2026 Conference (June 24-28, 2026)
Kissimmee, FL
Location: Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista South
4955 Kyngs Heath Rd, Kissimmee, FL 34746
407-597-0000
Save the Date 2026 – 2 sided flyer (updated Oct 2025)
2026 Registration Brochure – coming soon in March
Keynotes:
Friday: Cari Miller, DEL updates, Courtney Smith, DCF updates
Saturday: Holly Elisa Bruno, Title: “Hitting Reset”
Dawn Espinoza, Title: “You Bring the Joy”
Sunday: Lilian Hubler Tobin
FFCCHA Link to Book Group Rate for FFCCHA June 2026 Conference Early Bird Deadline: June 1 for hotel stay
Call for Workshop Proposals for FFCCHA 2026 <— Use this link to submit.
Workshop Proposals – Deadline February 28, 2026 Extended to March 20!
Conference Workshop sessions: are on Friday and Saturday June 26-27, The closing keynote is Sunday AM: June 28
Apply NOW for the FFCCHA 2026 awards
Parent Sponsors and Photo Contest: Submit photos for Display at Capitol Rotunda (photos must be sent by Feb 14 for Tallahassee display on capitol Rotunda for Children’s Week Feb 22-27, 2026) and submit by June 1 for display at our June Conference. Deadline is May 5, 2026 for the Photo Contest for 2028 conference materials Specific information on the forms below: Pay online: https://familychildcare.org/product/photo-contest/
- 2026 Parent Sponsor and Photo Contest Entry Form in Color – English
- 2026 Parent Sponsor Entry Form Black and White – English
- 2026 Parent Sponsor Form and Photo Contest Entry Form – Spanish
- 2026 Parent Sponsor Entry Form Black and White – Spanish
2026 Volunteer Scholarship Application 2026 Solicitud de voluntariado (Available only for FFCCHA members who are a FL registered or licensed FCC home provider or co-provider) Deadline: April 30 for Early Bird Rate, May 1 – June 1 rate increases $20 Must submit BOTH: Volunteer Form AND on the Link: Call for Volunteers 2026 / Aplicación de Voluntarios de Becas para Conferencia In-person volunteer orientation April 25 in Ocala at the Staybridge Suites, virtual volunteer orientations in May & June.
Registration information and more info coming soon!
Call for Exhibitors, Mind Sponsors, Ads & Donations <— Use this link to Sign Up Now! with sponsorship levels from $250 to $5,000! Exhibit space available! only $250 Pay for Exhibit Space online now!
2026 Call for Exhibitors 2026 Sponsor Invite Letter 2026 Call for Mind Sponsors
MIND Sponsorship Levels Include:
| Mind Level | $$ Support | Logo in Book | On-site Signage | Ad in Program Book | Insert in Bags | Table in Vendor Hall |
| Curious | $250-499 | Yes | Yes | |||
| Creative | $500-999 | Yes | Yes | Business Card | ||
| Caring | $1,000-1,499 | Yes | Yes | ¼ page | Yes | 1 table |
| Mind Match | $1,000 or more | Yes | Yes | Logo on Parent Sponsor forms | Yes | 1 table |
| Inquisitive | $1,500-2,499 | Yes | Yes | ½ page | Yes | 1 table |
| Innovative | $2,500-4,999 | Yes | Yes | ¾ page | Yes | 1 table |
| The Ultimate | $5,000 or more | Yes | Yes | Full page | Yes | 2 tables |
Apply NOW for the FFCCHA 2026 awards
- 2026 Annual Essay Awards Deadline: March 30 Apply now! for Outstanding Chapter, AHAP, Provider Hall of Fame and Advocate Hall of Fame
- 2026 Premio Ensayó Anual Fecha limite: 30 de Marzo
- 2026 Parent Choice Award Deadline March 10 for 3 winners
- 2026 Premio Elegido por los Padres Fecha limite: 10 de Marzo
- 2026 Outstanding Accredited Provider Award Deadline: March 20 – Apply now!
- 2026 Premio por ser una Proveedora por Excelencia or Reconocimiento al Sobresaliente Proveedor Acreditado – Fecha limite: 20 de Marzo
Pre-Conference Sessions – Spaces are available! Register NOW!
- Wednesday, June 24: 8am – 5 pm Me! M.E.N.T.O.R.ing Essentials (Part 1) *Must apply by May 1st
- Thursday, June 25:
8am-12 noon - Mentor 1 Certification (part 2)*
- Author Study: The Whimsical World of Laura Numeroff, Presenter: Dawn Espinoza
Thursday 9am – 4pm Behavior Mastery (Heart-centered classroom management) Presenter: Ron Shuali
Thursday 1-5 PM
Author Study: The Imaginative Life and Works of Shel Silverstein, Presenter: Dawn Espinoza
Time to Sign: The Complete Program for Preschool Classrooms (Ages 3-5) Presenter: Lillian Hubler Tobin
2025 Conference (June 25-29, 2025)
Clearwater Beach, FL
2025 Conference Program Booklet
2025 Conference Overview of Workshops (Schedule At-a-Glance)
2025 Conference Fri Sat Sun Agenda 2025 Exhibitors
2025 Friday Workshop Descriptions
2025 Saturday-Sun Workshop Descriptions
2025 Hotel Map of workshop rooms
2025 Conference Brochure “Enhancing Our Minds in 2025”
Link to Book your hotel room for FFCCHA 2025 Annual Conference Early Bird Rate has Ended
Save the Date 2025 and 2026 – 2 page flyer Register here <—Hurry Register for Conference NOW!
2025 Hotel & 50 years ago 2024 Hotel version
Current View: Sheraton Sand Key Resort, 1160 Gulf Blvd. Clearwater Beach, FL 33767 
Keynotes: Jerletha McDonald Dr. Kimberly Johnson
Jerletha’s Sessions Dr. Kimberly’s Bio
Pre-Conference Sessions – Spaces are still available! Register NOW!
June 25, Wednesday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Click here to register
Family Child Care CEO Changing & Defining Your Own Narrative
Presented by: Jerletha McDonald
This transformative session focuses on empowering family child care CEOs to take control of their narrative and amplify their voices in the early childhood education sector. Learn strategies to highlight their unique contributions, challenge misconceptions, and advocate for their profession. The session will provide tools for effective storytelling, branding and advocacy to reshape public perception and elevate the field of family child care.
Thursday, June 26 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Click here to register
Author Study, Storytime, and Activities based on Mo Willems Work
Presented by: Dawn Espinoza
Mo Willems is best known for his #1 New York Times bestselling picture books, which have been awarded three Caldecott Honors (Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!; Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale; Knuffle Bunny Too: A Case of Mistaken Identity). He also wrote and illustrated the Elephant and Piggie early reader series, which has been awarded two Theodor Geisel Medals and five Geisel Honors. Join us to read, share, and discover activities to implement in your own early learning environments.
Thursday, June 26 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Click here to register
Empowering Child Care Providers: Strategies for Sensory, Behavioral, and Academic Success
By Janis Nakagama
Are you caring for children, from infants to school-age, who face sensory, behavioral, physical, or academic challenges? You’re not alone, and this presentation is for YOU! Join us for a transformative learning experience designed to empower you with the tools and strategies to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children you care for.
Thursday, June 26 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Click here to register
Creating a Responsive Classroom with Leo Leonni’s Picture Books
Presented by: Dawn Espinoza
Many of us have read Leo Leonni’s picture books aloud to young children throughout the years. Join us as we discover the pathway to developing a responsive preschool classroom as we incorporate the author’s books into your morning circle experiences. Participants will incorporate Leo Leonni’s picture books into daily lesson plans to enhance responsive behaviors.
Call for Exhibitors, Mind Sponsors, Ads & Donations <— Use this link to Sign Up Now! with sponsorship levels from $250 to $5,000! Exhibit space still available! only $250 Pay for Exhibit Space online now!
2025 Call for Exhibitors 2025 Sponsor Invite Letter 2025 Call for Mind Sponsors
MIND Sponsorship Levels Include:
| Mind Level | $$ Support | Logo in Book | On-site Signage | Ad in Program Book | Insert in Bags | Table in Vendor Hall |
| Curious | $250-499 | Yes | Yes | |||
| Creative | $500-999 | Yes | Yes | Business Card | ||
| Caring | $1,000-1,499 | Yes | Yes | ¼ page | Yes | 1 table |
| Mind Match | $1,000 or more | Yes | Yes | Logo on Parent Sponsor forms | Yes | 1 table |
| Inquisitive | $1,500-2,499 | Yes | Yes | ½ page | Yes | 1 table |
| Innovative | $2,500-4,999 | Yes | Yes | ¾ page | Yes | 1 table |
| The Ultimate | $5,000 or more | Yes | Yes | Full page | Yes | 2 tables |
2024 Conference (June 26-30, 2024)
Clearwater Beach, FL
2024 Conference Registration Brochure
Save the Date 2024 and 2025 (2-sided flyer)
Related Links
Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista South
4955 Kyngs Heath Rd.
Kissimmee, FL 34746