The Southern Early Childhood Association

An Organization Committed to Southern Issues


The Southern Early Childhood Association (SECA) is committed to
improving the quality of care and education for young children and their
families through advocacy and professional development.

About SECA

Since 1948 the Southern Early Childhood Association has brought together preschool, kindergarten, and primary teachers and administrators, caregivers, program directors, and individuals working with and for families, to promote quality care and education for young children.

Over 20,000 individuals working in every aspect of child care and early childhood belong to SECA. They share ideas in local, state, and regional meetings, in professional development institutes, and through the association's publications and resources. Members receive many benefits, includ ing a quarterly journal, Dimensions of Early Childhood, and discounts on publications and conference registration.
Find Your favorite SECA Publications
 
 
 
     Get Proof of Membership  

In the Spotlight:

This summer many young children will spend their time traveling, exploring, and meeting new friends, all activities that will keep their minds engaged throughout the summer. Millions of others, however, will not have these opportunities and will instead waste their summer days indoors, bored and possibly even unsupervised. Due to the cost of summer camps, vacations, and other activities, low-income families are more likely to miss out on valuable summer learning experiences. For these children, learning opportunities will be lost and they will be at risk.

Download this handout, "Choosing a Summer Learning Program," and give it to parents to help them select a summer learning program that fits their family's needs, wants, and budget.
 

Get involved with SECA!
     •     Submit a manuscript for Dimensions of Early Childhood
     •     Submit a book proposal
     •     Review Dimensions manuscripts or Children’s books
     •     Submit your photos for use in SECA publications
     •     Submit a proposal for the SECA Conference

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Additional resources related to the SECA Radio broadcasts can be found in the Members-Only Area.

Announcements

Submit your proposal for SECA 2013. Click here to find out how.

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Listen to interviews with the 2012 President-Elect Candidates on SECA Radio!

Click the SECA Radio icon above.

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2012 President-Elect
Candidate Statements

About Evelyn Wright Moore   |   About Kathy Attaway

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Want to learn about gardening with children? The new issue of Collage, Community Playthings' newsletter, has inspiration and practical ideas for you! Read it now.
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The Shlenker School in Houston, TX is seeking an Early Childhood Principal. SECA members, click here to log in and view the listing.
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Mississippi State University is seeking an Assistant Professor, Human Development and Family Studies. SECA members, click here to log in and view the listing.
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The Tennessee Early Childhood Training Alliance is seeking a Program Director. SECA members, click here to log in and view the listing.
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Looking for PowerPoints and handouts from the 2012 Conference? Find them on the Previous Conference page.

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SPECIAL OFFER!!!
  • Exchange Magazine offers discounts to SECA members.  Click here for more information and to order Exchange materials.
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Searching for the perfect employee?  Post available professional positions on our site and have your listing seen by thousands of SECA members!  Click here for pricing and information.    Job Listing Request Form (for employers)



Contact SECA
By Mail:         PO Box 55930
                       Little Rock, AR 72215-5930
By Phone:    1-800-305-7322
                1-501-221-1648
By Fax:         (501) 227-5297
By Email:      info@southernearlychildhood.org

Southern Early Childhood Association
PO Box 55930
Little Rock, AR 72215-5930