ERSEA Networking

• Come join other Iowa Head Start Program ERSEA Specialists and support staff for an informative morning of networking.

  Agenda:

  • Introductions and welcome
  • Seasoned ERSEA Specialist, Michelle Skadburg, will present an overview of ERSEA basics and answer questions.
  • Looking ahead at how eligibility changes could impact program procedures – injunctions in place – still accepting immigrants as before
  • Housing calculator – how is it working
  • Responding to Community Needs Assessments
  • Determining and Documenting Eligibility
  • Using data to support program planning and selection process
    • Selection Criteria – weighted points
  • Attendance Plans – attendance data/documentation
  • Homelessness/Self Employment – documentation/self-declaration
  • Recruitment – brainstorming and sharing ideas
  • IHSA recruitment video – feel free to use link HERE
  • Topics on your mind- Questions/Celebrations/Concerns
  • What topics would you like to see for IHSA Networking sessions and/or professional development?
  • Be sure to like and follow IHSA’s Facebook page HERE 
  • IHSA Annual Meeting – November 5th – Des Moines – Learn more HERE!
  • Save the Date – IHSA Spring Conference and Awards Celebration – April 1, 2026

What is working well in your program and what areas are you looking for some support and ideas? This peer group is here to have an open discussion and share ideas and challenges. Are you needing guidance on a policies or procedures? Are you new to your position? Bring your questions!