhood care/family services settings, including family child care homes. Preference for individuals with five or more years of work experience in the field. Recipients must attend accredited Oklahoma colleges (excluding career technology centers)

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Week of the Young Child Resource Fair
April 11th

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June 27th

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Accreditation

Join our accreditation series and you could be eligible for a scholarship to help offset some of your accreditation expenses. Check the application for more details and apply today!

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Accreditation

Thu, Feb 26
Safe Sleep
zoom
Register Here
Feb 26, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
zoom
Creating a Safe Sleep environment for baby
Multiple Dates
Wed, Mar 04
Focus Group Series: Empowered Educators: Growing Confidence, Initiative, and Leadership (2)
zoom
Register Here
Mar 04, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
zoom
Early childhood educators are leaders every day—whether or not they hold a formal title. This 6-session Zoom-based series is designed to help educators step into that leadership with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Wed, Apr 01
Focus Group Series: Empowered Educators: Growing Confidence, Initiative, and Leadership (session 4 of 6)
zoom
Register Here
Apr 01, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
zoom
Early childhood educators are leaders every day—whether or not they hold a formal title. This 6-session Zoom-based series is designed to help educators step into that leadership with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Sat, Apr 11
Week of the Young Child Resource Fair
Oklahoma City
RSVP
Apr 11, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Oklahoma City, 2201 SW 134th St Oklahoma City, OK 73170
Second annual Week of the Young Child Resource Fair event for families in the community. Join us for games and learn about relevant resources in the area.
Sat, Jun 27
OKAEYC Annual conference
metro tech
Details
Jun 27, 2026, 8:00 AM
metro tech, 1900 Springlake Dr, Oklahoma City, OK 73111
Hearts and Minds — where joyful relationships, whole-child learning, and educator growth come together. Join us for a calming, connection-centered conference experience with keynote Audrey Rowland and practical inspiration you can use right away.