North Carolina Head Start Association

North Carolina Head Start Association

About Us

The North Carolina Head Start Association (NCHSA) represents 59 federally funded Head Start Grantees across North Carolina. This includes a Tribal (Cherokee) and Migrant programs, as well as community action, private non-profit, county government, board of education and single purpose agencies.

Head Start and Early Head Start Jobs
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Funded Slots for Children
16
Grantees in North Carolina
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Upcoming Events

Winter Leadership

January 2025

Winter Leadership 2025

January 8-10, 2025

Charlotte, NC

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NCHSA Annual Conference

March 2025

NCHSA Annual Conference

March 12-14, 2025

Raleigh, NC

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NCHSA Summer Leaders Summit 2025

June 24-26

Summer Leaders Summit 2025

June 24-26

Carolina Beach, NC

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Male Engagement Conference 2025

Coming Soon!

Male Engagement Conference 2025

Coming Soon!

A Voice for Head Start and Early Childhood Professionals

Professional Development

NCHSA organizes and assists with several professional development events throughout the year, such as the Annual Training Conference, New Directors Orientation, Director’s Caucus meetings and special Cluster training events. 


Networking and Collaboration

Members enjoy the opportunity to network at collaborative events held in partnership with partner agencies, social service and early childhood organizations.

Communication and Marketing

We are building our capacity to serve as a one-stop resource both for NC Head Start programs and for parents, community partners, collaborative partners, elected officials and anyone with an interest in Head Start Association.

Technical Support

NCHSA supports members in researching issues and questions, and provides referrals and information as appropriate.

 

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NCHSA Annual Conference 2025

March 10th - 15th, 2025 | Raleigh, NC

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NCHSA Annual Conference 2025

Early Bird Registration ends January 3, 2025.

Male Engagement Institute

Health & Disabilities Institute 2025

Annual Conference 2025

This event is the premier professional development gathering for the HS/EHS community, with more than 500 conference attendees are expected each year. The conference features more than 60 educational sessions, exhibit marketplace showcasing resources and products from some of the leading companies in their industry, banquet honoring scholarship and award winners from around the state, and plenty of collaboration time. This training experience is ideal for executive and mid-level management, members of governing bodies, direct service staff, as well as parents and community partners.

Call for Papers

The North Carolina Head Start Association (NCHSA) invites you to submit a proposal for presentation at our 2025 annual conference. Our conferences provide the perfect opportunity to connect with colleagues and gain insight from noted speakers and knowledgeable presenters addressing key issues, quality initiatives, and best practices. Our training conferences are uniquely designed to meet the diverse needs and interests of the Head Start community.

Deadline for submission is January 2, 2025

Selection of proposals will be made by our T&TA team. Once a proposal has been approved, the Lead Presenter will receive notification of our decision by January 10, 2025.

 Training categories include:

Hotel

Marriott Crabtree

4500 Marriott Dr.
Raleigh, NC 27612
United States
(919) 781-7000

Your program will receive the hotel link once your registration is completed and payment is received.