What’s the Early Childhood club all about?
The ECEC exists to facilitate the professional development of its members through participation in a variety of early childhood activities at the local, state and national levels.

What does the club do?
The club participates in a number of worthwhile activities. Each year we take on a community service project. This year, we’re collecting 500 jars of peanut butter for Loaves & Fishes. We'll also support Classroom Central and CPCC'S Angel Tree project. We attend conferences where we learn about the early childhood field and network with professional educators and other early childhood students. In 2006, fourteen members traveled to Atlanta to attend the national conference of the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the largest and most influential association of early childhood professionals in the country. In 2007, ten active members  attended the national conference in Chicago, IL.  We create awareness of issues affecting young children and their families by sponsoring events during the Week of the Young Child. We also host professional development workshops for early childhood educators.
What are the benefits of membership?
Members of the Early Childhood club make a difference and in so doing enjoy opportunities to develop leadership and communication skills, to practice advocacy, to network with other early childhood educators and to learn in enriching, supportive environments.  In the past, they have received funding to attend local, state and/or national conferences.  Members may also apply for the Gestwicki Scholarship, which is awarded annually.

When and where does the club hold its meetings?
The club meets at noon on the second Saturday of every month, in the Student Life Center on Harris Campus.

Can anyone join? How much does it cost to join? Whom do I contact for more information?
Any CPCC student can become a member. Annual membership dues are $5. For more information or to obtain a membership form, contact club president, Joy Parks at joyland@mail.com  or Zelma Goode, ECEC co-advisor, at zelma.goode@cpcc or 704-330-4762.

Early Childhood Education Club Sponsors
The ECEC gratefully acknowledges the support of the following individuals, organizations and corporations.
Starbucks
Moe's Southwest Grill
Harris Teeter, East Boulevard Location
Walmart
CPCC Student Government
CPCC Student Life
Kristen Monteith
The Early Childhood Education Program at CPCC
Chipotle's Mexican Grill
Taco Bell, Sharon Amity Location
KFC, Billy Graham Parkway