Conference Schedule

7:30 a.m.

8:30 – 5:00 p.m.



5:00 p.m.

Conference registration opens for persons participating in pre-conference sessions.
Pre-Conference sessions will be held today. While there is no extra cost to attend these sessions, space is limited and persons must register in advance to attend specific pre-conference workshops.  Sign up when you register for the conference!
Pre-Conference activities conclude.

8:30 a.m.
10 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
12:00 noon
1:30 – 3:00 p.m. 
3:00 – 3:30 p.m. 
3:30 – 5:00 p.m.    
5:30 p.m. 

Advocacy Center and Early Childhood Resource Room open.
Conference Opening Session and Keynote Address
Lunch on your own
Workshops
Break
Workshops
Evening Reception and Resource Marketplace: All persons registered for the conference are invited to attend!

8:30 – 10:00 a.m.  
10:00 - 10:30 a.m. 
10:30 – 12:00 p.m. 
Noon
12:00 – 1:30 p.m. 

1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
3:00 – 3:30 p.m.
3:30 – 5:00 p.m.
6:00 – 9:00 p.m.  

Workshops
Break
Workshops
Lunch on your own
Local Smart Start Partnerships Board Chair & Executive Director Luncheon
(By invitation only.)
Workshops
Break
Workshops
Smart Start Celebration Dinner: Open to all registered conference attendees. Dinner program includes a nationally renowned keynote speaker.

8:30 – 10:00 a.m.
10:00 - 10:30 a.m. 
10:30 – 12:00 p.m. 
10:30 a.m. 
12:00 noon

Workshops
Break
Workshops
Advocacy Center and Early Childhood Resource Room close.
2008 National Smart Start Conference concludes.