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NHSA provides the latest on Head Start news and actions—and can connect you with our education policy and program experts to dig deeper into the issues. Through press releases, position statements, and media kits, our team provides clear, timely updates and analysis of early childhood education and care news from across the country.
NHSA NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
NHSA Response to FY22 Continuing Resolution
NHSA urges Congress to pass of a new bill for FY23 and not let the continuing resolution stretch past December for a second year in a row.
Response to the Office of the Inspector General’s Report
NHSA released the following statement in response to the report released by the Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General.
Zigler Documentary Premieres at Fall Leadership Insitute
The tribute brings to life Dr. Zigler’s legacy through video and audio clips by family, former students, colleagues, and luminaries.
Response to the Head Start Mask Announcement
In response to today’s mask announcement from the Office of Head Start, NHSA’s Deputy Director released the following statement.
NHSA to HHS: Lack of Clarity on IFC is Destabilizing
NHSA wrote to HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra, as Head Start programs prepare for the school year, to ask: when can we expect a final rule?
Reconciliation package lacks critical funding for Head Start, early child education and care
While Congress is steering support toward American households, the reconciliation proposal ultimately fails children and families.
NHSA Encouraged by Comparable FY23 Funding Levels in Senate and House
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Head Start Association applauds the draft fiscal year 2023 (FY23) Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies bill released today by the U.S….
Congress Must Act on Behalf of Children and Families
NHSA’s statement in response to the Senate’s proposed reconciliation package.
Senate Must Make Good on Promise to Solve Child Care Crisis
NHSA responds to movement on a reconciliation package framework that excludes any funding for child care and early learning.
Workforce Report Coverage
A round-up of coverage about NHSA’s recent workforce report, Confronting Head Start’s Workforce Crisis.