You're invited to the 2024 Region V Head Start Association Conerence!  This conference is hosted by the Region V Head Start Association in partnership with Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin HSAs. Join us at the Hyatt Regency Downtown Chicago from November 5th (Pre-Conference) to November 8th, 2024. Let's come together to reconnect, learn, and inspire as we stand united as Guardians of the Future!

The theme "Powered by Head Start: Guardians of the Future" highlights those who work in Head Start/Early Head Start by spotlighting their pivotal role in shaping the future. It acknowledges the dedication and impact of colleagues across all areas associated with HS/EHS, positioning impactful, everyday individuals as guardians or caretakers of the next generation.

This celebration is rooted in the understanding that those involved in HS/EHS play a crucial part in empowering children during their formative years. It recognizes the hard work and commitment of individuals within the HS/EHS who contribute to the holistic development of children and empowering families, addressing not only educational needs but also health, nutrition, and parental engagement.  It emphasizes that the collective efforts of HS/EHS practitioners are instrumental in creating a positive and promising future for the children and families they serve, turning the theme into a tribute to their dedication and impact on generations to come.

• November 5-6  Preconference Sessions
• November 6 10:00 – 5:00 pm Registration Booth
• November 6 1:00 – 5:00 pm Conference Sessions
• November 6 5:00 – 6:00 pm  Welcome Reception 
• November 6  2:30 – 6:00 pm Exhibit Hall Open
• November 7 8:00 – 5:00 pm Registration Booth
• November 7 8:30 – 8: 50 am Creative Mornings
• November 7 9:00 – 12:00 pm Concurrent Sessions
• November 7 12:00 – 1:30 pm Luncheon/Keynote
• November 7 1:45 – 4:45 pm Concurrent Sessions
• November 7 8:30 – 5:00 pm Exhibit Hall Open
• November 8 8:00 – 12:00 pm Registration Booth
• November 8 8:30 – 8:50 am Creative Mornings
• November 8 9:00 – 12:00 pm Concurrent Sessions
• November 8 12:00 – 1:30 pm  Luncheon/Keynote  

READ MORE CONFERENCE DETAILS HERE

CONTENT AREAS & DATES
 

LOCATIONS: 
 

• Central QEC / IHSA 3435 Liberty Drive / Springfield
• Chicago QEC / EL Valor Carlos H. Cantu Center 2434 S. Kildare / Chicago
• North QEC / Rock Falls Public Library / 1007 7th Ave, Rock Falls, IL 61071
• South QEC / Rend Lake College Marketplace 321 Potomac Blvd/Mt. Vernon / Room 344

QEC REGISTRATION INFORMATION
 

• Full Registration Fee Includes all three (3) QEC meetings
• Meals Included: Each in-person QEC meeting will have lunch provided
• All QEC meetings will be held from 10:00am—2:00pm Winter QECs meet virtually
• **Central Region QECs has a hybrid option. Participation in hybrid option not limited to Central - other participants from other regions welcome with this option.
• Contact Cathy Welsh, cwelsh@ilheadstart.org or 217-381-5007 (cell), 217-241-3511 (office)

REGISTRATION RATES:
 

• Five or more registrations from the same Agency: $275.00 / $295.00 (**virtual option - available for Central QECs only**)
• Non Member Fee: $449.00
• $300.00 (in person) / $330.00 (virtual only) **virtual option - available for Central only
• Prorated Fee - $100.00 (ip) / $110.00 (v-available for Central QECs only) - per day, per content area

CONTENT AREAS & DATES

LOCATIONS: 

• ​Central QEC / IHSA 3435 Liberty Drive / Springfield
• Chicago QEC / EL Valor Carlos H. Cantu Center 2434 S. Kildare / Chicago
• North QEC / Rock Falls Public Library / 1007 7th Ave, Rock Falls, IL 61071
• South QEC / Rend Lake College Marketplace 321 Potomac Blvd/Mt. Vernon / Room 344

QEC REGISTRATION INFORMATION

• Full Registration Fee Includes all three (3) QEC meetings
• Meals Included: Each in-person QEC meeting will have a lunch provided
• All QEC meetings will be held from 10:00am—2:00pm; Winter QECs meet virtually
• **Central Region QECs has a hybrid option. Participation in the hybrid option not limited to Central - other participants from other regions welcome with this option.
• Contact Cathy Welsh, cwelsh@ilheadstart.org or 217-381-5007 (cell), 217-241-3511 (office)

​REGISTRATION RATES:

•  Five or more registrations from the same Agency: $275.00 / $295.00 (**virtual option - available for Central QECs only**)
• Non Member Fee: $449.00
• $300.00 (in person) / $330.00 (virtual only) **virtual option - available for Central QECs only
• Prorated Fee - $100.00 (ip) / $110.00 (v-available for Central QECs only) - per day, per content area

CONTENT AREAS & DATES
 

LOCATIONS: 
 

• Central QEC / IHSA 3435 Liberty Drive / Springfield
• Chicago QEC / EL Valor Carlos H. Cantu Center 2434 S. Kildare / Chicago
• North QEC / Rock Falls Public Library / 1007 7th Ave, Rock Falls, IL 61071
• South QEC / Rend Lake College Marketplace 321 Potomac Blvd/Mt. Vernon / Room 344

QEC REGISTRATION INFORMATION
 

• Full Registration Fee Includes all three (3) QEC meetings
• Meals Included: Each in-person QEC meeting will have lunch provided
• All QEC meetings will be held from 10:00am—2:00pm Winter QECs meet virtually
• **Central Region QECs has a hybrid option. Participation not limited to Central - other participants from other regions welcome with this option.
• Contact Cathy Welsh, cwelsh@ilheadstart.org or 217-381-5007 (cell), 217-241-3511 (office)

REGISTRATION RATES:
 

•  Five or more registrations from the same Agency: $275.00 / $295.00 (**virtual option - available for Central and Site Managers' QECs only**)
• Non Member Fee: $449.00
• $300.00 (in person) / $330.00 (virtual only) **virtual option - available for Central and Site Managers' QECs only
• Prorated Fee - $100.00 (ip) / $110.00 (v-available for Central QECs only) - per day, per content area

CONTENT AREAS & DATES
 

LOCATIONS: 
 

• Central QEC / IHSA 3435 Liberty Drive / Springfield
• Chicago QEC / EL Valor Carlos H. Cantu Center 2434 S. Kildare / Chicago
• North QEC / Rock Falls Public Library / 1007 7th Ave, Rock Falls, IL 61071
• South QEC / Rend Lake College Marketplace 321 Potomac Blvd/Mt. Vernon / Room 344

CONTENT AREAS & DATES
 

LOCATIONS: 
 

• Central QEC / IHSA 3435 Liberty Drive / Springfield
• Chicago QEC / EL Valor Carlos H. Cantu Center 2434 S. Kildare / Chicago
• North QEC / Rock Falls Public Library / 1007 7th Ave, Rock Falls, IL 61071
• South QEC / Rend Lake College Marketplace 321 Potomac Blvd/Mt. Vernon / Room 344

QEC REGISTRATION INFORMATION
 

• Full Registration Fee Includes all three (3) QEC meetings
• Meals Included: Each in-person QEC meeting will have lunch provided
• All QEC meetings will be held from 10:00am—2:00pm Winter QECs meet virtually
• **Central Region QECs has a hybrid option. Participation not limited to Central - other participants from other regions welcome with this option.
• Contact Cathy Welsh, cwelsh@ilheadstart.org or 217-381-5007 (cell), 217-241-3511 (office)

REGISTRATION RATES:
 

•  Five or more registrations from the same Agency: $275.00 / $295.00 (**virtual option - available for Central QECs only**)
• Non Member Fee: $449.00
• $300.00 (in person) / $330.00 (virtual only) **virtual option - available for Central QECs only
• Prorated Fee - $100.00 (ip) / $110.00 (v-available for Central QECs only) - per day, per content area

CONTENT AREAS & DATES
 

LOCATIONS: 
 

• Central QEC / IHSA 3435 Liberty Drive / Springfield
• Chicago QEC / EL Valor Carlos H. Cantu Center 2434 S. Kildare / Chicago
• North QEC / Rock Falls Public Library / 1007 7th Ave, Rock Falls, IL 61071
• South QEC / Rend Lake College Marketplace 321 Potomac Blvd/Mt. Vernon / Room 344