Many thread training workshops were delivered at the Anchorage Association for the Education of Young Children Conference. During the conference, thread awarded the Quality Improvement Program of the Year Award to Carousel Child Care Center and Denali Preschool and Learning Center. AnnMarie Mattacchione M.ED of Fairbanks received thread’s Cindy Harrington Heart & Mind Award, given to an early educator each year who has demonstrated a commitment to excellence and professional development.