EWFCCA 'Reach for the STARs' Virtual Conference 2026
Presents The Two Pushy Dames LeeAnn & Kathy
Saturday March 7th, 2026 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Pacific) (6 STARs Hours)

We would love for you to join us via Zoom from the comfort of your home as The Two Pushy Dames present LIVE via ZOOM

The 6 hour event (with breaks) includes:

- “Childhood. What’s the Rush?‘ Developmentally Appropriate Practices in ECE” (2 hours Child Growth & Development)  

If we measured our lifespan on a ruler, childhood would be about an inch. Why are we rushing these tiny humans through this joyful and magical time? In this session, we will share the power (and the research) to push back on the academic push down that is rushing childhood.

- “How Expressive Arts Support All Children.” (2 hrs Program Planning & Development)

Now more than ever, children need opportunities for expressive arts and creative outlets. Heck, adults need it too! This session with The Two Pushy Dames will focus on open-ended curriculum activities for art, dramatic play, block building, music, and movement – both indoors and outdoors. Let’s de-stress a bit as we share our collective strength, offer strategies for success and infuse some exciting curriculum ideas into your daily practice with young children.

- “Do You See What I See? Making Learning Visible.” (2 hrs Professional Development & Leadership)

Do you hear what I hear? Do you know what I know? Now that this song is stuck in your head, think about how you make learning visible. Early childhood professionals understand developmentally appropriate practice, but how do you share that knowledge with parents and others who may not know what you know? This training will help you to confidently share the value of play-based learning and spotlight the important work of children through documentation and visuals.