to the Bucks County Association for the Education of Young Children (BCAEYC), a local affiliate of the state organization (PennAEYC), and the national association (NAEYC). BCAEYC is a non-profit organization composed of over three hundred members dedicated to supporting the needs and rights of young children, their families, and early childhood educators.

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To lead in the promotion of excellence in early childhood education in Bucks County.

To increase public awareness and understanding of the needs and rights of all young children, families, and early childhood educators through advocacy and public policy initiatives.

To create and promote professional development opportunities for early childhood educators.

To advocate for standards of professional practice and quality in early childhood education.

To model inclusiveness and respect for diversity in the early childhood profession.

In pursuit of our mission, BCAEYC is committed to these values:

Support for children and families to ensure the early years are ones in which children can grow, learn, and develop to their full potential.

Advocacy for inclusion of all children in early childhood programs in Bucks County.

Collaboration and advocacy for quality in all early childhood programs.

Respect for diverse views and perspectives related to developmentally appropriate practice in early childhood care and education.

Creation of a welcoming environment in which all members can participate fully in the organization.

Cultivation of a strong, vibrant structure for our organization.

Encouragement , support, and opportunities for the professional development of early childhood educators and caregivers.

Recognition for the profession of early childhood education and care.

Each year our affiliate co-sponsors the Fall Early Childhood Conference at the Bucks County Community College, which is attended by well over 500 participants--more than 500 for the past several years!! Also included in our calendar of events are professional development opportunities at host centers and Directors’ gatherings at area restaurants.  The topics are always timely and enlightening, and the camaraderie is rewarding. 

 in BCAEYC offers many opportunities to grow professionally and personally as an advocate for young children.  We invite you to learn more about membership benefits by exploring this site.  Further inquiries may be directed to: Stacy Helton, BCAEYC President at shelton@doylestown.tabor.org or (215)345-5877, x282.

 in BCAEYC is rewarding both professionally and personally.

1985-88

Wanda Leypoldt

1988-90

Jeanette Twombly

1990-92

Pat Miiller

1992-94

Gail Wiik

1994-95

Rebecca Grimm

1995-96

Irene Gordon

1996-99

Jennifer Culp

1999-01

Lori Borman & Dori Dugan

Roseann Fry

Alison Sheridan

President

Stacy Helton

President Elect

Dawn Marie Stempien

Past-President

Lisa Puchalski

V.P. Membership

Laura Hudson

V.P. Board Development

Roseann Fry

Secretary

Kathe Bryner

Treasurer

Beth Montanari

In 2009, we will choose a President, V.P. Membership, V.P. Programs and Treasurer. Send suggestions for potential candidates to
Roseann Fry at rgf345@aol.com as well as other ideas for those interested in active involvement with BCAEYC activities.