Join us for the 2026 Mtaeyc Annual Conference, Rooted & Rising: Strong Roots. Bold Growth. This annual gathering brings together early childhood professionals, advocates, leaders, students, and community partners from across Montana to learn, connect, and grow together. Whether you’re looking for practical strategies, fresh ideas, or meaningful networking opportunities, you’ll leave inspired and equipped to strengthen your work on behalf of young children and families.
Venue
Copper King Convention Center
4655 Harrison Ave
Butte, MT
59701
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The Mtaeyc Annual Conference is Montana's premier professional development event for the early childhood community. Over three days, participants will explore timely topics through engaging keynote presentations, interactive workshops, panel discussions, and networking opportunities.
Conference sessions will focus on leadership, advocacy, educator well-being, quality improvement, and best practices that support children, families, and early childhood professionals. Attendees will also have the opportunity to connect with exhibitors, discover valuable resources, and build relationships with colleagues and organizations from across the state.
Whether you are an early childhood educator, family child care provider, administrator, higher education faculty member, student, advocate, or community partner, you'll find opportunities to learn, collaborate, and be part of strengthening Montana's early childhood system.
Come grow with us as we honor the strong foundations of our profession while embracing bold ideas for the future.