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.
Read PostHelp address the Head Start staffing crisis by sharing your data in a quick survey. Support advocacy efforts to inform Congress on early childhood...
Read PostCalifornia's 2022-23 budget boosts early learning with expanded child care slots, supports for dual language learners, disabilities, and...
Read PostRecap of Head Start California's Leadership and Wellness Symposium, a 3-day event focused on mental health, wellness, and leadership tools for Head...
Read PostCalifornia's $2B child care budget proposal excludes funding for vulnerable families below the poverty line, impacting Head Start-eligible children.
Read PostAddressing California's Head Start classroom crisis caused by low teacher wages, this article urges state investment to reopen classrooms and...
Read PostHead Start California's 2022 Managers & Directors Institute reunited nearly 200 leaders for workshops on leadership, well-being, DEI, and data...
Read PostHead Start California urges Gov. Newsom to fund teacher salaries in the May Revise to protect early learning, support vulnerable families, and...
Read PostHead Start California’s Director was interviewed by Fox40 about their $50M budget request, highlighting advocacy efforts to support early childhood...
Read PostHead Start California expands eligibility to include SNAP benefits, enhancing access to quality childcare for vulnerable children and families...
Read PostHead Start California mourns the April 3 Sacramento violence, emphasizing commitment to safer communities and stronger families through supportive...
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