Wisconsin Early Childhood Association (WECA) is building a foundation for a lifetime of learning for Wisconsin's young children.
Through the strength, leadership, and dedication of our members, WECA:
- Promotes excellence in early education programs;
- Supports professionalism among our members; and
- Calls for a greater public investment in our future.
WECA is a statewide, nonprofit organization serving as a professional association whose members care for and educate Wisconsin's children, aged birth to eight. We are an affiliate of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
Help Children Respond to Scary Events
To view an article on how children learn "emotional self-regulation" during stressful times, such as having your home or town flooded, and read advice to parents and other caregivers on how to help children avoid falling apart emotionally, learn a healthy coping style,
click here. This article was written by Dave Riley, Professor of Human Ecology at University of Wisconsin-Madison and UW Extension. You have permission to copy and distribute to parents or colleagues, giving credit to Dave Riley and UW Extension. Dave Riley will be the keynote speaker at the Above and Beyond Professional Recognition Luncheon at the
Wisconsin
Early Childhood Education and Care Conference: Connections on October 10, 2008 in Appleton.
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The Wisconsin Early Childhood Association is a member agency of Community Shares Wisconsin
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