The 9th Annual Early Learning Conference was held on Saturday, October 15 at 8:00am to 3:45pm, at Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School, 13651 Hays Rd, Spring Hill, Florida 34610.

The Early Learning Coalition of Pasco and Hernando Counties, Inc. once again hosted its largest and most popular training event, the 9th Annual Early Learning Conference. Over 900 Early Educators, parents and Early Childhood Education professionals from both counties, as well as many surrounding counties, came together to receive instructional and business strategies that will enhance their professional skills and practical knowledge.

This year, the Coalition joined forces with two (2) "sister" organizations in the United Kingdom, Child Care in Practice and the Early Years-the organization for young children, for Florida's First International Conference! Ernest Hooper of the Tampa Bay Times kicked off the event. This year's theme, "Celebrate Diversity: Together We Make Our World Complete," will pay special attention to the importance of diversity and positive parenting.

It was an opportunity to come together with Early Educators from across the globe to share experiences and indulge in a day filled with innovative techniques that improved the quality of care provided to children all over the world.