
Leadership Symposium 2026
Leading Where You Are
Every Role. Every Voice. Every Leader.
November 7th, 2026 8:30-2:30
Optional Add on Friday: Center tours!!
November 6th, 2026 9-2
Leadership isn't defined by a title—it's demonstrated through the impact we make every day. Whether you're a teacher, assistant teacher, family child care provider, coach, administrator, higher education faculty member, or advocate, your leadership shapes the lives of young children, families, and colleagues.
Join OKAEYC for the 2026 Leadership Symposium as we explore practical strategies, fresh perspectives, and meaningful connections that empower early childhood professionals to lead with confidence, purpose, and authenticity. Together, we'll celebrate the many ways leadership shows up across our profession and inspire one another to grow where we are.
Friday Optional Add On. November 6th
Visit local child care centers. Connect and learn alongside fellow early childhood leaders. Gather for a Lunch & Learn session
See leadership in action and bring new ideas back to your own program
And because this is a more intimate experience, we’re limiting registration for this day to just 30 spots!









