Early Childhood Organization of Educators for St. Mary's County-ECHOES

12/12/2025

12/08/2025

May you feel the love and appreciation, especially during this Christmas season!

Yesterday I ran into one of my old daycare moms who I just adored. I had her little boy many years ago, and now he’s a grown man with a child of his own. We stood there talking about old times, laughing about those toddler days, and catching up on where life has taken everyone.

Right before I left, she gave me the biggest hug and said how nice it was to see me. And honestly, it hit me in the best way.

We talk a lot about the families who stress us out and push boundaries and ignore policies. And let’s be real, they can make our days feel about twenty hours long. But then there are parents like this. Parents who appreciated us back then, and somehow still appreciate us decades later. They remember what we did for their children. They remember how we showed up. And they don’t take it lightly.

When we’re knee deep in tough situations, it’s easy to forget that there’s a whole other side to this job. There are families who completely understand why we do what we do. Families who respect our policies, honor our time, and support us without hesitation.

Seeing her today reminded me of all the wonderful parents I’ve had the privilege of working with through the years. The ones who made my job lighter. The ones who trusted me with their whole world.

It was a little unexpected gift for my day, and I’m so grateful for it.

11/17/2025

Southern Maryland Friends! Come out and join our ECHOES group for a Spirit Night fundraiser at Texas Roadhouse this evening from 4:00-10:00 PM. They will graciously donate 10% of all food sales from those who share this post or mention our name when ordering. ECHOES is a professional childcare organization here in St. Mary’s County that supports the important work of early childhood educators. Feel free to share this post! Thanks in advance for helping spread the word and we hope to see you tonight 😊😊

11/13/2025

Come out and support our Spirit Night at Texas Roadhouse next Monday evening, 11/17, from 4-10 PM. Show the Flyer below or mention “ECHOES” when ordering and 10% of your meal total will be donated to our organization. Share this widely with family and friends, and hope to see you on Monday, 11/17! 😊😊

11/11/2025

Wishing all Veterans a Happy Veterans Day.

Thank you for your dedication and sacrifice!

10/31/2025

MARYLAND – We want to make you aware of a recurring scam that has resurfaced in recent weeks. Several providers have reported receiving suspicious phone calls from individuals claiming to be parents moving to Maryland from out of state who wish to enroll their child in care. The caller often says ...

10/30/2025

Thanks for sharing this, Elizabeth DelRicco! 100 % agree 🤣🤣

10/21/2025

Halloween is approaching!

In the comments, share some of your favorite Halloween traditions you do in your classroom.

Did you decorate your classroom? Share a photo!

10/15/2025

Our October meeting is at Lexington Park Library or zoom on October 16th.

We hope to see you there!

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Topic: October Meeting
Time: Oct 16, 2025 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84270486221?pwd=vxQbNFGdXDfjmcJPGGMxEzpKPW9qkK.1

Meeting ID: 842 7048 6221
Passcode: ECHOES

10/07/2025

This is networking!

ECHOES strives to bring our community of early childhood educators together to form bonds, learn new strategies, and get support from those who understand.

Provider Appreciation Day 2025 is just one of those networking opportunities throughout the year. Joining ECHOES as a member gives you inside access to resources, support, and opportunities for early childhood educators. Ask us how to register!

09/30/2025

Some of our volunteers that worked tirelessly to make our PAD such a success.

Thank you for your dedication and commitment to expanding professional development and networking to early childhood educators in our community.

09/29/2025

ECHOES’ 2nd Provider Appreciation Day group picture!