2025 SCECA Conference: Full Schedule

We’re excited to see that you’re planning to attend the 2025 SCECA Conference in Myrtle Beach, SC on February 6-8, 2025 at the Sheraton Hotel and Myrtle Beach Convention Center. We look forward to seeing you there!

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9:00am EST

PRECON: Lesson Planning for Infants and Toddlers

Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST

Ballroom A

This session addresses meeting the individual needs of infants and toddlers in both centers and family childcare homes. Strategies to meet those needs and hands-on lesson planning will enable participants to apply what they are learning throughout the session.

Speakers

Karen (KT) Thompson

Professional Development Manager, Appalachian Early Childhood Network

I love my job! I enjoy meeting early childhood professionals and learning about their roles in the field and motivating those within my realm of influence! My strengths lie in curriculum development and most any topic covered in the CDA! I am celebrating 40 years in the field... Read More →

Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Ballroom A 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC

Curriculum

Audience Infant and Toddler

5:00pm EST

ABCQ Intentional Teaching Practices Lesson Plans and Portfolios

Thursday February 6, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EST

Ballroom A

This session will focus on documenting children's learning and development using various methods and creating lesson plans reflecting the SC Early Learning Standard domains that support the developmental progress of children. Learn how to make your lesson plans demonstrate age-appropriate activities as well as modifications/adaptations for children with delays/disabilities. Tie it all together with individualized learning goals and learning experiences based on teacher observations and documentation.

Speakers

Erin Perry

Program Coordinator II, ABC Quality Rating and Improvement System

Speakers

Melissa Heston-Covert

Program Coordinator II, AABC Quality Rating and Improvement System

Thursday February 6, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Ballroom A 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC

Curriculum

Audience Infant and Toddler, PreK

5:00pm EST

Making Learning Fun, but Meaningful

Thursday February 6, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EST

Ballroom BC

Play is essential for childhood development. It helps children learn and grow by allowing them to explore the world and practice skills. Facilitating play in ideal environments with context and meaning motivates learning because it’s fun

Speakers

Veronica Reed

Founder, Training Made Simple, LLC

Thursday February 6, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Ballroom BC 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC

Curriculum

Audience Infant and Toddler, PreK

5:00pm EST

The Infant Room: It's not just rocking babies!

Thursday February 6, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EST

Rm. 206-208

This presentation is to inform new and seasoned teachers and caregivers of the importance of supporting our little learners with the growth and developmental skills that will prove beneficial as they get older. The session is developed around connecting the early learning standards to the learning opportunities and activities within the classroom setting.

Speakers

Jacinta Moultrie-Barr

Specialist, SC PITC

I have approximately 15 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, Adult Education/Training and Certified Training with SC Endeavors (formerly CCCCD). As a PITC Specialist with South Carolina Program for Infant Toddler Care, I work to provide specialized trainings and support... Read More →

Thursday February 6, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Rm. 206-208 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC

Growth and Development

Audience Admin., Infant and Toddler

6:15pm EST

PHYSICAL: Groove and Grow: Music for Learning

Thursday February 6, 2025 6:15pm - 7:15pm EST

Ballroom E

Get ready to Groove and Grow! Explore innovative ways to incorporate music into movement-based activities, promoting physical fitness, coordination, and cognitive development in young learners.

Speakers

Audrey Selby

Regional Coordinator, Miss Tammy's Little Learning Center

Speakers

Thomas Compton

Regional Director, Miss Tammy’s Little Learning Center

Thursday February 6, 2025 6:15pm - 7:15pm EST
Ballroom E 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC

Curriculum

Audience Infant and Toddler, PreK, 5K, Admin.