We are looking forward to seeing you at the Gaylord Texan Resort on Monday, September 21!
Start your journey now and download our Conference Mobile App. Build your schedule, explore sponsors and exhibitors, and interact with other attendees all in the palm of your hand!
Or follow these instructions:
1. On the device you’re bringing to the event, access the App Store or Google Play Store and search for the “Cvent Events” app. Once you’ve found the app, download it.
2. Open the app and search for “2026 Texas Child Care Administrators Conference: Step Right Up” in the search bar and download the event.
3. Be sure you’ve updated the CVENT App to the most recent version via your app store.
** The Cvent Events App requires iOS 17 and higher or Android 13 and higher. Kindle Fire and other devices that use the Amazon App Store are not supported.**
Log in using the name and email you used for your conference registration, then enter the verification code that was emailed and texted to you.
Here’s a quick troubleshooting guide.
Need more help? Email us at conference@tacfs.org.
Navigate to “All Sessions” or “My Schedule” to see sessions. Add or remove sessions on your schedule using the + or √ buttons.
Continuing Education Credits (CEs) and Session Evaluations: To receive a Certificate of Attendance, you must enter the session code into the survey link in the App and click “Done.” This code will be provided to you at the end of each session you attend.
To enter the code, navigate to the schedule and select the session you attended. Find the survey link at the bottom of the session listing. Open the survey and enter the 6-digit code provided at the end of your session in the first field. Scroll down to complete the survey (optional but very much appreciated). Don’t forget to click “Done” at the end of the survey.
If you prefer the old school version, use this downloadable Attendance Verification Form. For Continuing Legal Education (CLE), use this form: CLE Reporting Form
All In Person registrants also have access to the Conference Attendee Website! You’ll be asked to log in the same way you logged into the App. All virtual sessions will be available on demand for 90 days after the event.
Location: 1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine, TX 76051. The TCCAC is in the VINEYARD TOWERS located to the right of the main hotel entrance.
Parking: Self-parking is $18 per day.
Check-In: Check-in begins Monday, September 21, at 8 a.m. on Level 1 of Vineyard Towers. All conference attendees should check in to get their name badge and conference program.
Sessions: The first session begins Monday, September 21, at 10 a.m., and our opening general session begins at 12:20 p.m.
Day one lunch is on your own. If you purchased a boxed lunch with your registration, you will receive a ticket when you check in for the conference. Use your ticket to grab your boxed lunch on Level 2 of Vineyard Towers in the Exhibit Hall.
You can find other dining options at they Gaylord here.
Enjoy appetizers, networking, a cash bar, and maybe a little dancing!
Monday, September 21, 5:30-7 p.m. in the Tate Ballroom and Exhibit Hall on Level 2
Wednesday, September 23, 7:30 a.m. in the Exhibit Hall on Level 2
Start your day on a high note with a morning of music along with your coffee and breakfast.
Play the Exhibitor Bingo game for a chance to win prizes!
Don't forget to visit our industry-leading exhibitors in the Exhibit Hall on Level 2. Refreshments are served in the exhibitor hall during breaks throughout the conference.
Explore the Conference Attendee Website for everything you need to know to join the conference virtually!
Build your schedule, explore sponsors and exhibitors, and interact with other attendees all in the comfort of your home or work space!
1. Click the button below to enter the website.
2. Log in using the name and email you used for your conference registration.
3. You’ll receive a verification code via email and text that will grant you access to the event.
4. Enter the code and you’ll be admitted to the website.
Here’s a quick troubleshooting guide for navigating the website.
Need help? Email us at conference@tacfs.org
Navigate to “Schedule” then to “All Sessions” or “My Schedule” to see sessions. Add or switch sessions on your schedule by clicking “Add.”
Join sessions when they begin by clicking the “Join session” button to access the session video or live stream. The Join session button will be available five minutes before the session start time.
Continuing Education Credits (CEs) and Session Evaluations: To receive a Certificate of Attendance, you must enter the session code into the survey link on the website and click “Done.” This code will be provided to you at the end of each session you attend.
Find the survey link on the right side of the screen. Open the survey and enter the 6-digit code provided at the end of your session in the first field. Scroll down to complete the survey (optional but very much appreciated). Don’t forget to click “Done” at the end of the survey. If you prefer the old school version, use this Attendance Verification Form.
All virtual sessions will be available on demand for 90 days after the event.
VIRTUAL CONFERENCE TIPS
The Conference Attendee Website is compatible with the latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Microsoft Edge.
Log in to the website in advance to make sure you don’t have any issues.