Calendar of Events - Illinois Head Start Association

Join a peer-led learning group built for the front line staff who work directly with families every day. This Quality Enrichment Circle (QEC) is a virtual space for real talk, skill-building, and practical problem-solving with others who understand the demands of family support work.

You’ll connect with peers who are building trust with families, setting goals, navigating systems, and showing up during tough times. We’ll focus on how to stay grounded, get families what they need, and keep doing this work with heart and skill.

Sessions are led by experienced practitioners and include guest speakers, breakout discussions by region, and plenty of time to learn from each other. You’ll walk away with new tools, fresh insights, and a stronger network of colleagues.

All QECs are fully virtual, with flexible attendance. No travel. No fluff. Just useful time spent with people who get it.

Join a peer-led learning group for professionals who oversee health services, safety protocols, and child nutrition in Head Start and Early Head Start. This Quality Enrichment Circle (QEC) is a virtual space for real talk, skill-building, and practical problem-solving with others who manage the systems that keep kids safe and healthy.

You’ll connect with peers balancing compliance, documentation, family communication, and hands-on logistics. From meal planning to health tracking to safety drills—this space is for those making it all run smoothly.

Sessions are led by experienced practitioners and include guest speakers, breakout discussions by region, and plenty of time to learn from each other. You’ll walk away with new tools, fresh insights, and a stronger network of colleagues.

All QECs are fully virtual, with flexible attendance. No travel. No fluff. Just useful time spent with people who get it.

Join a peer-led learning group for professionals leading mental health, wellness, and social-emotional learning (SEL) efforts in Head Start and Early Head Start. This Quality Enrichment Circle (QEC) is a virtual space for real talk, skill-building, and practical problem-solving with others supporting emotional well-being across programs.

You’ll connect with peers working on behavior supports, staff wellness plans, trauma-informed practices, and SEL integration. Whether you're a consultant or managing a team, you’ll get grounded support and fresh ideas to strengthen your mental health systems.

Sessions are led by experienced practitioners and include guest speakers, breakout discussions by region, and plenty of time to learn from each other. You’ll walk away with new tools, fresh insights, and a stronger network of colleagues.

All QECs are fully virtual, with flexible attendance. No travel. No fluff. Just useful time spent with people who get it.