National Head Start Association

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For 60 years, #HeadStart has been changing lives—just like it did for Marcus Harris, the director from Kiddie Learning Center in Tennessee! 🎉 As a proud Head Start alum, Marcus is now giving back, ensuring today’s children and families have the same opportunities to grow, thrive, and succeed. Here’s to 60 years of impact and many more to come! https://lnkd.in/gamD5Sqv #HappybirthdayHeadStart

All behavior is communication—especially the ones that challenge us. But what if we could turn those moments into opportunities for trust, joy, and connection? 💡 In this engaging webinar series, our experts will share innovative, movement-based strategies to create a trust-filled classroom where challenging behaviors decrease, and delightful interactions thrive!

We’re excited to welcome five amazing new team members to Muskogee County Head Start/Early Head Start! What better way to start their journey than by celebrating Head Start’s birthday on their very first day? Thank you for kicking off this new chapter with us and for sharing in the joy of Head Start’s mission from day one! Join the celebration by signing our birthday card! https://lnkd.in/g9srQypC #HappyBirthdayHeadStart

We are excited to share Mary Grace Romo, M.Ed.'s insightful session at the National Conference that will help revolutionize family engagement with AI! With over 30 years of experience as an educator, administrator, Head Start director, and consultant across North America, South America, and China, Mary Grace is a trailblazer in equity, inclusivity, and family empowerment. Her expertise in leveraging technology to strengthen connections will provide you with innovative strategies to enhance your program’s impact.

🤝 Head Start Link fosters collaboration by connecting #HeadStart program leaders. It’s a place to share successes and strategies, and learn from each other’s experiences based on real-time data. Start your FREE access with your NHSA membership. >> https://lnkd.in/egpvM5c6

At Tri-County Child and Family Development Council, strong staff training means better outcomes for children. As hiring needs grew, the team needed a more efficient way to onboard and support educators. Learn how Tri-County is making professional development easier and more effective.

Get ready for a wild learning adventure! 🌍🎉 NHSA and the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute are bringing Zoo in the Classroom—a high-energy, interactive experience designed just for Head Start & Early Head Start programs! Through music, movement, and live animal lessons, children will stay active, engaged, and thriving while learning about amazing zoo creatures! 🦓🐾

Check out this beautiful birthday display created by our friends at Head Start of Washington County, Inc to celebrate another year of empowering children and families! 🥳🎈 Join the celebration by signing our birthday card! https://lnkd.in/gEMCb2mP #HappyBirthdayHeadStart

As an Entrepreneur, author, and motivational speaker, Niki Spears, Author has inspired thousands of educators and school leaders to embrace self-awareness and shift mindsets for greater impact. Her transformative approach helps leaders overcome limiting beliefs and build inclusive, empowering environments where everyone thrives. Check out Niki Spears’ powerful session on creating a culture of belonging at the National Conference! #NHSA25 https://lnkd.in/g34cg55Y