The WSTC Winter Directors Meeting is almost here!
Head Start and ECEAP directors, along with senior staff, will gather on December 3-4 for two days of connection, learning, and collaboration. Expect a full agenda with opportunities to build community, share insights, and discuss the challenges ahead.
As we regroup and prepare for upcoming state and federal changes, we know many of us are asking, “What’s next?” With a significant state budget deficit, ongoing threats to Head Start at the federal level, and no relief in sight for families relying on Medicaid and SNAP, this meeting will give us a vital space to strategize. Together, we’ll explore how to best support our programs, staff, and families through the uncertainty ahead.
Agenda Spotlights Include:
- Learn from your peers - we got a lot of requests for more discussion time about elements of Head Start and ECEAP that folks are struggling with. Come with your best challenges and successes to share and learn on supporting staff, DEIA in today's environment, complex needs, immigration and family support, financial self-sustainability, enrollment and more
- State Updates - DCYF
- Federal panel - our expert friends in DC will update us on all things Federal and how what's happening in Congress and HHS will affect Head Start, Child Care, and more
- Legislative Panel
- Systemic challenges - how can our state strengthen and streamline systems we work with like licensing and Working Connections
Book your hotel rooms by NOVEMBER 20TH to be able to use our block - only $112/night!
Booking Link
Let Katy know if there's anything wonky with the booking link or if you need anything else.
Questions? Contact Katy at katy@wsaheadstarteceap.com, 206.291.2021.
