Event Overview

Event Name: ELQN Farewell Summer Celebration
Hosted by: East Harris County Empowerment Council (EHCEC)
Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Time: 5:00PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Galena Park Resource & Training Center (1721 16th St. Galena Park, TX 77547)

Event Purpose

The ELQN Farewell Summer Celebration brings together families from the East Harris County area communities to celebrate the impact of the Early Learning Quality Network (ELQN) project in East Harris County.

During this event, EHCEC will share highlights from midpoint survey analysis findings and Year 2 evaluation results, showcasing how the project has supported families, children, and childcare providers across the service area.

Families will receive Children’s Museum of Houston family tickets to encourage continued learning and engagement through educational play.

EHCEC remains committed to connecting families and childcare providers with resources that promote early literacy, school readiness, and access to learning materials, helping children build strong foundations for future success.

Key Stakeholders & Contacts

• Event Lead: EHCEC Program Team

• Venue: The Galena Park Resource and Training Center (1721 16th St. Galena Park, TX 77547)

• Evaluation/Presentation Team: ELQN Evaluation Staff

• Community Partners: Local childcare providers, families, and early learning stakeholders

Pre-Event Planning Timeline

6–8 Weeks Before (Late April – Early May)

• Confirm venue materials (finalize location, capacity, logistics)

• Develop event materials (agenda, signage, activity sheets)

• Order Children’s Museum of Houston tickets

• Begin outreach to families and childcare providers

3–4 Weeks Before (Mid-May)

• Finalize run of show and speaker roles

• Confirm AV and room setup needs

• Prepare evaluation presentation (slides, talking points)

• Design and print event signage and materials

1–2 Weeks Before (Early June)

• Confirm attendance numbers

• Assemble family ticket packets

• Finalize staffing assignments

• Conduct internal walkthrough of event flow

Week of Event

• Confirm venue logistics with Ms. Martha Perez

• Prepare all materials and supplies

• Send final reminders to families and partners

Staffing Plan

Materials & Supplies

Event Materials

• Sign-in sheets or digital check-in system

• Name tags and markers

• Event signage (welcome, directional, program)

• Printed agendas (optional)

Family Engagement Materials

• Activity sheets and crayons/pencils

• Summer reading checklist templates

• Literacy game materials

Distribution Items

• Children’s Museum of Houston ticket packets

Setup & Logistics

• Tables (check-in, resource tables, activity stations)

• Chairs for families

• AV equipment (microphone, speaker, projector if needed)

• EHCEC branding materials (tablecloths, banners)