Connect the Dots: An Early Learning Exchange

Join thought-leaders in early learning and education at Connect the Dots: An Early Learning Exchange.

With a high-pace format similar to the popular TED lecture series, speakers will give presentations ranging from 12-18 minutes in length on various topics related to early learning and why they are passionate about supporting babies, children and families. This conference will bring together unique perspectives and encourage networking between speakers and attendees.

Event Emcee

We are excited to have co-creator, host and executive producer of the weekly news program KCTS 9 Connects, Enrique Cerna, as our emcee.

Presenters include:

• Matthew Amster-Burton, Contributor for Gourmet.com and author of the book Hungry Monkey--a food-loving father's quest to raise an adventurous eater
• Dr. Dimitri Christakis, Pediatrician and Researcher with Seattle Children's
• Sgt. Adrian Z. Diaz, Seattle Youth Violence Prevention Initiative, Seattle Police Department and member of Fight Crime: Invest in Kids
• Dr. Steven Gilbert, Director and Founder of the Institute of Neurotoxicology and Neurological Disorders
• Dr. Bette Hyde, Director of Washington Department of Early Learning
• Jerome M. Jainga, Head Start Program Manager, Muckleshoot Indian Tribe
• Val Thomas-Matson, Founder of the children's TV program Look, Listen and Learn

and others! Check back frequently to see an updated list.

Purchase your ticket today at http://earlylearning.org.