**ECP Credit Available**
https://www.mtecpregistry.mtecp.org/register.aspx?evid=525337Session Description:Building on the themes of
Make A Circle, this follow-up session brings together key stakeholders and organizations from across Montana to spotlight the stories of local early childhood educators, advocates, and community leaders. Through a panel discussion and facilitated dialogue, we will examine how the challenges and triumphs depicted in the film resonate within our state—exploring workforce struggles, innovative community solutions, and ongoing advocacy efforts to strengthen early childhood education in Montana.
Participants will engage in interactive discussions, sharing their experiences and perspectives while collaboratively identifying opportunities for action. Whether you are an educator, administrator, policymaker, or community partner, this session provides a space to connect, reflect, and explore tangible next steps for supporting early learning professionals and the children they serve across Montana.
Session Objectives:- Highlight Local Perspectives – Share firsthand experiences from Montana’s early childhood educators and advocates, connecting their stories to the broader themes of Make A Circle.
- Facilitate Collaborative Discussion – Engage participants in interactive discussions to reflect on workforce challenges, community-driven solutions, and the impact of policy decisions on early learning in Montana.
- Identify Actionable Next Steps – Explore strategies and opportunities for collective advocacy, professional support, and policy change to strengthen early childhood education in Montana.
