It is with great enthusiasm that we are delighted to announce that Chautauqua County Association for the Education of Young Children has been awarded a Value of Membership grant through the National Association for the Education of Young Children! This project not only provides for free CCAEYC memberships, but also offers environmentally friendly educational trainings. The trainings will focus on the environment and how to help conserve energy. There will be two training sessions offered in both southern and northern Chautauqua County. These trainings will be offered to child care professionals and teachers, who will then educate the children and families they work with on environmentally friendly ways.

The benefits to being a CCAEYC member are numerous. The application process is easy. If you are interested in becoming a CCAEYC member, simply complete the application form available here. All applications must be received by June 30, 2008. Don’t wait, join now, become one of the first members through this special project and your membership fee is waived.Membership grants will be awarded on a first-come first-serve basis.

Watch for more information to attend these local workshops on going green and environmental awareness.