The National Association for the Education of Young Children - Professional organization which promotes excellence in early childhood education. Site includes information for educators and parents, conference information, professional development resources, and a members-only section. Oregon's Childhood Care and Education Career Development System - Offers information about the agency's programs and services, as well as its training initiatives. Parent Child Preschools of Oregon - Supports parent child cooperatives in Oregon and SW Washington. Playcentre Federation of New Zealand - Provides parent education and examines characteristics of quality early childhood education.
Site includes events, partnership profiles and tools, and a guide to articles and publications.
San Diego Association for the Education of Young Children - Includes brief mission statement, list of upcoming events, and resources for childcare providers and children's advocates. Cooperative Preschool Association - Supports 14 parent participation preschools on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. Site includes contact information, educational philosophy, and directories of educators and preschools.