Gulf Coast Early Childhood Summer Symposium
Bringing together early childhood professionals, business owners, faith-based early education leaders, advocates and state offices for a 3-day training and networking event along the beautiful beaches of Alabama’s Gulf Coast.
About the Gulf Coast Summer Symposium
The Gulf Coast Early Childhood Summer Symposium is a collaboration event of groups and organizations throughout the South. What began as an annual event for Alabama’s oldest state child care association (AALECE) to bring affordable, quality training to early education professionals over 30 years ago, now brings together advocacy groups, state organizations, and participants from over 8 states. Our attendees return year after year because this conference experience is unlike any other. The crowd is managable. The training is exceptional and relevant. The atmosphere is laid back. And the beach views are heavenly. Here are some of the highlights you can expect to see at this year’s Summer Symposium…
Knowledgable, Engaging Presenters
From regional experts to nationally recognized industry leaders, you can expect to be pleased with our line up of guest speakers and presenters. Some of our confirmed special guests for the 2024 Gulf Coast Early Childhood Summer Symposium include Dr. Tricia Shelton, Aiko Bethea, and Ronnie Thomas.
Training Classes & Workshops
The Gulf Coast ECE Summer Symposium offers high-quality sessions on relevant topics for the professional development and CEUs you need. Some of the topics of training this year include practical strategies for working with children with special needs, extensive leadership training for Administrators and Directors, STEAM education & activities, and toxic productivity.
Networking Opportunities
When early childhood professionals connect, they create powerful communities of learning. Exhibitors, presenters, attendees, conference staff and special guests come together for unique networking experiences. We are planning and preparing a variety of opportunities for you to share knowledge, build relationships and make connections.
Symposium Venue
The Lodge at Gulf State Park
21196 E Beach Boulevard
Gulf Shores, ALĀ 36542; 251-540-4000