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Professional Development and Training Events
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ERSEA Review and Exam: Successful Completion of Core Competencies
September 11-12, 2025 | Austin, TX
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.
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Region VI Head Start Fall Conference
October 21-24, 2025 | Dallas, TX
The Region VI Head Start Association, in collaboration with the Texas Head Start Association and H.G. Jones & Associates, proudly presents the 2025 Southwestern Head Start Fall Conference, themed "60 Years of Head Start: Honoring the Past, Empowering the Present, Inspiring the Future." This milestone event will take place from October 21 to 24, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency in Dallas, Texas.
As we celebrate six decades of transformative impact, this conference serves as a heartfelt tribute to the many lives that the Head Start program has touched. It’s an opportunity to come together, reflect on our history, and envision a future where every child, community, and family can thrive. The agenda features keynote presentations, workshops, and networking opportunities designed to enhance early childhood education and family services.
Attendees will embark on a journey to explore innovative strategies that enhance program delivery, strengthen cross-sector collaboration, and influence policy at every level. This experience is designed to empower individuals with the knowledge, tools, and inspiration to drive meaningful change in their communities. This event is not merely a gathering; it is an opportunity to leave feeling empowered and inspired. Let us unite to celebrate our achievements, honor our history, and encourage one another as we envision a brighter future.