

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Be the Gift: Rooted in Purpose, Growing the Future in Head Start
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 23 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 am – Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 12:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Inspiring keynotes on navigating change &amp; celebrating your impact, plus practical workshops for your Head Start program.About this EventJoin us for the Wisconsin Head Start Association’s 24th Annual Training ConferenceMonday – Wednesday, February 23-25, 2026This three-day educational experience will bring together Head Start and Early Childhood Education professionals, parents, and community partners for learning that matters.Who Should Attend:Head Start &amp; Early Head Start staffParents and familiesChild care providersBirth-to-Three professionalsHome visitorsECE students and educatorsTribal and Migrant program staffHealthcare and social service partnersState agencies and CCR&amp;RCome ready to learn, connect, and return to your important work feeling inspired and equipped with new tools to serve Wisconsin’s children and families. This conference offers professional development designed specifically for those who believe every child deserves the best possible start in life.When: Monday – Wednesday, February 23 – 25, 2026Where: Kalahari Resort &amp; Convention Center, 1305 Kalahari Dr., Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965Workshops: Priority topics will address key challenges facing Head Start professionals today, including behavioral management through reflective practice, facilitating meaningful staff reflection conversations, and providing mental health support for both staff and children. Sessions will focus on navigating difficult conversations with staff and families, healthy screen time practices and classroom technology integration, and supporting families through divorce/separation and the IEP process. Other priority areas include establishing safety protocols for managing challenging situations during pickup/dropoff and strengthening community-based parent education programs.Workshops will also cover our core framework areas: Child Development, Family Systems and Dynamics, Diversity, Special Needs and Inclusive Practices, Learning Experiences and Curriculum, Health Safety and Nutrition, Guidance and Nurturing, Observation and Assessment, Family and Community Relationships, Professionalism, Planning and Reflection, and Administration and Management.Room Block Information: To be announced.Keynote SpeakersMonday, February 23, 2026Dr. Alonzo KellyTuesday, February 24, 2026Dr. El BrownWhen: February 23-25, 2026Where: Kalahari Resort &amp; Convention Center, 1305 Kalahari Dr., Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965Pricing:$360 Super Early Bird before 12/31/2026$375 before 1/31/26$390 General Registration before 2/26/26Workshops: Topics including but not limited to curriculum design, the power of play, fatherhood, dual language, inclusion, parenting, mentoring, data, community partnerships, teaching, administration, staff wellness, mental well-being, program management.W HSA Call for Presenters: Click Here!W HSA Call for Exhibitors: Click Here!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/baraboo/be-the-gift-rooted-in-purpose-growing-the-future-in-head-start/100001796830601699
- **Event Categories**: workshops, health-wellness, business, conferences, mental-health
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 279.24, max: 410.49, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Baraboo
- **state**: WI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Kalahari Resorts & Conventions - Wisconsin Dells
- **lat**: 43.57126039999999
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- **full address**: Kalahari Resorts &amp; Conventions - Wisconsin Dells, 1305 Kalahari Drive, Baraboo, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Wisconsin Head Start Association (https://allevents.in/org/wisconsin-head-start-association/22839768)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Mon, 23 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Kalahari Resorts &amp; Conventions - Wisconsin Dells, 1305 Kalahari Drive, Baraboo, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 279.24 up to 410.49 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Wisconsin Head Start Association
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** workshops, health-wellness, business, conferences, mental-health
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Be the Gift: Rooted in Purpose, Growing the Future in Head Start ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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