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Aug 26, 2008 (Statesman Journal, Salem, OR)
Opinion: Early childhood education leads to financial success
Social skills learned at a young age can pay off later in life
You probably know that the more education you have, the more you are likely to earn. Did you know that some economists say social skills learned in early childhood are important to acquiring that education?

Aug 26, 2008 (The Washington Post)
Day Cares
Research Has Eased Some Fears About Having Children Spend Their Days Away From Home
The most important predictor of children's attachment, as well as their cognitive and social development, researchers found, was the sensitivity of their mothers and the characteristics of their families, such as parental income and educational levels. The influence of these factors trumped any effects of day care.

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Upcoming Events

Sep 23, 2008 - September 26, 2008
NACCRRA Professional Development Institute
Pittsburgh, PA – This conference provides participants with the opportunity to expand their skills while networking with colleagues from around the country.

Oct 3, 2008 - October 4, 2008
30th International Conference on Learning Disabilities
Kansas City, MO – This conference focuses on key issues affecting the learning disabilities field.

Oct 9, 2008 - October 12, 2008
9th ISSA Annual Conference
Budapest, Hungary – This conference will bring together professionals from around the globe to learn about best practices in democratic teaching in preschool and primary classrooms.

Oct 20, 2008 - October 21, 2008
2008 CDPI Fall Forum
Sacramento, CA – This conference provides child development leaders with the opportunity to discuss current public policy initiatives with colleagues.

Oct 22, 2008 - October 24, 2008
Working Forum on Managing Performance in Multi-Site Early Childhood Organizations
Lihue, HI – This conference will focus on how to grow an early childhood organization while maintaining quality services for children.

Oct 24, 2008 - October 26, 2008
ASCD Conference on Teaching & Learning
Los Angeles, CA – This conference aims to empower educators to help break through barriers to higher student achievement.

Oct 25, 2008 - October 28, 2008
NBCDI 38th Annual Conference
Atlanta, GA – At this conference, participants gather to gain knowledge and acquire the skills needed to ensure a quality future for all children and youth.

Oct 26, 2008 - October 30, 2008
NHSA 3rd Annual Directors Training Summit
St. Louis, MO – This conference aims to bring Head Start leaders together to strengthen their skills in an effort to further positive outcomes for children and their families.

Oct 27, 2008 - October 30, 2008
24th Annual International Conference on Young Children with Special Needs & Their Families
Minneapolis, MN – Attendees at this conference will explore ways to improve outcomes for young children with special needs.

Oct 28, 2008 - October 31, 2008
National Dual Language Institute
Washington, DC – This conference aims to describe and disseminate approaches and resources that foster dual language development in young children, including their acquisition of the English language.

Nov 5, 2008 - November 8, 2008
2008 Annual Conference & Expo
Dallas, TX – This conference features sessions providing practical information and new research on key education issues.

Nov 6, 2008 - November 7, 2008
On New Shores: International Forum on Issues of Immigrant and Refugee Children, Youth, and Families
Ontario, Canada – This conference will provide participants with the opportunity to explore current priority issues effecting immigrant and refugee families.

Nov 7, 2008 - November 10, 2008
ASBO's 94th Annual Meeting & Exhibits
Denver, CO – This conference will provide professional development for school business professionals.

Nov 10, 2008 - November 11, 2008
A State of the Science Conference
Bethesda, MD – This conference will explore services for children and youth with disabilities.

Nov 13, 2008 - November 15, 2008
Pre-K to 3 Education: Promoting Early Success
Cambridge, MA – This conference will draw on the latest research, case studies, and presentations from successful leaders and practitioners to discuss successful PK–3 programs.

Nov 16, 2008 - November 18, 2008
2008 PEN Annual Conference
San Francisco, CA – This conference will focus on broadening access to high-quality education.

Dec 5, 2008 - December 7, 2008
23rd National Training Institute
Los Angeles, CA – This conference will offer participants opportunities to discover the latest research on infants and toddlers and to discuss the history and future of the field with colleagues.

Dec 8, 2008 - December 10, 2008
2008 OSEP National Early Childhood Conference
Washington, DC – The theme of this year's conference is "Building Partnerships for Effective Change."

Dec 10, 2008 - December 10, 2008
Pre-K Now 2008 National Conference
Washington, DC – This conference will broadcast to hundreds of sites throughout the country.

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