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My Head Start Story: Maria Luz
Posted In: Head Start Stories,
Date posted Oct 13

Discover Maria Luz’s inspiring Head Start story of overcoming language barriers, advancing education, and building a career in child development.

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My Head Start Story: Stephanie
Posted In: Head Start Stories,
Date posted Oct 13

Discover Stephanie’s inspiring Head Start story: from a foster parent to educator, she shares how Early Head Start’s support transformed her...

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My Head Start Story: Cynthia
Posted In: Head Start Stories,
Date posted Oct 6

Discover Cynthia’s inspiring Head Start story: from immigrant and early childhood student to leader, she empowers children and families through...

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Media Release: New Law Adds ECE Representation to the Commission on Teacher Credentialing
Posted In: Media Releases,
Date posted Oct 3

Head Start California celebrates AB 1123 law adding early childhood education experts to the Commission on Teacher Credentialing, strengthening ECE...

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My Head Start Story: Gladys
Posted In: Head Start Stories,
Date posted Sep 19

Discover Gladys' inspiring Head Start story: from a parent's hope to a dedicated Early Head Start leader, gaining education, career, and purpose.

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Media Release: Assembly Resolution Honoring 60 Years of Head Start is Chaptered into Law
Posted In: Media Releases,
Date posted Sep 18

California officially chapters Assembly Joint Resolution 12, honoring 60 years of Head Start's vital early education and family support services.

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My Head Start Story: Candace
Posted In: Head Start Stories,
Date posted Sep 12

Discover Candace’s inspiring Head Start journey—from a concerned parent seeking speech support to a dedicated Family Service Worker empowering...

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My Head Start Story: Rochelle
Posted In: Head Start Stories,
Date posted Sep 12

Discover Rochelle's inspiring Head Start journey—from a young mother completing her education to a dedicated Center Director empowering families...

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Media Release: Head Start California Responds to Federal House Committee Markup
Posted In: Media Releases,
Date posted Sep 8

Head Start California urges Congress to include a cost-of-living increase in FY 2026 funding to prevent cuts in essential early learning, nutrition,...

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Media Release: Head Start California Responds to Federal Appropriations Bill Markup
Posted In: Media Releases,
Date posted Aug 5

Head Start California urges Congress to increase federal funding for FY 2026 to support vital early education, child care, and family services amid...

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My Head Start Story: Iris
Posted In: Head Start Stories,
Date posted May 30

Discover Iris's inspiring Head Start story overcoming postpartum depression with Early Head Start support, empowering her daughter Lulu to thrive...

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My Head Start Story: Kari
Posted In: Head Start Stories,
Date posted May 28

Discover Kari’s inspiring Head Start story highlighting early literacy, social-emotional learning, family support, and the program’s lasting impact...

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