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Educare Chicago’s 25th Anniversary Symposium

October 3, 2025

The Educare Chicago’s 25th Anniversary Symposium is a celebration of the past quarter century. Register to virtually join us in this celebration.

For a quarter of a century, Start Early’s Educare Chicago program has stood as a national model for high-quality early childhood education, born from Start Early’s deep commitment to ensuring every young child has access to early learning and care experiences they need to thrive.

To celebrate 25 years of Educare Chicago’s impact, Start Early is hosting a day-long symposium to reflect on the evolution of the comprehensive Educare model and its grounding in family engagement, professional development, high-quality teaching and data-driven improvement.

In addition to the 75 early childhood leaders, researchers, nonprofit changemakers, advocates and those directly impacted by the system that will be joining us in person, we are thrilled to be able to offer the opportunity for advocates nationwide to join us virtually. You’re invited to tune in at any point of the day on Friday, Oct. 3 from 9:30 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. CT to watch keynote speakers and panel discussions that celebrate Educare’s legacy, reflect on its impact and shape the future of early learning transformation.

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This milestone symposium celebrates 25 years since Educare Chicago opened its doors on the city’s South Side. What began as a bold vision to serve families furthest from opportunity has grown into a national movement, with 25 Educare schools – soon to be 27 – serving thousands of children and families each year. Learn more about Educare Chicago and the network of Educare schools.

Audience

We encourage early learning and care advocates, researchers, leaders and policymakers across the country to join us virtually.

How to Join

A livestream link will be available from 9:30 a.m. – 2:45 p.m., and virtual attendees are invited to tune in to any keynote speakers and panel discussions they are interested in hearing from! Our livestream link and additional guidance for joining will be provided closer to the event, so we can help ensure a smooth viewing experience.

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