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Head Start Heads to the Capitol
Posted In: HSC Updates,
Date posted Apr 2

Join over 200 Head Start staff and parents advocating at California’s Capitol for AB 1930 to support early childhood education and teacher permits.

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HSC Annual Conference hosts 650 staff and parents in Long Beach
Posted In: HSC Updates,
Date posted Mar 7

Head Start California’s 2024 Annual Conference in Long Beach united 650+ staff and parents for inspiring sessions, keynotes, networking, and early...

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Please welcome HSC's newest team member, Edwin Abarca
Posted In: HSC Updates,
Date posted Jan 31

Meet Edwin Abarca, Head Start California’s new Administrative and Finance Coordinator, bringing extensive experience to support early childhood...

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Head Start California Advocacy Updates
Posted In: Advocacy & Policy News,
Date posted Jan 4

Stay updated on Head Start California's 2024 advocacy efforts, federal funding challenges, proposed rule changes, and state legislation to support...

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Highlights from HSC's Achievements in Fiscal Year 2023
Posted In: HSC Updates,
Date posted Jan 4

Discover Head Start California’s top achievements in fiscal 2023, including strategic planning, advocacy, conferences, and job postings supporting...

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HSC Announces Retirement of Joe Franklin, Manager of Finance and Operations
Posted In: HSC Updates,
Date posted Dec 1

Head Start California honors Joe Franklin’s retirement after 6+ years leading finance, HR, operations, and events, securing $300K in COVID-19 grants.

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Major Updates Proposed to Head Start Program Performance Standards
Posted In: Advocacy & Policy News,
Date posted Nov 30

Discover major proposed updates to Head Start Program Performance Standards, including enhanced employee compensation, mental health support, and...

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Head Start Looking Forward
Posted In: HSC Updates,
Date posted Oct 31

Discover visionary insights on the future of Head Start by Paul Behrman, emphasizing grassroots leadership, quality improvements, and advocacy for...

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Federal and State Advocacy Updates
Posted In: Advocacy & Policy News,
Date posted Oct 31

Stay updated on Head Start California's federal and state advocacy efforts, including legislative bills, funding, and policy work to support early...

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Mapping the Road Ahead: Insights from the Head Start Professional Development Survey
Posted In: HSC Updates,
Date posted Oct 26

Discover key insights from the 2023 Head Start Professional Development Survey highlighting staffing challenges, pandemic impacts, and the demand...

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My Head Start Story: Ramona
Posted In: Head Start Stories,
Date posted Oct 9

Discover Ramona's inspiring Head Start story: how her daughter's early education sparked a journey to pediatric optometry success.

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My Head Start Story: Valery
Posted In: Head Start Stories,
Date posted Oct 5

Discover Valery’s inspiring Head Start story, highlighting family growth, education, and community impact through early childhood programs since 1995.

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