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Grow with the Learning and Insight Network (Link)

Every data point in Head Start tells a story of transformation, resilience, and possibility.

Head Start Link brings these insights together so you can make informed decisions and connects you with other programs so you can learn from each other.

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Thanks to a generous grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, NHSA is able to develop and expand Head Start Link while subsidizing the full subscription for all programs participating currently.

Turn Insights Into Action

Discover what's working across Head Start nationwide. Compare your approaches with similar programs, uncover successful strategies, and make data-driven decisions that enhance your impact.

Simple and Intuitive

There is no need for costly consultants or additional on-staff data capacity—our user-friendly platform puts powerful visuals at your fingertips, so you can focus resources where they matter most—on serving children and families.

Learn Together, Grow Together

Join a nationwide community of passionate Head Start leaders sharing paths to success. Because when programs share knowledge and learn from each other's journeys, we all rise together.

Secure and Private

Share program insights with confidence, knowing you control exactly what you contribute to our collective learning. Your program's data is precious—we protect it with leading security.

What Programs Say

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"Before the vital signs dashboard, applying for my in-kind waiver always snuck up on me, leaving me stressed and rushing to submit it on time. Now I can track our progress throughout the year and plan ahead, making the process much smoother."

— Keri Allred, Executive Director
RUCD

A Learning and Insights Network

Every data point in Head Start tells a story of transformation, resilience, and possibility.

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