Welcome!

Southern Illinois Association for the Education of Young Children is a membership organization serving Alexander, Franklin, Hardin, Jackson, Johnson, Massac, Perry, Pope, Pulaski, Saline, Union, and Williamson,  counties in the state of Illinois.

SIAEYC is a local affiliate of Illinois AEYC. 

Since 1980, SIAEYC's members have served the surrounding community and acted on behalf of the needs and rights of all young children. 

SIAEYC provides

• Support for Children and Families
  • Annual Book Grant program to members
• Support for Professionals
  • Annual Fall Conference
  • Annual Leadership Day
  • Annual Recognition Reception
• Leadership and Advocacy in the field of Early Care and Education
  • Member Education
  • Legislator Education
  • Community Education