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The 2026 Smart Start Conference brought together early childhood professionals, policymakers, and advocates from 18 states and 2 countries for four days of learning, connection, and collaboration in Greensboro, NC. Here's a recap of the week: Monday, May 4: Preconferences We kicked...

The 2025 Smart Start Conference brought together early childhood professionals, policymakers, and advocates from over 20 states and 2 countries! Here’s a recap of the week- Tuesday, April 29: Preconferences We kicked off the conference with a full day of preconferences;...