2026 GSRP Convening Building Alignment. Driving Excellence. Connecting Together. Join your colleagues from across the state for a dedicated day of connection, strategy, and professional growth. As an add-on to the 2026 Coaching Summit, the GSRP Convening provides a specialized forum for the leaders and specialists who bring Michigan’s Great Start Readiness Program to life. This is more than a meeting- it is your opportunity to step out of the daily routine and into a collective space to sharpen our shared vision for high-quality PreK. Whether you are navigating regional challenges or seeking statewide updates, this day is built to ensure we move forward together. We know your time is at a premium. That is why we have designed the 2026 Coaching Summit and the GSRP Convening to work in tandem. While the Summit builds your individual capacity as a coach and leader, the Convening provides the focused space to deepen relationships and collaborate on solutions. By attending both, you’ll be supported with both personal & professional growth and an opportunity to impact local and statewide programmatic excellence.2026 GSRP Convening Building Alignment. Driving Excellence. Connecting Together. Join your colleagues from across the state for a dedicated day of connection, strategy, and professional growth. As an add-on to the 2026 Coaching Summit, the GSRP Convening provides a specialized forum for the leaders and specialists who bring Michigan’s Great Start Readiness Program to life. This is more than a meeting- it is your opportunity to step out of the daily routine and into a collective space to sharpen our shared vision for high-quality PreK. Whether you are navigating regional challenges or seeking statewide updates, this day is built to ensure we move forward together. We know your time is at a premium. That is why we have designed the 2026 Coaching Summit and the GSRP Convening to work in tandem. While the Summit builds your individual capacity as a coach and leader, the Convening provides the focused space to deepen relationships and collaborate on solutions. By attending both, you’ll be supported with both personal & professional growth and an opportunity to impact local and statewide programmatic excellence.2026 GSRP Convening Building Alignment. Driving Excellence. Connecting Together. Join your colleagues from across the state for a dedicated day of connection, strategy, and professional growth. As an add-on to the 2026 Coaching Summit, the GSRP Convening provides a specialized forum for the leaders and specialists who bring Michigan’s Great Start Readiness Program to life. This is more than a meeting- it is your opportunity to step out of the daily routine and into a collective space to sharpen our shared vision for high-quality PreK. Whether you are navigating regional challenges or seeking statewide updates, this day is built to ensure we move forward together. We know your time is at a premium. That is why we have designed the 2026 Coaching Summit and the GSRP Convening to work in tandem. While the Summit builds your individual capacity as a coach and leader, the Convening provides the focused space to deepen relationships and collaborate on solutions. By attending both, you’ll be supported with both personal & professional growth and an opportunity to impact local and statewide programmatic excellence.

2026 GSRP Convening: Serving GSRP and Strong Beginnings Communities

Join your colleagues from across the state for a dedicated day of connection, strategy, and professional growth. As an add-on to the 2026 Coaching Summit, the GSRP Convening provides a specialized forum for the leaders and specialists who bring Michigan’s Great Start Readiness Program and Strong Beginnings program to life.

This is more than a meeting- it is your opportunity to step out of the daily routine and into a collective space to sharpen our shared vision for high-quality PreK. Whether you are navigating regional challenges or seeking statewide updates, this day is built to ensure we move forward together.

We know your time is at a premium. That is why we have designed the 2026 Coaching Summit and the GSRP Convening to work in tandem. While the Summit builds your individual capacity as a coach and leader, the Convening provides the focused space to deepen relationships and collaborate on solutions. By attending both, you’ll be supported with both personal & professional growth and an opportunity to impact local and statewide programmatic excellence.

Who Should Attend?

  • GSRP Early Childhood Contacts (ECCs)
  • GSRP Early Childhood Specialists (ECSs)
  • Strong Beginnings Early Childhood Specialists (ECSs)
  • ISD Administrators
  • MiLEAP Leadership & Staff

Why Attend?

  • Statewide Alignment: Receive direct updates and clarity on program requirements and state-level initiatives from MiLEAP.
  • Peer Networking: Connect with counterparts from different regions to share success stories, exchange resources, and troubleshoot implementation challenges.
  • Targeted Training: Engage in specialized professional learning focused on your role.
  • Unified Voice: Contribute to the state’s early childhood landscape by learning alongside those who share your mission.

Why Attend Both? A Powerful Dual Experience

We know how precious your time is. That’s why we’ve intentionally designed the Coaching Summit and the GSRP Convening to work hand-in-hand:

  • The 2026 Coaching Summit: Focuses on you, building your individual capacity, expanding your toolkit, and exploring diverse coaching approaches.
  • The GSRP Convening: Focuses on us, deepening regional relationships, tackling local challenges, and collaborating on statewide program excellence.

The Big Picture: By attending both, you’ll gain both personal leadership growth and the collaborative strategies needed to impact your local program and shape the future of Michigan PreK. Let's move forward together. We can't wait to see you in Lansing this November!

Event Details

  • Date: November 17, 2026
  • Location: Lansing Center
  • Registration: Coming Soon!

Note: This event is a specialized add-on to the 2026 Coaching Summit. Please ensure you register for both days.