News & Events
Happy Teacher Project Team Makes a Global Impression in Croatia
Dr. Kyong-Ah Kwon and Dr. Timothy G. Ford delivered a keynote address at the international conference in Croatia! The event was attended by the Mayor, leaders from the Department of Education, and members of the press, all eager to learn about innovative approaches to supporting early childhood educators' well-being. This appearance marks an exciting step in expanding the reach of the Happy Teacher Project and fostering global partnerships centered on educator well-being and high-quality early childhood education.
The Happy Teacher Project Shares Research at AERA & SRCD 2025
The Happy Teacher Project team—PIs and graduate students—made a significant contribution at AERA 2025 in Denver and SRCD 2025 in Minneapolis. They presented research on early childhood educator well-being across multiple formats and engaged in scholarly conversations, partnerships, and collaborative opportunities. Their work emphasized supportive, wellness-focused work environments that enhance both educator and child outcomes.
