8 Reasons to Believe in a Parent Nation
Parents cannot and should not be expected to go it alone when engaged in the important work of raising children. We need a Parent Nation.
Program of Excellence: CAPSLO
Migrant and Seasonal program CAPSLO’s commitment to quality is reflected in their designation as a Program of Excellence awarded in 2016.
Partnering on Dental Care for Children
Oral health is an essential component of Head Start’s comprehensive care. Local partnerships ensure every child has access to dental care.
NAACFRC is Changing the African American Family Narrative
National African American Child and Family Research Center (NAACFR) focuses exclusively on African American children and families.
Alumni Spotlight: From Head Start to Financial Wellness
Founding designer of The Beans Alex Orozco writes: “Programs like the one I attended are critical to family stability and financial wellness.”
Women in Head Start’s History: Marian Wright Edelman and Susan Feingold
Marian Wright Edelman and Susan Feingold embodied Head Start’s mission from the beginning, creating programs rooted in equity and community.
Head Start School-Community Partnerships Create Change
Head Start agencies introduce school districts to the power of school-community partnerships focused on children and families.
President’s Day and the History of Head Start
Head Start has been transforming the lives of Americans through 11 presidential administrations. In honor of President’s Day, we reflect on our history.
Black Leaders Sustain the Head Start Legacy
NHSA celebrates leaders—from members of Congress to the director of the Office of Head Start—who represent Head Start’s legacy.
Black History Month: Dr. Marvin Hogan’s Lasting Legacy
The Child Development Group of Mississippi’s inaugural year was full of obstacles. Strong Black leaders persevered to bring it to life.
Black History Month: A Reflection on Head Start History
In honor of Black History Month, we reflect on just how deeply intertwined Head Start’s history is with that of the Civil Rights Movement.
A Head Start on Black History Month celebrations
In honor of Black History Month, children in Head Start classrooms across the country learn about and celebrate the impact of Black leaders.