A topic-guided space for ECFE educators to explore specific topics and learn with and from their peers.

What to expect:

• Peer co-lead chooses the ECFE topic & shares 15-20 minutes of content

• Peer and DCYF facilitate the discussion together

• Most of the time is for discussion, sharing, and learning from each other

Your role:  

Come ready to share your experiences, ask questions, and learn from what others are doing. 

A casual space for ECFE educators to connect with peers and talk about what's on their minds. 

What to expect:
• No planned topic
• Conversation shaped by whoever is in the space
• Informal sharing, questions, and problem solving

Your role:
Come as you are. Bring a question, idea, challenge, or something you want to talk through with other ECFE educators.

An informal space for UMN PFE students to connect with one another, with guest speakers who are practicing professional in the field. 

What students can expect:

• Connect with other students

• Hear real experiences from ECFE programs across Minnesota

• Ask questions and learn from people in the field

• Build relationships and grow your professional network

• Meetings are led by the UMN PFE Program Student Advisory Group leadership team.

Students' role:

Bring your own ideas and experiences to the conversation.

Professionals' role:

Join us by invitation as a guest speaker.