While exploring the NAEYC website I found an outside link that is affiliated with NAEYC and it SECA Southern Early Childhood Association http://www.southernearlychildhood.org/index.php. I received a membership to the association when I joined NAEYC but never really reviewed it until now. However, NAEYC has several organizations that are affiliated with it.
The link I chose to review was Southern Early Childhood Association (SECA). SECA provides several unique entities for instance radio broadcast, newsletters, public policy information, and trainings on the field of early childhood education. The one thing that I thought was interesting about this website was the radio broadcasts that discuss topics pertaining to the early childhood field. The radio broadcast provides information that is geared towards parents and teachers.
I have not received a recent newsletter from NAEYC but I have received one from SECA. One of the articles was titled, "Keeping the Joy of Play in your Program." I felt was pertinent to our classroom discussion on play. The article talks about play-centered program. It then gives several insights on why play should be allowed in the classroom. http://www.southernearlychildhood.org/upload/file/Reporter/SECA_RepFall2011.pdf
In further reviewing, the website SECA I found a article in the Summer issue of the newsletter called, "Two Suitcases and 6 Weeks: Cyakabiri School Opens in Rwanda." The article discusses one woman's journey to create a early childhood center in Rwanda. I feel as though it was a good representation of equity and excellence in early care and education. http://www.southernearlychildhood.org/upload/file/Reporter/Reporter%20Summer%202011.pdf
The insights that I have gained from reviewing this website is that there are general concerns about the healthy development of children. But the majority of the issues pertain to equity and excellence in the early childhood education program whether it be through curriculum, classroom instruction, children and families who are in need. Early childhood education is field that is vastly growing and supports need to be made available to ensure quality is provided.
I was really interested in the Southern Early Childhood Association! I had not heard of this organization yet and was curious to learn more. I visited the site using the link you provided and what a great site! I am originally from MS and now live in GA, the South is my home. It is always great to hear about the different initiatives, programs and supports that are available to the Southern states. Thanks for the resource!
ReplyDeleteI have grown up in the South and have not heard of this resource. I too checked it out and found it to be very interesting. I live in Louisiana and its good to know that there are helpful resources at hand that promote early childhood. What a great resource. Thanks for sharing!
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