ACA National President’s Report

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Executive President - Majella Fitzsimmons Vice President - Jae Fraser Treasurer - Linda Davies Executive Secretary - Debra North

EarlyEdition

SUMMER 2021

Contents

ACA Qld President’s Report ACA National President’s Report Authentically Connecting with Country 4

Make a Difference and Save Lives with Water Safety Curriculum 6 Case Study: What Would Early Childhood Be Like if We Didn’t Undertake Documentation? 8

Member in the Spotlight: Dedicated to the Wellbeing of Employees, Family and Community Connections While Navigating a New World 11

Educator in Profile: Brittney Johnson Updates on Early Childhood Qualifications Rewarding and Supporting a Dedicated Team Transforming from Amazing Educator to Successful Leader Defibrillators in Early Learning Services 2021 in Review 25

CAECE Congradulates 26

Committee Members Nicole Fowler Kerrie Lada Pam Maclean Katy Mason Peta Pitcher Louise Thomas Brent Stokes ACA Qld Office Chief Executive Officer - Kate Tully Office Manager - Jen Smyth Administration Officer - Michelle Morley Marketing and Communications Officer - Brianna Salmond