Dec
7
9:00 AM09:00

NCECDTL & NCHBHS Disabilities & Inclusion: Creating & Sustaining Successful Partnerships

During this 2-part R10 series we will explore creating and sustaining successful partnerships that support disabilities and inclusion. Program leaders will increase their knowledge and understanding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and will review guidance for developing strategies to establish and maintain successful partnerships with School Districts and Local Education Agencies (LEAs).

Questions: Katy Keehn

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Dec
5
1:30 PM13:30

Mental Health Consultant Network

The Mental Health Consultant Network is a community of leaders and learners focused on the provision of mental health services. The network provides opportunities to strengthen and promote quality and systemic mental health services; share current and relevant data, resources, and information; discuss innovative practices and strategies; and celebrate program successes.

Questions: Michelle Homer Anderson

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Dec
5
9:00 AM09:00

PFCE Leaders Network

The PFCE Leaders Network is a community of leaders and learners, focused on Parent Family and Community Engagement. The network provides opportunities to strengthen and promote systemic family engagement; share relevant resources, data and information; discuss innovative practices and strategies; and celebrate successes.

Questions: Annette Dieker

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Nov
30
9:00 AM09:00

Organizational Change Management (In-Person)

During this 2-day in-person workshop, leaders will learn Dr. John Kotter’s 8-step model for change management which provides a clear structured roadmap for change that can be applied to various types of change contexts. Join us for this exciting workshop to network, learn and explore strategies that create a culture for making, managing, and sustaining organizational change.

Questions: Melissa Bandy Ogden

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Nov
29
9:00 AM09:00

Organizational Change Management (In-Person)

During this 2-day in-person workshop, leaders will learn Dr. John Kotter’s 8-step model for change management which provides a clear structured roadmap for change that can be applied to various types of change contexts. Join us for this exciting workshop to network, learn and explore strategies that create a culture for making, managing, and sustaining organizational change.

Questions: Melissa Bandy Ogden

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Feb
3
to Feb 5

2020 Annual Conference, Membership Meeting & Award Luncheon

About the Conference

The Idaho Head Start Association Annual Conference, Membership Meetings and Awards Luncheon welcomes the Head Start community from throughout Idaho. Come to learn, network and experience the power of Head Start. Attend informational sessions, enjoy inspiring speakers, advocate for Head Start at the Idaho Statehouse and celebrate the winners of the IHSA awards.

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Schedule at a Glance

Feb. 3 Pre-Conference

9:00-3:00 Health Manager Network Meeting: Engaging Families in Health
*Separate registration requiredRegister here.

1:00-4:00 Mind in the Making - 7 Skills Every Child Needs - FREE

Feb. 4 Conference Day One

6:00-8:00 Breakfast

8:30-9:15 Opening Session

Representative Ilana Rubel

Allen Mattison

Head Start Healthy Start Parent Panel

9:15-12:00 Networking with Peers/Break Out Sessions by Track (Director, Health, Education, Family Services and Parent/Advocate)

Lunch with Presentation by Tommy Sheridan

1:00-2:00 Head Start Healthy Start Campaign Report

2:00-3:45 Networking with Peers/Break Out Sessions by Track

4:00-5:30 IHSA Business Meeting

5:45-7:00 Head Start at the Statehouse Orientation

6:00-9:00 IHSA Board Meeting

Feb. 5 Conference Day 2

6:00-7:00 Breakfast

7:30 Leave for Statehouse

8:00-11:00 Head Start at the Statehouse

8:00-11:00 Directors/Managers Networking (optional)

11:30-1:30 IHSA Awards Luncheon

2:00 Return to hotel

2:45-3:45 Debrief and next steps

4:00 Adjourn

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