Conference description: DEC 2005 is your chance to learn about current policies and legislation, evidence-based practices and practical intervention strategies, and new resources and materials. It also is a great opportunity to exchange ideas, socialize with old and new colleagues and friends, and renew your commitment to supporting families and enhancing the optimal development of young children.This year the conference will offer full-day pre- and post-conference workshops, research-to-practice sessions, CEUs for conference sessions and workshops, lunch-hour poster sessions in the exhibit hall, and special plenary and awards presentation sessions. The numerous conference sessions, meetings and posters will address a variety of topics of interest to families, practitioners, researchers, pre-service providers, and administrators.