Join us for the

Whole Child Wellness in Early Childhood Education Conference

July 14-15th, 2025 | Jackson Avenue Center, Oxford, Mississippi

Join GHMBC at the Whole Child Wellness in Early Childhood Education Conference this summer in Oxford, Mississippi! This conference is designed for anyone with a passion for wellness. Participants can expect 2 fun-filled days of hands-on sessions, engaging discussions and activities, and incredible keynote speakers. This conference will leave you refreshed, recharged, and ready to make a difference in your classroom and in your own life!

To register, click HERE or scan the QR code on the flyer below. Early bird registration rates end May 16th. Student rates are available. All current UM faculty, staff, and students are free. Use code: GHMBCfree We can’t wait to see you there!

  • KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

  • Dr. Catherine Cook-Cottone - University of Buffalo - https://catherinecookcottone.com/

    • Keynote: Mindful Self-Care as Foundation for Co-regulation- Tools for Early Education Teachers

  • Ms. Erin Ramsey - https://erinramsey.com/

    • Keynote: Energize Your Impact!

  • SAMPLE SESSIONS

  • Ms. Erin Mulligan - Mississippi Whole Schools

    • Session Title: Ignite Learning Through Arts Integration

  • Dr. Nichelle C. Robinson - University of Memphis

    • Session Title: Well, Well, Well...Rise Stronger: 3 Steps to Protect Your Mind, Body, and Soul

  • Dr. Sarah Mason - University of Mississippi

    • Session Title: “But I’m Not Flexible!”: Making Yoga Therapy Work for Every Body and Mind

  • Dr. Jeffrey Leffler - Delta State University

    • Session Title: Better Together: Cultivating a Marigold Mindset

  • Ms. Mary Jo Wilson & Ms. Edy Dingus - Mississippi Farm 2 School Network

    • Session Title: Growing Farm to Early Childcare in Mississippi

  • Dr. Castel Sweet - University of Mississippi - Director of Community Engagement

    • Session Title: Working With, Not For: Principles and Practices of Community-Centered Engagement

  • Ms. Rebecca Christian - MDHS

    • Session Title: GHMBC + CLASS: The Building Blocks for Learning

  • Dr. Laurel Lambert - University of Mississippi

    • Session Title: Edible Education: Develop Healthy Eating Habits for Teachers and Children Alike!

  • Ms. Lisa Long - Mississippi State University

    • Session Title: ECHO and Managing Challenging Behaviors

  • Dr. Karen Walker - East Texas A & M

    • Session Title: Kids That Make You Go Hmmm. . . Recognizing Developmental Delays in Young Children

Have questions? Email acstapp@olemiss.edu or kewolff@olemiss.edu