e invite presenters to share practical, actionable tools, guidance and inspiration to help HeadStart Staff, Administrators, Parents and Directors continue the legacy of Head Start. Despite themany challenges Head Start has faced, for over 50 years in counting the program still continues toprovide quality comprehensive, child development, and school readiness services for children 0-5and their families. This year's theme will focus on our journey, the current Head Start model andthe future of Head Start.

How can we take our Head Start programs to the next level? How can we combat turnover ratesand maintain quality programs? How can we tap into other funding sources? How can we motivateourselves and staff to continue the services for our families and community? What strategies canmove us to renew our commitment and passion for Head Start? How can we adjust to all thechanges and exceed the performance standards? How well is your program performing in CLASS?Are you prepared for your federal review? How is your program governance and ongoing monitor-ing? Do you have a strategic plan for your agency? What does the future of Head Start look like?

These are the questions we would like to focus on in addition to the topics of: Disabilities, CenterManagers, ERSEA, Policy Council, Coaching, Professional Development, Administration, and Re-flective Supervision.

We welcome your proposals for interactive workshops and engaging training. All presentation slotsare 90 minutes. Proposal abstracts should be 50 words or less and must include an explanation ofyour session and its alignment with the theme:

“Exceeding The Vision”

Best Regards,

Tevin J. Roberts, Executive OfficerGeorgia Head Start Association

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2018 FallGeorgia Head Start Associat ion

Invitation to Presenters:

November 1, 2018Atlanta Ever Green Marriott Conference Resort

4021 Lakeview Drive, Stone Mountain, Georgia

2018 FallGeorgia Head Start Associat ion

Please Provide the Following:

Q1: Please provide the following contact information for the person making this presentation.TITLE OF PRESENTATION:Presenter's Name:Presenter's Title:Co-Presenter's Name:Co-Presenter's Title:Company's Name:Lead Presenter's Email Address:Cell Phone Number:Business Number:

Q2: *Proposal Abstract Information Required- Please provide a brief synopsis of the content of yourpresentation as you wish it to be published in the conference program. This synopsis should be (50words or less) and focus on topics that address Head Start/Early Head Start Services: Disabilities,Family Engagement, Community Partnerships, Health, Education and Head Start Systems: ERSEA,Self-Assessment, Planning, Program Governance, Human Resources, Facilities, Materials, &Equipment, Record-Keeping & Reporting, Communication, Ongoing Monitoring, FiscalManagement, and early childhood care and education initiatives for children birth to age 5 and theirfamilies (be specific; i.e., nutrition/health disabilities, working with English language learners, etc.).

Q3: Please provide a summary of the presentation: Please include the following:A. Please provide a detailed description of the content of the presentation.B. Note any display and/or planned interactive activities in which the audience will beinvolved. Q&A, one or two activities, PowerPoint presentation etc.C. State the Principles of Adult Learning that will be incorporated into your presentation. Goaloriented, relevancy and practical information.D. Include a brief outline of learning objectives.

Q4: Submit application to gaheadstartassociation@gmail.com

Q5: Deadline to submit papers is Friday, September 14, 2018

Q6: Presenter's Criteria; Presenters must have one of the following criteria: (Please check all thatapply).

1. Current professional license in the field of training being offered2. Minimum of a Bachelors degree in the field of training being offered3. Minimum of five years in presentation experience in specialty field

2018 FallGeorgia Head Start Associat ion

Q7: If Lead Presenter holds a minimum of a Bachelors degree, enter the degree below. If LeadPresenter holds a professional license, enter the type of license below.

Bachelors degree or higher: Bachelors in Business and minor in AccountingProfessional License: Holds a CDL with the class B and permit with class A

Q8: Presentations may be scheduled to run 90 minutes. You are expected to plan your presentationaccordingly, unless other arrangements are approved. Please click on an answer to the questions below.

Would you be willing to repeat your presentation?Are you a returning presenter?Will you be staying for the entire conference?

Q9: For questions 10 and 11 click on the appropriate responses. Indicate all that apply Thispresentation is targeted for:

Head Start ParentsService area mangers/coordinators Other (please specify) bus monitors as well as Directors or any transportation Staff.

Q10: Which Learning Strand or Track does this presentation relates to?Record-Keeping & ReportingCommunicationOngoing Monitoring

Q11: *Audio/Visual Requests: (LCD projectors will be limited during the Conference.It would be helpful to us if you could provide a projector if it is necessary for your presentation).(Check with your Head Start Director to determine if a projector can be supplied by yourProgram/Agency).*Microphone requests will be reserved for Conference auditorium sessions.*Allmeeting rooms will be set classroom style unless special arrangements are made in advance. Eachworkshop room should be equipped with a draped table for trainer's material.*Handouts: Please plan toprovide handouts for your presentation. Lead Presenters will be notified of the maximum roomcapacity to prepare for handouts. Please provide A/V requests by choosing one or more options below.

Flipchart/markers

Q12: All lead presenters are asked to provide a resume or training vitae.