Ohio Head Start Association, Inc.

Investing in Tomorrow: Every smile is a mission! Supporting Head Start invests in success, nourishment, and joy for Ohio's children. Join us in giving every child the fair start they deserve, resulting in a higher earning potential and economic success in adulthood – reducing dollars needed for public assistance and the criminal justice system. Together, we can shape a brighter future in Ohio! #InvestInJoy #OHSAI #HeadStart #HeadStartPreschool #EarlyHeadStart #InvestInJoy #HeadStartAwareness #CelebratingHSAM

🍁🍂Here is a great fall art idea for toddlers and older: https://loom.ly/700Ot4Y Draw a simple tree outline on white paper and then with autumn paint colors and cotton swabs, let your child dab leaves both on the tree and falling under the tree. This art project opens the door for many discussions regarding colors, shapes, stating what we see out our windows and season changes. #OHSAI #HeadStart #HeadStartPreschool #EarlyHeadStart #ChildrenCreateArt

#HeadStart means providing health services like: 💉 immunizations 🪥 dental care ⚕️ medical check-ups 😃 mental health support 🍎 nutritional services ➕ early detection #HeadStartAwareness

Since 1965, Head Start programs have provided services to America’s children and families. 💪💙 Help us raise awareness about the impact of Head Start programs this #HeadStartAwarenessMonth. Discover what Head Start programs offer and how to apply: https://loom.ly/7zDuySw #CelebratingHSAM

Today is Global Handwashing Day! Proper handwashing helps prevent spread of infections, diseases, and other harmful germs. Consider using fun soap, singing a special song, or introducing handwashing sensory play to teach small children to wash their hands. #GlobalHandwashingDay

September 15-October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month. The sharing of language and culture in program and school settings teaches children to feel good about who they are, and helps their peers learn to value cultural differences. It also helps families feel welcome and a part of the program or school environment. Head Start supports these efforts by being intentional about language and cultural policies and practices in programs and schools. #HispanicHeritageMonth #OHSAI #HeadStart #HeadStartPreschool #EarlyHeadStart

Want to find your local Head Start center? Head Start programs help America’s children succeed in school and in life. 🌟 📍Use our Head Start Locator to find your local program in Ohio: https://loom.ly/B6OKrfk #HeadStartAwarenessMonth #CelebratingHSAM #OHSAI

Today is World Mental Health Day! Visit https://loom.ly/2W2op1Q to help children understand that mental health is part of the big picture of health — healthy minds and bodies are all one! When children take care of their bodies through movement, rest and sleep, and nutrition, they’re also taking care of their brains. #OHSAI #HeadStart #HeadStartPreschool #EarlyHeadStart #WorldMentalHealthDay

Join in the Great Apple Crunch TODAY! Cut apples into age-appropriate slices and pair with a spoonful of peanut butter or Greek yogurt for a fun snack. 🍎 For more ideas visit: https://loom.ly/RUHnvaQ #F2SMonth #farmtoschool #greatapplecrunch #OHSAI

September 15-October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month. Learning more than one language provides children with enhanced cognitive functions as well as positive language and social development. To support lifelong strong communication skills, Head Start encourages parents to foster a love for all languages—at home and at school—with their children! 📚Families in Ohio now have the option to receive a 100% free high quality, bilingual English/Spanish book collection for children under 5 to delivered to them each month from Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. 🌐Register your child here: https://loom.ly/D86N5JM #HispanicHeritageMonth #OHSAI #HeadStart #HeadStartPreschool #EarlyHeadStart