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.
Alumni Spotlight: Chau Bang Nguyen
Chau Bang Nguyen says: “Head Start was the inspiration for me wanting a community-based career that focused on servant leadership.”
It Takes a Parent Nation
Dr. Dana Suskind is building a Parent Nation and is calling on parents to foster community, forge collective identity, and fight for change.
Head Start celebrates MLK Day
Head Start celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy year round by working towards his vision for racial equality.
Program of Excellence: Hillsborough County Head Start/Early Head Start
Hillsborough County Head Start/Early Head Start has been an NHSA Program of Excellence for more than two decades.