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Remembering items in a shopping cart
Saving language or theme preferences
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First-Party Cookies:
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What They Do:
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Can persist across sessions if you select "Remember me"
What's Inside an Authentication Cookie?
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Optional metadata (e.g., expiration time, security flags)
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Here’s how you can disable cookies in common browsers:
1. Google Chrome
Open Chrome and click the three vertical dots in the top-right corner.
Go to Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data.
Choose your preferred option:
Block all cookies (not recommended, can break most websites).
Block third-party cookies (can block ads and tracking cookies).
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Go to Settings > Privacy & Security.
Under the Enhanced Tracking Protection section, choose Strict to block most cookies or Custom to manually choose which cookies to block.
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Go to Preferences > Privacy.
Check Block all cookies to stop all cookies, or select options to block third-party cookies.
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Go to Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions.
Select your cookie settings from there, including blocking all cookies or blocking third-party cookies.
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For Safari on iOS: Go to Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security > Block All Cookies.
For Chrome on Android: Open the app, tap the three dots, go to Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies.
Be Aware:
Disabling cookies can make your online experience more difficult. Some websites may not load properly, or you may be logged out frequently. Also, certain features may not work as expected.
Learn more about the Pyramid Model, explore new strategies and research, and network with your colleagues from across our neighboring states at the inaugural Northeast Regional Pyramid Model Conference. Carefully selected topics and speakers provide attendees with an in-depth, participatory learning experience. You will have the chance to learn about the unique needs and opportunities across urban and rural communities related to Pyramid Model implementation throughout our region.
The conference has been co-designed by the Pyramid Model leads in the Northeast participating states: Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont with the guidance of the Pyramid Model Consortium. This regional professional development opportunity focuses on integrating practices, principles and demonstration of opportunities to integrate the Pyramid Model into the broad array of early care and educational settings as well as early childhood family serving programs.
Conference registration of $400 includes access to two full days of workshops, networking and keynote plenary sessions. Includes breakfast and lunch on Monday, October 27 and Tuesday, October 28.
Who is Attending?
The conference is open to all currently participating in Pyramid Model implementation as well as those interested in learning more; members of Northeast Regional States Professional Development Networks of coaches and trainers; valued partners in state and regional agencies that fund this work; childcare providers and early childhood educators and those who support them.
Exhibit
Exhibitors are offered an interactive environment to engage with conference attendees and share their products or services. Contact us to learn more about taking part in the conference and building awareness of your organization.
Sponsor
Connect with decision-makers, thought leaders, and providers working with very young children. We are interested in tailoring opportunities to your organization. Contact us to learn more.
Investing in the Early Care & Education Workforce
The Northeast Regional Pyramid Model Conference strives to address the needs of the early care and education community with workshops and content that speak to improving outcomes for all families with young children.
Family Child Care Providers & Classroom Educators
Sessions will be offered that support exploration and discussion of the Pyramid Model, focusing on practices to meet the needs of ALL children and families.
Program Directors & Supervisors
Sessions will be offered to support your Program Leadership Teams, infuse new ideas about staff buy-in and onboarding of the Pyramid Model, and discuss core components of family engagement and family supports across the broad range of programs and classrooms implementing the model.
Pyramid Trainers & Coaches
For the Pyramid workforce, this is an excellent opportunity to network, celebrate, and problem-solve with peers across the region working to support the model for educators, children and families.
Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa
A short drive from beaches, museums & so much more!
Centrally located in Groton, Connecticut, the hotel provides a comfortable stay with well-appointed rooms and convenient onsite conference rooms. Make your reservation before Monday, September 29, 2025, 4:00 PM EST to receive the conference discounted rate of $159 per night between the dates of October 26 – 28, 2025. Check back to reserve your accommodations at the conference rate; reservation link will be available soon.
Proposals
We welcome your proposals! If you are interested in speaking at the 2025 Training Institutes, speakers are chosen by juried panel. Proposal submissions begin in spring of 2024. Subscribe to Training Institutes Emails for announcements.
Training Institutes 2025
Building a World Where Young People Thrive
National Harbor is a waterfront getaway with outdoor dining and fitness activities, distinctive shopping experiences, seasonal water activities, spectacular views from the Capital Wheel, and much more.
