Region VI Head Start Fall Conference (Dallas, TX)


  • Region IV Head Start Fall Conference - Day One
     October 21, 2025
     8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Region IV Head Start Fall Conference - Day Two
     October 22, 2025
     8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Region IV Head Start Fall Conference - Day Three
     October 23, 2025
     8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Region IV Head Start Fall Conference - Day Four
     October 24, 2025
     8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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.

TXHSA Head Start Summer Conference (South Padre Island, TX)


  • Summer Head Start Conference - Day One
     June 23, 2025
     1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Summer Head Start Conference - Day Two
     June 24, 2025
     8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Summer Head Start Conference - Day Three
     June 25, 2025
     8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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.

TXHSA Head Start Leadership Summit – “Leading Through Change” (Austin, TX)


  • TXHSA Leadership Summit - Day One
     May 1, 2025
     9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • TXHSA Leadership Summit - Day Two
     May 2, 2025
     9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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.

ERSEA Summit IV: Masterclass on Innovation, Technology, and Finance (San Juan, Puerto Rico)


  • ERSEA Summit IV - Day One
     November 19, 2025
     9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • ERSEA Summit IV - Day Two
     November 20, 2025
     9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Smooth Entry Masterclass The ERSEA Summit IV: Masterclass on Innovation, Technology, and Finance, taking place in San Juan, Puerto Rico, is a key event for industry leaders, ERSEA managers, program teams, innovators, and policymakers. The summit provides a platform to explore the intersection of cutting-edge technology and financial strategies. This year, the focus is on (more…)

ERSEA Re-Certification Masterclass – (In-Person Only, Chicago, IL)


  • Day 1
     July 23, 2025
     9:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Day 2
     July 24, 2025
     9:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Day 3
     July 25, 2025
     9:30 am - 3:30 pm

This session will strengthen participants’ knowledge and skills for meeting the requirements outlined in Part 1302 of the federal regulations regarding Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, and Attendance (ERSEA). Participants will explore new ideas, strategies, solutions, and best practices for successfully leading, managing, and implementing ERSEA processes. Ultimately, the session will assist programs to understand better that ERSEA means access to services, not service delivery.

TXHSA & HGJA Partnership ERSEA Review and Exam: Successful Completion of Core Competencies – (Virtual and In-Person, Austin, TX)


  • Day 1
     September 11, 2025
     9:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Day 2
     September 12, 2025
     9:30 am - 3:30 pm

The ERSEA Certification Review and Exam is a day-and-a-half session to prepare each participant for the comprehensive ERSEA Certification Exam. The Exam includes 100 questions designed to test each participant’s skills, knowledge, and understanding of the ERSEA process. Upon satisfactory completion of the Certification process, the ERSEA Certification will be good for one (1) year. After one year, it must be renewed by the completion of a ERSEA Re-Certification training and successful completion of the Re-Certification exam.

TXHSA & HGJA Partnership ERSEA Level Two Course: Implementing the Requirements – (Virtual Only)


  • Day 1
     May 7, 2025
     9:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Day 2
     May 8, 2025
     9:30 am - 3:30 pm

This training builds on the basics established in Level One. It develops a further understanding of the regulations, provides ideas for implementation, and places an emphasis on systems management. Level Two focuses on best practices in implementation and management that make ERSEA processes successful.

ERSEA Re-Certification: Building on Established Foundations – (San Juan, Puerto Rico)


  • Day 1
     November 17, 2025
     9:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Day 2
     November 18, 2025
     9:30 am - 3:30 pm

This session will strengthen participants’ knowledge and skills for meeting the requirements outlined in Part 1302 of the federal regulations regarding Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, and Attendance (ERSEA). Participants will explore new ideas, strategies, solutions, and best practices for successfully leading, managing, and implementing ERSEA processes. Ultimately, the session will assist programs to understand better that ERSEA means access to services, not service delivery.

HGJA and TXHSA ERSEA Level One Course: Understanding the Fundamentals – (Virtual and In-Person, San Antonio, TX)

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  • Day 1
     April 16, 2025
     9:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Day 2
     April 17, 2025
     9:30 am - 3:30 pm

HGJA and TXHSA have partnered to strengthen participants’ knowledge and skills for meeting the requirements outlined in Part 1302 of the federal regulations regarding eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment, and attendance (ERSEA) in Head Start. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the ERSEA regulations, and the impact of the Head Start Act on eligibility and accessibility issues, such as in the cases of Homeless and Over-income families.