Center for Excellence in Early Childhood Education (CEECE)

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The CEECE serves as a hub for training, professional development, and the dissemination of research-verified educational practices, as well as emerging models of excellence.

These initiatives will position Catawba College’s School of Education as a leader in promoting current best-practices in early childhood education, highlighting emerging models in the field, and in shaping the future of early childhood education through innovative research, high-quality instruction, and professional training opportunities.

Our Goals

Our Goals

Professional Development & Training through workshops, seminars, and training sessions for early childhood educators, focusing on research-verified teaching strategies and evidence-based practices.
Hosting Conferences focused on excellence in early childhood education to share expertise, discuss emerging trends, and foster collaboration.
Recruitment to promote Catawba College's early childhood education programs, attracting students and educators who are passionate about shaping the future of early learning.
Research Collaboration to foster partnerships with local schools, early childhood centers, and community organizations to implement and study effective teaching practices

Upcoming Events

Week of the Young Child

APR

5-11

A fun-filled week celebrating early learning, young children, their teachers, families, and communities.

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