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October 12-16, 2026

At the 2026 Family Engagement Conference, participants can look forward to a dynamic lineup of workshops that reflect this year’s theme: Healthy Families, Healthy Futures. Rooted in Head Start’s commitment to strengthening families, the conference will feature sessions that highlight innovative strategies and proven practices across five key focus areas: Family Engagement, Curriculum, Wellness and Health, Cross-Cutting Approaches, and Leadership. Attendees can expect a variety of engaging learning formats — including in-person and virtual 1.5-hour education sessions, pre-recorded one-hour offerings, and an intensive full-day pre-conference workshop. Each session is designed to foster practical skill-building, meaningful dialogue, and cross-role collaboration to help programs support the holistic well-being of children and families.

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