STEPPING STONES
Professional Development
for ECEs
STEPPING STONES
Professional Development
for ECEs
In a profession where expectations continue to grow, it can be easy to lose sight of what matters most.
This conference has been created to bring educators back to connection; with children, with colleagues, with families, and with themselves as professionals.
Because connection sits at the heart of practice.
Janine Kelly
Keynote Speaker
Conference Founder
The Connected Child:
Why Connection Sits at the Heart of Practice
Janine Kelly is an Early Childhood Teacher, trainer, consultant, and author of The Connected Child. With over 30 years of experience across Australia and Canada, Janine is passionate about supporting educators to create relationship-centred environments where children and educators thrive. As the founder of STEPPING STONES Professional Development for ECEs, her work focuses on connection, regulation, reflective practice, intentional pedagogy, and supporting educators to translate theory into meaningful everyday practice.
Kristel Yangco
Conference Host & Reflection Facilitator
Sector Leader and Adovate
Kristel is an experienced early childhood professional with over 15 years of experience in the sector. She leads a team of trainers within a Western Australian RTO and is passionate about supporting educator growth, reflective practice, and quality interactions. Throughout the conference, Kristel will guide attendees through reflective discussions, introduce presenters, and help create a meaningful and engaging learning experience.
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