Save the date for the Georgia Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Annual Conference April 11, 2025!
The purpose of the GAFCS Annual Conference is to increase engagement and foster relationships between family and consumer sciences professionals and students in the state of Georgia through educational sessions and networking. Visit this site regularly for conference updates.
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Event Details
- Conference Theme: Rejuvenate, Reenergize and Reimagine Family and Consumer Sciences
- Date: Friday, April 11, 2025
- Conference Time: 8:30 am-4:00 pm
- Location: Fort Valley State University
- Family Development and Child Care Center 1101 Carver Drive, Fort Valley, GA 31030
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Registration Cost:
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Members - $75
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Students - $25
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Non-members - $100
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Conference registration includes materials, meals and welcome event. Late registration add $10 after March 28, 2025
REGISTER HERE
Pre-Conference Opportunities-April 10, 2025
- AAFCS Pre-Conference Credentialing Exam
- GAFCS has graciously offered to sponsor the AAFCS credentialing exam as a pre-conference event on Thursday, April 10, 2025.
- Registration is separate from Annual Conference registration!
- Fee is $95 for this paper-and-pencil exam
- For more details, check out this information sheet!
- **Update (3.11.25): REGISTRATION IS EXTENDED TO MARCH 17, 2025 **
- AAFCS Advocacy Training
- In a fast-paced session LEARN more about GAFCS participation in the AAFCS Advocacy Cohort. HELP increase the visibility of family and consumer sciences. LEARN how to show that we strengthen families, shape communities and build futures. LEARN how to let everyone know that we are here and why we are important! LEARN from GAFCS members who are practicing Advocates!
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10:30 AM – 12:30 PM at FVSU Family Development and Child Care Center, 1101 Carver Drive, Fort Valley 31030
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To register online, complete the form here: https://forms.gle/iz6SeeooUCNJ8YZv7 or download the document and email the completed form to JSCavis@gmail.com. Deadline to register is April 1, 2025!
Print Registration Form (to email to JSCavis@gmail.com)
Schedule for Pre-Conference Events-April 10, 2025
- 10:30am-12:30am- Advocacy Training – separate registration
- 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm - AAFCS Professional Certification Exam– separate registration
- 2:00 pm- Fort Valley State University College of Agriculture and Family Sciences, Technology Tour
- 5:30 pm - Executive Board Meeting
- 6:30 pm - Welcome Event
Schedule for Conference-April 11, 2025
- 8:30 am-9:00 am – Registration
- 9:00 am-9:45am - Opening session
- 9:45 am-10:40 am- Georgia's Path Forward: Innovating Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education for Tomorrow's Workforce
- 10:45 am-11:30 am – Post-Secondary Update
- 11:45 am-1:15 am – Lunch - Business Meeting and Awards Recognition Session
- 1:30 am-2:00 pm – Being Peachy in Peach County
- 2:00 pm-3:00 pm - Utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to Support Everyday Life
- 3:00 pm-3:30 pm -Closing session
Lodging
- Option#1: Hampton Inn Perry 102 Hampton Court Perry GA 31069
- Two double beds non-smoking or one king bed non-smoking - $173.63 plus tax. Reservations can be made by calling 1-800-Hampton or the hotel direct at 478-987-7681. Must book by March 28!
- Group Code: GAFCS
- Check-In-3pm
- Check Out-11am
- Link to book online: https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/prygahx-500-5952c4ed-cc9a-40c0-96f5-52b37de0edf7/ (Online booking code: 500)
- Option #2: Camp John Hope FFA-FCCLA Center Lodging
- Camp John Hope Road 281 Hope Entrance Road Fort Valley, GA 31030
- Double occupancy-$70. Reservations can be made by calling 478-967-2302 and speak with Katherine Self or send email to campjohnhope@gaaged.org
- Group Code: GAFCS
FAQs
- What do I need to wear?
Wear your red or blue!
- Who will be there?
Family and consumer sciences professionals, retirees, alumni, and students from across the state of Georgia and beyond.
- Who do I contact if I have a question?
Send an email to georgiafacs@gmail.com.
- What activities should I expect?
The conference will provide opportunities for networking, panels, and educational sessions. Be prepared to have fun and make connections! A final agenda will be added to this website at least one day before the event. Check you're email closer to the date.
