NAEYC turns 100 in 2026— and we’ re marking this milestone by collecting the stories that have shaped early childhood education. The Year of Reflections is a yearlong invitation to share your memories, your mentors, the moments that made you who you are as an educator, and the dreams you hold for the next generation.

Each month features a different theme, from how you found your way to this field to the legacy you want to leave behind. Whether you’ ve been in early childhood education for four decades or four years, your voice belongs in this celebration.

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