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CHAPTERS

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OKAEYC members can take advantage of events and activities through our local chapters across the state. Help us grow a chapter in your area today!

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Focus Group Sign up

Registro de Grupos de Enfoque

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🌟 Chapter Benefits

  • Guidance from the VP of Chapters

  • Event promotion through OKAEYC

    • Formal training opportunities

  • Potential financial or material support. Non profit status

  • Access to statewide ECE network and visibility

✅ Checklist: How to Start an OKAEYC Chapter

✔ Step 1: Start a Focus Group

  • Choose a focus topic.

  • Gather a Leadership Team: Choose a representative to serve as the liason to OKAEYC.

    • All members must have SECA and/or NAEYC membership.​ All Leaders must have SECA and NAEYC membership.

  • Set up meeting dates and location(can be virtual). Invite group members to attend.

  • Contact admin@okaeyc.org with details

✔ Step 2: Formulate Chapter Goals

  • Discuss your local needs and interests.

  • Draft clear goals that align with the mission and purpose of OKAEYC.

  • Outline your goals, strategies, and activities for the upcoming calendar year.

  • Use the Plan of Action Template to stay organized.

✔ Step 3: Share with OKAEYC

  • Meet with the VP of Chapters to:

    • Share your proposed goals and plan

    • Discuss roles and responsibilities

    • Prepare to sign the Chapter Agreement

✔ Step 4: Sign the Chapter Agreement

  • Finalize the partnership between your group and OKAEYC.

  • Confirm your Chapter Committee and Representative before signing.

Chapter Application

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