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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.
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Head Start Features
- Head Start avoids Trump’s cuts, but advocates are ready to defend it: ‘There’s too much good in this’ May 7, 2025 Sara Murphy
- Jennifer Garner steps up for Head Start program May 5, 2025 Morning Joe
- NHSA Improves Access to Early Childhood Education Credentials With Articulate Localization and Rise April 30, 2025
- Can we afford the cost of cutting Head Start? April 30, 2025 Jamie Lackey
- Kids on Campus Initiative Shows Strong Progress in Connecting Head Start and Community Colleges April 28, 2025 Walter Hudson
- Head Start will continue at Powhatan Public Schools, despite prior announcement April 25, 2025
- With Head Start in jeopardy, Trump administration threatens child care for 800,000 kids April 23, 2025 Jenny Gold
- What Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Is Missing About Autism | Opinion April 22, 2025 By Newsweek Staff
- Here’s why Trump’s plan to gut Head Start will hurt you, even if you don’t have kids April 22, 2025
- Head Start’s Future Is Uncertain. Rural Americans Aren’t Ready for What Happens Next. April 21, 2025 Claire Woodcock
OP-EDS
Trump is right about the Department of Education but wrong about Head Start | April 26, 2025
Over 15,000 children are enrolled in Head Start in Wisconsin. We must act now to save it. | April 27, 2025
Head Start is a lifeline, a launchpad for success. Tell Trump to save it | Opinion | April 27, 2025
I was a Head Start kid. I’m devastated by Trump’s attempts to gut it. | Opinion | July 7, 2025
NHSA PRESS RELEASES
NHSA Launches Initiative to Support Mental Health for Head Start Workforce
Helping the Head Start workforce to proactively manage their mental health is crucial to the work NHSA does.
Capitol Hill Press Conference on Child Care Funding in Reconciliation
Campagna Center CEO Tammy Mann speaks on behalf NHSA at a Capitol Hill press conference on child care funding in reconciliation.
Navigating gun violence in the lives of young children
NHSA issued the following statement in response to yesterday’s mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas.
Parent Gauge Partners with ParentPowered Public Benefit Corporation
NHSA’s Parent Gauge is proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership with ParentPowered Public Benefit Corporation.
Statement on Senate Joint Resolution on Vaccine and Mask Requirements
NHSA’s statement in response to S.J.Res 39, a joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of vaccine and mask requirements.
195 Representatives Endorse Robust FY23 Funding for Head Start
NHSA applauds Rep. Clark, Rep. Keller, and the 193 other members of the House signed letters of support requesting robust funding in FY23.
NHSA thanks HHS for Information Memorandum that helps Head Start to Reach SNAP-eligible families
NHSA thanks HHS for taking action on behalf of food insecure children by clearing a pathway to Head Start’s comprehensive services.
Senate Urges HHS to include SNAP, WIC in Head Start eligibility definition
Sen. Hassan and six of her Senate colleagues sent a letter urging HHS to include SNAP and WIC in Head Start eligibility definition.
The Beans and NHSA Announce Partnership to Reduce Teacher’s Financial Stress
The Beans and NHSA announce the launch of their national partnership to support Head Start with tools to reduce financial stress.
Smithsonian’s National Zoo and NHSA Reach Children Nationwide About Animals and Conservation
The Smithsonian Zoo and NHSA announce a year-long partnership to provide learning opportunities to Head Start programs across the country.