Event Type: Single Event

The Texas Head Start Association (TXHSA) is honored to be the host state of the Region VI Head Start conference and is excited to promote the meaningful theme “One Voice, One Dream” for all the 2025 TXHSA events. This initiative reflects our collective hopes and aspirations, fostering unity and support within our community.

This year’s conference will address critical themes that are of great importance, such as the necessity of providing Head Start services to low-income communities, the principles of ERSEA (Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, and Attendance), trauma-informed practices, the advantages of inclusive and responsive teaching methods, and the imperative of integrating health and social services within early learning environments. Our collective goal is to foster nurturing environments that promote the well-being and development of our youngest learners while empowering dedicated stakeholders to enhance early childhood education and strengthen community connections across Region VI.

The Texas Head Start Association will host its 2025 Summer Conference on June 23-25 in South Padre Island, Texas. This year’s theme, “One Voice, One Dream,” focuses on fostering resilience in children and families through innovative practices and collaboration.

Participants will engage in workshops and expert-led sessions covering vital topics such as ERSEA (Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, and Attendance), trauma-informed care, social-emotional learning, and effective family engagement strategies. Attendees will learn evidence-based methods to support children facing adversity and emphasize the importance of community partnerships in creating a holistic support system.

The 2025 Texas Head Start Leadership Summit is a key event for administrators, policymakers, leaders, and community advocates focused on enhancing early childhood education and social services in Texas. This year’s theme, “Leading Through Change: The New Era of Thriving Through Uncertainty,” emphasizes improving outcomes for children and families through innovative practices and strategic partnerships.

The summit will underscore the essential role of innovation in generating impactful outcomes. It will feature workshops conducted by esteemed leaders in leadership, systemic operational management, early childhood, human, and social services development. These workshops will present evidence-based strategies designed to enhance outcomes, promote inclusion, and strengthen all levels of collaboration. Participants will have the opportunity to present case studies and engage in discussions that empower them to enact meaningful initiatives within their Head Start programs. We invite you to join us in exploring new directions in early childhood education and enhancing our collective influence on the lives of Texas children and families.