2026 United for Every Child Conference: INCLUSION AND THE PYRAMID MODEL IN ACTION

Beginning this year, South Carolina Partnerships for Inclusion, the South Carolina Child Care Inclusion Collaborative, and Pyramid PIECES are joining forces to merge multiple events into one comprehensive, annual statewide conference— United for Every Child: Inclusion and the Pyramid Model in Action.

Together, we will focus on advancing evidence-based practices that promote the healthy development of each and every young child in South Carolina. Join us as we come together — United for Every Child.

Location: R2i2 - 763 Fashion Drive Columbia, SC 29229
Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm each day

September 24, 2026 - Early Childhood Inclusion: Building Belonging
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The goals for day 1 are to:
 

• Support early childhood leadership teams in strengthening program capacity to expand inclusive preschool practices across the mixed delivery system—ensuring all young children and their families experience belonging and thrive in their communities.
• Engage in learning around evidence-based practices that promote smooth and successful early childhood transitions and increase high-quality instruction for preschoolers with disabilities in their least restrictive environment (LRE).
• Collaborate with peers to cultivate and sustain a strong, shared culture of inclusion and belonging.

September 25, 2026 - The Champion's Path: Advancing the Pyramid Model
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The goals for day 2 are to:

• Clarity & Inspiration: Discover how the Pyramid Model helps create inclusive early learning environments and prevents suspension and expulsion.
• Practical Tools: Learn strategies to use data to support children’s growth, strengthen your practice, and partner with families.
• Connections & Collaboration: Build relationships with other early childhood professionals and explore ways to expand and sustain Pyramid Model practices in your community.

REGISTRATION FEE
One day registration:  $50
Two day registration: $90
Onsite registration will not be offered. 

DEADLINE TO REGISTER - September 1, 2026

GROUP REGISTRATION
Registering multiple individuals and wanting to use a PO or invoice / check for payment? Please contact Suzanne Wingard, Events Coordinator at ECEVENTS@mailbox.sc.edu for a group registration form.

CANCELLATION POLICY
Registration fees are non-refundable, please reach out to Suzanne Wingard, Events Coordinator for additional support.

QUESTIONS
If you are experiencing difficulties with the registration process, or have general questions regarding the conference, please contact Suzanne Wingard, Events Coordinator at ECEVENTS@mailbox.sc.edu or call 803-767-7850.

TO REGISTER
Please click on the ADD TO CART button to begin. Registration options and pricing will follow. Continue to follow the prompts on the following pages to complete registration. Please note that your registration is not complete until you receive an order number. If you do not receive an order number, you will need to re-submit. Thank you.
When registering, please indicate if you will need any form of assistance or accommodations. Every effort will be made to accommodate advance requests; on-site requests cannot be guaranteed.

PHOTO/VIDEO DISCLAIMER
Please note that our team uses photographs, videos, or audio recordings during the United For Every Child Conference for publicity purposes. By submitting this registration, you agree that South Carolina Partnerships for Inclusion, SC Child Care Inclusion Collaborative or Pyramid PIECES may, for non-profit and educational use, use portions of the videotapes, photographs, audio recordings or educational materials in any form or media whether now known or hereafter devised (“materials”) prepared by the above mentioned organizations or its agents without further approval from or payment to you. You understand that this may include, but not necessarily be limited to materials in print, broadcast, or electronic/ digital formats. Requests for exclusion are to be directed to the photographer.

This is a fragrance-free event. Please refrain from using any scented product due to potential allergic conditions of our attendees and staff. Thank you for your consideration.