About TCCAC

The Texas Center for Child and Family Studies invites you to attend the 2026 Texas Child Care Administrators Conference on September 21-23 at the Gaylord Texan in Grapevine, TX!

TCCAC is the largest child and family wellbeing conference in Texas that connects over 1,500 child welfare professionals with the latest information and training on effectively delivering quality care to the children, youth, and families we serve.

Earn all the certification credits needed for renewal at TCCAC 2026:

– 15 Pre-approved Licensed Child Care Administrator or Licensed Child Placing Agency Administrator Continuing Education Credits 

– Credits also available for Attorneys (Continuing Legal Education Credits) 

Step Right Up: About our 2026 Theme

Each year, the Texas Child Care Administrators Conference brings together dedicated professionals and leaders who are ready to learn, connect, and lead with purpose. This year’s theme, Step Right Up, is a call to step into the moment with confidence and courage—even when the path ahead isn’t fully clear. Leadership often means showing up before you have all the answers, trusting your experience, values, and community to guide you forward. Whether you are navigating change, supporting your team, or advocating for children and families, you already have what you need to lead with intention and impact. Together, we step up for one another, for the children in our care, and for the future of Texas families. 

Book Your Stay

Hotel rooms are now available at the JW Marriott Resort and Spa.

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The Schedule

Registration is now open! Check out our line up of inspiring and educational workshops.

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Our Keynote Speakers

Opening Keynote

Jamerika Haynes-Lewis

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Lunch Keynote

Dr. Mariel Buqué

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Closing Keynote

Dr. Dhriti Stocks

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