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Head Start and State Early Childhood Systems: Opportunities for Policymakers About NHSA Our Work Conferences The Academy Tools & Resources Membership With decades of research documenting the developmental and economic benefits of investment in the early years, states continue to expand their commitment to… Read More
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In response to the House Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee recommending level funding for Head Start in FY26... Read More
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Webinar Series: Tackling Behaviors that Challenge Us Program: Tackle Behaviors that Challenge: by having FUN Register Now Description: All behavior is communication. Especially the behaviors that we adults find challenging. Now what can you do about it? In this webinar series, our experts will share innovative… Read More
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Mental health is essential to laying the groundwork for all future development in young children. Learn more about social-emotional development and how your relationships with young children can positively impact their current and future mental health and well-being! Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) is widely regarded as the… Read More
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Share Your Story About NHSA Our Work Conferences The Academy Tools & Resources Membership Every Story Strengthens Head Start Parents, alumni, and staff—your experiences shape Head Start’s past, present, and future. We want your stories!… Read More
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Newsroom About NHSA Our Work Conferences The Academy Tools & Resources Membership Representative Nanette Barragán Honored With NHSA PROMISE Award for Championing Early Childhood Programs October 1, 2025 ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The National Head Start Association has awarded Congresswoman Nanette Diaz Barragán (CA-44) the PROMISE… Read More
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Starling Minds Mental Fitness Starling Minds Mental Fitness is a self-guided digital program that is available 24/7. It’s immediate, private, and tailored for Head Start staff (and their families) through NHSA membership. In three simple steps a day, you can proactively build daily habits that will help you better manage… Read More
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Newsroom About NHSA Our Work Conferences The Academy Tools & Resources Membership Statement on Passing of Dr. Robert Cooke February 5, 2014 Dr. Robert Cooke with a patient in 1982. WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Sunday, February 2, 2014, Dr. Robert Cooke, a… Read More
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Program: Cabinet of Wonder: A Private Film Screening with Natalie Merchant Description: Join us for our official kick-off of the Cabinet of Wonder, a free online curriculum, resources and teaching guides for Head Start teachers and staff nationwide. This innovative program was created with singer, songwriter and performer… Read More
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Empowers Head Start leaders to confidently use data to drive positive change and transform the lives of children and families. No matter where you are in your journey to becoming a data leader, you’ll leave this course with greater confidence in working with data and the tools to drive positive… Read More