This is the only national conference to deliver high-quality training and educational opportunities to Head Start parents and those who work with or on behalf of parents.

• Four Head Start National Resource Centers will share best practices, practical resources and information in two institutes, a presentation series, and several sessions.
• Opportunities for intense exploration in Pre-Conference Sessions and Special Tracks,
• More than 100 educational sessions,
• a special Directors Series
• Abriendo Pueretas Train the Trainer

Registration & Rates

An individual who is a staff member or parent of a current NHSA program member is eligible for the NHSA member rate. To receive the discounted rate, member organizations must complete the membership renewal process before registering for the event. For assistance with membership questions, refer to the Membership FAQs or contact NHSAmembership@nhsa.org.

For assistance with registration please refer to Registration FAQs or contact nhsa@expotracker.net

Registration Rates

*Early Bird registration is available until November 9th.

Event Tickets

Family Engagement Institutes

To attend an institute, registration is required prior to the conference

Abriendo Puertas/Opening Doors National Facilitator Training*
Family Development Credential Instructors' Institute (PDF)*
Family Services Institute (PDF)

*Application also required

Closing Session Preview

Closing our 29th Parent Conference and Family Engagement Institute are two very special guests: Yvette Sanchez Fuentes – Director Office of Head Start and Debbie Clement – Author, Musician, & Educator.

Director Sanchez will present to parents the road ahead for Head Start, the critical role they play and opportunities to support their children, local agency and the larger Head Start community.

Debbie Clement brings her very special gift of music and love of parents to help us close our time together. Our closing session will be a high spirited, fun filled time you do not want to miss!

Hotel and Travel

	Gaylord Texan 1501 Gaylord Trail Grapevine, TX 76051-1945 (866) 782-7897 NHSA Room Rates The Gaylord Texan is currently full. Please see the overflow hotel information below.  Reserve your room by November 14th for the conference rate. Single: $140 Double: $140 Premium: $200 Applicable taxes will be added to room rates (currently 12% occupancy tax)
Airport Shuttle Reserve your discounted Super Shuttle transportation to & from DFW Airport and the Gaylord Hotel Grapevine, Texas Check out this video from our gracious hosts in Grapevine, Texas!
Overflow Hotels The Gaylord Texan is currently full. The following hotels are offering blocks of rooms at special NHSA rates. There will be complimentary shuttles to and from each to the Gaylord Texan during the conference. SpringHill Suites Grapevine 2240 West Grapevine Mills Circle Grapevine, TX 76051 (972) 724-5500   Rates and Reservation: King Suite: $149 Double Suite: $149    Hyatt Place 2220 Grapevine Mills Circle West Grapevine, TX 96051 (972) 691-1199 Rates and Reservation:  Single/Double: $159 In the field for "Corporate/Group #" enter: G-NGCA Fairfield Inn and Suites 2050 State Highway 121 Grapevine, Texas 76051 Direct: 972-304-9611 Toll Free: 800-489-0923 Rates and Reservation: (Includes Breakfast)  Double: $129 King: $129

Conference Sponsors

Volunteer Information

NHSA is currently seeking volunteers for the 29th Annual Parent Conference and Family Engagement Institutes. Volunteers are needed for pre-conference preparation and assistance with the education sessions and other conference events. In return for 2 days of service, you will receive a complimentary conference registration, which gives you access to 100+ educational workshops on a wide range of topics and other non-ticketed events.

Download and fill out the application (PDF) to become a volunteer.

Questions about volunteering can be sent to Sharon Kirksey-Walcott, swalcott@nhsa.org.

Exhibitor Information

View and purchase an available exhibit booth.

• Floor Plan (PDF)
• Exhibitor Contract (PDF)
• Sponsorship Form (PDF)
• Advertising Form (PDF)

For more information regarding exhibit and marketing opportunities please visit Marketing Opportunities.