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Head Start California Interviewed by Fox40 News about $50 Million Budget Request
Posted In: Advocacy & Policy News,
Date posted Apr 28

Head Start California’s Director was interviewed by Fox40 about their $50M budget request, highlighting advocacy efforts to support early childhood...

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Changing Eligibility in a SNAP
Posted In: HSC Updates,
Date posted Apr 21

Head Start California expands eligibility to include SNAP benefits, enhancing access to quality childcare for vulnerable children and families...

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Head Start California Statement on April 3 Downtown Sacramento Violence
Posted In: HSC Updates,
Date posted Apr 4

Head Start California mourns the April 3 Sacramento violence, emphasizing commitment to safer communities and stronger families through supportive...

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2022 Annual Conference Recap
Posted In: HSC Updates,
Date posted Mar 1

We definitely colored outside the lines! Head Start California would like to applaud the 2022 Annual Conference planning committee members for their...

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Governor's Budget Falls Short of Dedicated Head Start Funding, Despite a Budget Surplus
Posted In: Advocacy & Policy News,
Date posted Jan 10

Governor Newsom’s 2022-23 budget misses dedicated funding for Head Start California, despite a $20.6B surplus. Advocates urge investment to support...

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Media Release: Child Advocacy Group Thanks Legislative Champion
Posted In: Advocacy & Policy News, Media Releases,
Date posted Nov 1

California Assembly Majority Leader Eloise Gómez Reyes champions a $50M budget to support Head Start programs, enhancing early childhood care for...

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Op-Ed from Leading Child Childcare Expert
Posted In: Advocacy & Policy News,
Date posted Sep 13

Explore Dr. Michael Olenick’s expert analysis on California’s Universal Transitional Kindergarten, highlighting impacts on childcare quality, family...

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Media Release: HSC Urges Legislature and Governor to Agree on Budget that Supports Head Start
Posted In: Advocacy & Policy News, Media Releases,
Date posted Jun 23

Head Start California urges state funding to support diverse Head Start programs amid TK expansion, ensuring stability for 100,000+ children and...

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Media Release: California Lawmakers Urge Funding for Head Start, Serving Most Vulnerable Children
Posted In: Advocacy & Policy News, Media Releases,
Date posted Jun 9

California lawmakers urge $50M state funding for Head Start to support vulnerable children, expand services, and aid workforce amid TK expansion.

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Media Release: Over 50 California Organizations Call for State Funding for Head Start
Posted In: Advocacy & Policy News, Media Releases,
Date posted Jun 4

Over 50 California organizations, led by Head Start California, are calling for $50 million in state funding to support Head Start programs,...

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Media Release: Head Start California’s Statement on the May Revise
Posted In: Advocacy & Policy News, Media Releases,
Date posted May 14

Head Start California urges equitable funding in Governor Newsom’s May Revise to expand early childhood learning, supporting diverse families via a...

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AB 22 Is Not the Only Solution for California’s Children and Families
Posted In: Advocacy & Policy News,
Date posted May 4

Head Start California opposes AB 22, citing risks to low-income families, developmental needs of 4-year-olds, childcare flexibility, and federal...

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