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GHSA 2025 FALL LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
November 19-20, 2025
FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY, FORT VALLEY, GA
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Join us for this
special 2-day event.
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Conference Theme:
"Celebrating the Past, Embracing the Future!" The Head Start Legacy Continues
Regular Registration: $375.00| September 7th-October 4th
Late Registration: $ 400.00| October 5th-November 1st.
*Cancellation deadline for non-payments- November 7, 2025.
*Note: Registration fees are non-refundable but may be transferred to a new participant.
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This Conference aims to provide participants with training credits through: Georgia Professional Development System
for Early Childhood Educators
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About the Conference
The Georgia Head Start Association (GHSA) 2025 Fall Leadership Institute is an annual professional development, networking, and training event that brings together Head Start leaders and experts in the field of early childhood education. The Conference Theme is "Celebrating the Past, Embracing the Future- The Head Start Legacy Continues." Since 1965, Head Start has impacted the life circumstances of more than 40 million children and families. We celebrate Head Start’s 60th birthday by spreading the word about the monumental impact Head Start has had on children, their families, their communities, and the country.
Register with a purchase order (an invoice will be sent to you) or by credit card (paypal & administrative fees will be assessed for credit card purchases) in the section below or click on the link provided here:
2025 FLI Event Page
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| 2025 Georgia Head Start Association Fall Leadership Institute | The Fall Leadership Institute is an annual professional development and networking event that brings together Head Start and Early Head Start leaders, consultants, trainers, and other early learning professionals.
The Conference Theme is: "Celebrating the Past, Embracing the Future- The Head Start Legacy Continues." | | | | To pay by credit card: For your convenience and ease of registration, you may register using a credit card on the event website *Please note credit card fees via paypal and a platform fee at checkout will apply. Applicable fees should appear on the registration page next to the registration fee total. *Registration fees are non-refundable but are transferrable. | |
You can also register directly on the GHSA website by clicking here: Website or by visiting www.georgiaheadstart.org.
Wait for the 2025 Fall Leadership slider to appear or hit the up/down arrows to navigate to the slide. Select the "bright orange" Register Now to begin the registration process.
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Conference Site Location:
FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY
1005 STATE UNIVERSITY DRIVE
FORT VALLEY, GA, 31030, US
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Sponsorships Are Available at $500.00
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Opening Session Hosted By First Day Learning
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Featuring Behavioral Health and Early Learning Track
The 2025 Fall Leadership Institute at Fort Valley State University in Georgia includes Behavioral Health Early Learning Track on November 19, featuring a 90-minute session from 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. that begins with a short keynote focused on Mental\Behavior health in early learning and classroom support. This learning track uses a four-tier format: keynote talks, panel discussions for deeper exploration with a Q&A session, and small group breakout sessions.
Challenging classroom behavior is the single biggest issue for early childhood teachers today. FirstDay Learning is on a mission to create happy, confident teachers who cultivate happy, inclusive learning environments where all children thrive.
Join us for the Opening Session where Rebecca List Freedman of First Day Learning will lead the discussion on the challenges programs face; specifically challenging behaviors, teacher burnout, and teacher retention.
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FEATURING: TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION EARLY LEARNING TRACK
The 2025 Fall Leadership Institute at Fort Valley State University in Georgia includes a Technology and Innovation Learning Track on November 20, featuring a 90-minute session from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. that begins with a short keynote focused on technology's role in early learning, data collection, analysis, reporting, and classroom support. This learning track uses a four-tier format: keynote talks, panel discussions for deeper exploration, and small group breakout sessions.
Engage in a transformative dialogue with pioneering Early Learning Technology providers who are at the forefront of innovation. Together, we can explore groundbreaking tools and solutions designed to enhance the educational experiences of our youngest learners. This is an incredible opportunity to share insights, inspire creativity, and collaborate on strategies that empower educators and enrich the learning journey for children. Let’s harness the power of technology to shape a brighter future for early education, fostering an environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive.
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Conference Closing Session
Friday: November 20, 2025 at 8:30 a.m.
| | *Stay Tune for More FLI 2025 Details on Event Brite | | |
Conference At A Glance (Tentative Daily Schedule) More details coming soon on Event Brite!
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| Wednesday, November 19, 2025
7:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
1:30 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 20, 2025
8:30 a.m.- 12:00 pm
Wednesday, November 20, 2025
1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 20, 2025
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Registration
Opening Session
Afternoon Plenary
Networking Reception
Morning Plenary
Afternoon Plenary
Closing Session |
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Thank you for Registering! | The mission of the Georgia Head Start Association is to provide education, leadership, and advocacy that support Head Start program's efforts in delivering high quality comprehensive services to Georgia's children, families, and communities. | | |
Georgia Head Start Association, Inc. |One West Court Square| Suite 750| Decatur, GA 30030| (678) 420-5999
www.georgiaheadstart.org|email:gaheadstartassociation@gmail.com
| Donnis Pace, MPA: GHSA President Juanita Yancey, MBA: GHSA Executive Officer |
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