November 2010 - Online conference registration begins.

March 18, 2011 - Early bird registration deadline

April 15, 2011 - Regular registration deadline

After April 15 - Late registration

May 2, 2011 - Pre-conference sessions begin

May 3, 2011 - Conference begins

2011 National Smart Start Conference

The National Smart Start Conference is the nation’s largest conference devoted to early education systems and strategies. It provides professional development for early education leaders committed to improving the quality of and access to early childhood services for all children. The conference gives participants the opportunity to access the latest research, learn new skills and share lessons learned. As such, it attracts attendees from all facets of early care and education, including government, nonprofit, academic, community, and business leaders.

The 2011 National Smart Start Conference
May 2-5, 2011
The Joseph S. Koury Convention Center
Greensboro, North Carolina