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Head Start California celebrates AB 2131's passage, enabling a single childcare license for ages 0-5, simplifying regulations and enhancing provider...

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Assembly Bill 2131 advances to the Governor, enabling a single childcare license for all ages. This boosts provider flexibility and care continuity.

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Help address the Head Start staffing crisis by sharing your data in a quick survey. Support advocacy efforts to inform Congress on early childhood...

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California's 2022-23 budget boosts early learning with expanded child care slots, supports for dual language learners, disabilities, and...

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Recap of Head Start California's Leadership and Wellness Symposium, a 3-day event focused on mental health, wellness, and leadership tools for Head...

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California's $2B child care budget proposal excludes funding for vulnerable families below the poverty line, impacting Head Start-eligible children.

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Addressing California's Head Start classroom crisis caused by low teacher wages, this article urges state investment to reopen classrooms and...

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Head Start California's 2022 Managers & Directors Institute reunited nearly 200 leaders for workshops on leadership, well-being, DEI, and data...

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Head Start California urges Gov. Newsom to fund teacher salaries in the May Revise to protect early learning, support vulnerable families, and...

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

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