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    About the 40th Annual Early Childhood Winter Conference

    • Join us for a milestone celebration of early childhood education at one of Texas’s premier professional development events! With the theme :

      Hands-On, Minds-On:
      Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) in Early Learning

      This year’s conference will spotlight innovation, inclusion and inspiration for educators of pre-K3 through second grade.

       

    ECWC 2026 Registration Rates

    Registration Type Early Bird Rate* Standard Rate
    Individual Educator $85 $100
    Group (10+ attendees) $75 per person $90 per person
    Student (with valid ID) $50 $65
    Presenter Complimentary Complimentary
    Sponsor/Exhibitor Add-On $40 per person $50 per person
    * Early Bird Pricing Through November 1.

    Sponsor & Exhibitor Opportunities Available! 

    • Be part of the movement shaping the future of early learning. Connect with over 1,000 passionate professionals and showcase your commitment to equity-driven education for our youngest learners. 

      Stay tuned for registration details and partnership opportunities! 

    Featured Speakers

    • Speakers for ECWC 2026 To Be Announced!

    Flashback: Relive ECWC 2025!

    Contact Us

    • Center for Educator Success
      Harris County Department of Education
      6300 Irvington Blvd.
      Houston, TX 77022

      Email: ces@hcde-texas.org
      Phone: 713-696-8223

    Early Childhood Winter Conference


    DATE:

    Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026

    TIME:

    Doors open at 7 a.m.
    Conference Kick-Off 8 a.m.

    LOCATION:

    Kingdom Builders' Center
    6011 W. Orem Drive
    Houston, Texas 77085
    (View Map)

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