Schedule-At-A-Glance

The 2025 FHSA Annual Conference & Expo is October 28-30, at the DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Studios.

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*Tentative Schedule; Subject to Change

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Spirit Day: Blue

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Volunteer Orientation, Universal Center Registration 

12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Conference Attendee Check-In/Registration, Universal Center Registration 

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Exhibitor Move -In and Check-in, Universal Center Registration/Universal B

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. FHSA Board of Director Meeting, Mangrove

3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Conference Opening Session and Keynote Speaker, Dr. Robert Lemon, “Honoring the Past, Shaping the Future" Universal A

A proud Head Start alumnus, Dr. Lemon brings a powerful message of legacy, resilience, and progress. Through the lens of historical knowledge and cultural heritage, he shares how Head Start shaped his journey—from military and community service to workforce leadership. His vision reframes Head Start not as a sprint, but as a generational relay—passing the baton to ensure every child has a fair shot at success. Dr. Lemon challenges us to build bridges across generations, using the past to inform a brighter, more connected future. Click here for more information about this session and speaker's bio.

4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Experience Hall and Welcome Reception, Universal B 

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Spirit Day: Red

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Conference Attendee Check-In/Registration, Universal Center Registration 

8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Experience Hall Open & Breakfast, Universal B

9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. FAIMH Reflective Supervision Track

9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Educational Breakout Sessions  

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Experience Hall Open, Univeral B

12:45 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. FHSA Annual Awards Luncheon, Universal A
Join FHSA as we honor and recognize 14 state winners, all of whom will advance to the Region IV Head Start Association for consideration for regional awards. This year's honorees join a list of highly accomplished Head Start staff, parents, and community partners recognized as contributors to Head Start's rich history. 

2:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. FAIMH Reflective Supervision Track

2:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Educational Breakout Sessions  

5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Reception in Experience Hall, Universal B 

Thursday, October 30, 2025

Spirit Day: FHSA or Head Start Program branded shirt 

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Conference Registration Center Open, Universal Center Registration 

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Experience Hall Open, Universal B 

8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Breakfast, Policy Panel and Conference Wrap-up, Universal A

12:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Exhibitor Move-Out, Universal B 

As we close out the FHSA Annual Conference & Expo, Honoring the Past, Shaping the Future, please join us for a delightful morning of breakfast with our exhibitors and a policy panel discussion. FHSA will provide its Annual State of the Association report.