SAVE THE DATE: This year, Erikson's Annual Luncheon will be held on November 11 at Theater on the Lake! Join our guest speakers, Professor of Psychology and Equity Strategist, Dr. Kira Banks, and Award-winning Teacher, TEDx Speaker, and Best-Selling Author Weston Kieschnick, for

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In observance of Independence Day, Erikson Institute is closed today, July 4. We wish you all a safe and fun-filled day of celebration. #eriksoninstitute #fourthofjuly #independenceday

DEADLINE EXTENDED: Apply before July 18 to receive priority consideration for available scholarships within our Infant Early Childhood Mental Health certificate and Master's in Early Childhood Education - Early Intervention programs. Learn more here: bit.ly/409u0f9

The long, warm days of summer are here—perfect for enjoying the outdoors! It’s also a great time to explore fun ways to incorporate math into your child’s outdoor play. Erikson’s Early Math Collaborative (EMC) offers creative ideas the whole family can enjoy. Let’s make math a

Erikson faculty and alumni recently discussed “mismatch and repair” at a book chat with renowned infant expert Claudia M. Gold, MD, author of “Getting to Know You: Lessons in Early Relational Health from Infants and Caregivers." Read more about the event in our blog:

Working Together: Erikson has partnered with residents and leaders in Chicago's Little Village to increase mental health support. bit.ly/4lOHU1a #EriksonCommunityVoices

Join us Tuesday from 2-3 p.m. ET for a webinar to support Head Start grantees in understanding the recent public benefits notice from HHS. Hosted by Start Early & co-sponsored by CLASP, Child Care for Every Family Network, Erikson Institute & National Women's Law Center. Register now: cvent.me/wZlbZ2 #TogetherforHeadStart

Erikson’s visiting faculty member, Katie Hamm, shared her insights with WBEZ on a proposed ban on Head Start services for children without legal status. “It overturns a 60-year approach in Head Start, which was to serve all children and to welcome all children, to provide them

Erikson Institute’s Executive Fellows program is back again! This year, 16 leaders from across the state have been selected to join us in exploring how they can continue to shape the educational experiences of Illinois’ young children. Read the press release here:

Join our partners at naeycearlymath for the webinar "Nurturing Mathematical Thinking in Infants, Toddlers, and 2s" on July 21st at 6pm CT. This session features Erikson's Early Math Collaborative members, Dr. Jennifer McCray and Donna Johnson, and focuses on how math is all

Erikson’s online Master of Science in Early Childhood Education - Early Intervention is a one-of-a-kind infant mental health informed program designed for professionals looking for continuing education opportunities and seeking a deeper understanding of early childhood

A new school year is just around the corner! Ready to kick things off with a routine that really counts from Erikson’s Early Math Collaborative? Try the Dot Card Transition Routine, a quick, effective way to build number sense every single day! Simple to implement, powerful in

Quality is at the heart of maintaining accreditation in higher education. It is an ongoing effort, not a one-time achievement. Erikson’s accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) was reaffirmed this month, following an intensive and collaborative effort

The Racial Justice in Early Math (RJEM) project supports teachers in elevating math education for all young children. Read about this extraordinary project that is co-directed by Erikson’s Jennifer McCray and the UIC College of Education's Danny Bernard Martin. bit.ly/41ngVC2

Join us for Erikson Institute's 2025 Annual Luncheon on Tuesday, November 11 at Theater on the Lake! Featuring thought leaders Dr. Kira Banks, Professor of Psychology & Equity Strategist, and Weston Kieschnick, award-winning teacher, TEDx speaker, and best-selling author. Make

Earn your degree, initial early childhood education licensure, and three endorsements in a flexible hybrid or online program. Learn more about Erikson's Master’s in Early Childhood Education program and apply today. bit.ly/3zFBonZ #msece #eriksoninstitute

Erikson's Fussy Baby Network was recently included in this list of resources for families in Kane County. Check out the full article here: bit.ly/4oogQIp Learn more about the Fussy Baby Network here: bit.ly/3KXBcH9 #fussybaby #fussybabynetwork

Turn your passion for helping children into a career. Earn your M.S. in Early Childhood Education – Early Intervention from Erikson and blend expert-led learning with real-world practice. Your impact starts here. bit.ly/4cOJo7w #EarlyIntervention

With nearly 25 years of experience, Rebecca Meyers is transforming healthcare by ensuring families’ voices and emotional safety are central to every patient encounter. From implementing evidence-based practices to creating systems that humanize clinical care, Rebecca shows how