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🌟 Chapter Benefits
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Guidance from the VP of Chapters
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Event promotion through OKAEYC
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Formal training opportunities
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Potential financial or material support. Non profit status
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Access to statewide ECE network and visibility
✅ Checklist: How to Start an OKAEYC Chapter
✔ Step 1: Start a Focus Group
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Choose a focus topic.
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Gather a Leadership Team: Choose a representative to serve as the liason to OKAEYC.
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All members must have SECA and/or NAEYC membership. All Leaders must have SECA and NAEYC membership.
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Set up meeting dates and location(can be virtual). Invite group members to attend.
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Contact admin@okaeyc.org with details
✔ Step 2: Formulate Chapter Goals
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Discuss your local needs and interests.
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Draft clear goals that align with the mission and purpose of OKAEYC.
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Outline your goals, strategies, and activities for the upcoming calendar year.
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Use the Plan of Action Template to stay organized.
✔ Step 3: Share with OKAEYC
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Meet with the VP of Chapters to:
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Share your proposed goals and plan
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Discuss roles and responsibilities
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Prepare to sign the Chapter Agreement
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✔ Step 4: Sign the Chapter Agreement
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Finalize the partnership between your group and OKAEYC.
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Confirm your Chapter Committee and Representative before signing.