FHSA 2026 Annual Conference Schedule at a Glance

The 2026 FHSA Annual Conference & Expo is October 27-29, at the DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Studios. Click link below to view full educational session line-up.

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*Tentative Schedule; Subject to Change

Monday, October 26

12:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. Exhibitor Move In, Universal A,C,D

Tuesday, October 27th

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Conference Attendee Check-in/Registration, Universal Center Registration
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Directors, Staff, Parents, Friends Affiliate Group Meetings
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1:1 Exhibitor Meetings, Universal A, C,D
Pre-booked 1:1 meetings between exhibitors and attendees, scheduled through the conference app based on selected preferences.
11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m Emerging Topics & Dialogue
An opportunity to connect with your Head Start colleagues from around the state to discuss emerging topics & changes in the Head Start community. 
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. FHSA Board of Directors Meeting,
Mangrove
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 1:1 Exhibitor Meetings, Universal A,C,D
Pre-booked 1:1 meetings between exhibitors and attendees, scheduled through the conference app based on selected preferences.
3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Opening General Session, Keynote speaker Dr. El Brown, From Acorn to Mighty Mighty Oak Tree™ Universal B
4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Welcome Reception, Universal A,C,D

Wednesday, October 28

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Conference Attendee Check-in/Registration, Universal Center Registration
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Expo Hall Open & Breakfast, Universal A,C,D
9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Educational Sessions
12:45 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. FHSA Awards Luncheon, Universal B
2:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Educational Sessions
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Sunshine Soiree Reception, Universal A,C,D

Thursday, October 29

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Registration Center Open, Universal Center Registration
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Breakfast, Policy Panel, and Conference Wrap-Up, Universal B

Questions?  Contact the FHSA office at (850) 694-6477 or email us at [email protected].

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