Hawai`i Island Early Childhood Conference
Schedule
Fri, 12 Sep, 2025 at 04:00 pm to Sat, 13 Sep, 2025 at 04:00 pm
UTC-10:00Location
Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel (75-5660 Palani Road, Kailua-Kona, HI) | Kailua Kona, HI
๐ King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
๐ Friday, September 12 & Saturday, September 13, 2025
๐บ Theme: Ho`ohana โ Inspiring Educators with Intent and Purpose
Join fellow educators, leaders, and early childhood champions for a powerful two-day experience designed to inspire, connect, and equip you for the work that matters most.
โจ FRIDAY | SEPT 12 | 5:00โ10:00 PM
๐ก Keynote with Cyndi Willmarth & Paige Brown
๐ค Ho`ohana: Reclaiming Your Intention and Purpose in the Work That Matters Most
๐ฝ๏ธ Dinner included + Pau Hana Networking
๐ต $35
๐ SATURDAY | SEPT 13 | 8:00 AMโ4:00 PM
๐ฝ๏ธ Breakfast + Lunch Buffet Included
๐ง Three breakout sessions featuring 5 unique workshops each!
๐ Topics aligned with the KEA domains, including:
Language & Literacy
Authentic Assessment
Outdoor Learning
Statewide System Updates
๐ต $45
๐ BONUS: Pre-Conference Session with PATCH โ Friday 3:00โ4:30 PM
Discover 3,000+ curated resources on everything from behavior management to Hawaiian culture. Bonus segment for directors on how to use the new job board for small school recruitment!
Registration is Closed - We have sold out of the 2025 HIECC. Join us in 2026!
๐ Learn more: babystepshi.com
Where is it happening?
Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel (75-5660 Palani Road, Kailua-Kona, HI), 75-5660 Palani Rd, Kailua Kona, HI 96740-3612, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays: