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Head Start Cuento: Martha
Posted In: Head Start Stories,
Date posted Oct 2

Presentado por MarthaPadre de Head Start Cuando mi hijo tenía 3 años de edad, estaba buscando desesperadamente ayuda de cuidado de...

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It's Head Start Awareness Month: Celebrate with us
Posted In: HSC Updates,
Date posted Oct 1

Celebrate Head Start Awareness Month by exploring inspiring stories and advocacy efforts to protect vital Head Start funding and support early...

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HSC Joins 70 Head Start Advocates from California in Washington, D.C.
Posted In: Advocacy & Policy News,
Date posted Sep 28

Head Start California joined 70 advocates in D.C. to urge Congress to increase funding, support the Head Way Act, and highlight Head Start's vital...

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My Head Start Story: Angelica
Posted In: Head Start Stories,
Date posted Sep 28

Discover Angelica's inspiring Head Start story, highlighting Migrant Head Start's impact on education, family involvement, and lifelong learning...

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My Head Start Story: Ciara
Posted In: Head Start Stories,
Date posted Sep 28

Discover Ciara’s inspiring Head Start story: from a struggling parent to an early childhood advocate with a master’s in psychology, empowered by...

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My Head Start Story: Naomi
Posted In: Head Start Stories,
Date posted Sep 28

Discover Naomi Byrdo’s inspiring Head Start story, highlighting the program’s impact on early childhood education and her advocacy for quality...

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Updates from the CHSSCO Director, Ristyn Woolley (August Recap)
Posted In: HSC Updates,
Date posted Aug 31

Get the latest updates from CHSSCO Director Ristyn Woolley on California Head Start programs, staffing, events, and state workgroups advancing early...

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Commission on Teacher Credentialing Convenes Child Development Permit Workgroup
Posted In: HSC Updates,
Date posted Aug 30

The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing formed a Child Development Permit Workgroup to update permit structures, emphasizing equity and...

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Ristyn Woolley Appointed Head Start Collaboration Director
Posted In: HSC Updates,
Date posted Jul 25

Ristyn Woolley is appointed Director of California Head Start Collaboration Office, bringing 24+ years in early learning to enhance Head Start...

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Media Release: Head Start California Welcomes New Executive Director, Melanee Cottrill
Posted In: Media Releases,
Date posted Jul 18

Head Start California appoints Melanee Cottrill as its first female executive director, bringing nonprofit leadership and advocacy expertise to...

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HSC Board of Directors Welcomes Two New Board Members
Posted In: HSC Updates,
Date posted Jun 1

HSC Board welcomes Juan Cisneros and Michelle Dove as new members representing North Coast and Migrant Clusters. Join Head Start committees to make...

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Blending, Braiding and Layering with Head Start Webinar: Recording is now available
Posted In: HSC Updates,
Date posted May 31

Watch the Head Start California webinar on blending, braiding, and layering funding to maximize resources for early childhood programs. Recording...

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