Children First 2018

The Early Learning Coalition of Miami-Dade/ Monroe’s Children First Conference is the signature professional development event held annually in Miami-Dade for the early education community to expand its knowledge and network. The conference hosts over 1,000 attendees representing academia, policy makers, early care and education teachers, directors, practitioners, mental health professionals, physiologists, and social workers, who impact the early learning community from across the country. Presentations offered at the conference bring to attendees the latest research and innovation in early childhood programming and best practice models for prevention services. The Children First mobile application provides users a gateway to conference presentations, featured speakers, and a host of early childhood retailers. Users can connect using social media platforms directly through the app and allows professional development to continue beyond the conference.