Early Childhood Institute

Early Childhood Institute

Equity. Quality. Inclusion.

Recognizing the potential each and every child brings into the world, the early childhood institute (eci) at sjsu promotes equitable, high-quality, inclusive early learning experiences through: expanding and enhancing the training of early childhood professionals; collaborating with campus and community partners to advance applied research; and engaging in advocacy efforts that benefit educators, young children, and families.

We invite you to connect with us:

ECI TrainingECI ResearchECI Policy

Community

ECI is a community-focused institute, designed to generate opportunities for interaction among current and past students, SJSU faculty, local early childhood leaders, and practitioners. Our work is informed by, and directed toward, the needs and interests of diverse populations and stakeholders within the community.

Are you an SJSU alumni whose career involves working with young children and their families? Are you interested in connecting with other alumni and current students who share the goal of promoting high-quality early care and learning experiences for children?

Connect with us as we build a student-alumni network

People

Meet the Team

In the News

  • ECI Response to Governor Newsom’s Budget Proposal (submitted to CA Representatives, Jan. 2020)
  • ECI Position Statement on the CTC’s Proposed Early Childhood Education Performance Expectations and Program Guidelines (submitted to CTC, July 2018)

Calendar

Join us at an upcoming ECI event, bringing together faculty, students, and community partners engaged in early childhood research, practice, and advocacy.

Parents

If you are looking for early education and care for your child, please contact our partners: