FL Head Start Assoc.

Take action for Head Start — it takes 1 minute. The FY27 appropriations process is underway. Urge your U.S. Representative to support funding for Head Start by signing the FY27 appropriations letter. ACT NOW: nhsa.org/take-action/ cc: @NatlHeadStart

We’re excited to welcome Victoria Tharpe as our new Operations Coordinator—just in time for Employee Appreciation Day! 🎉 Victoria brings experience in people-focused ops, process improvement & leadership. Welcome to the team, Victoria!

Join FHSA’s Lunch & Learn on the 2026 Head Start Wage & Compensation Study — supporting fair pay, workforce recruitment, and retention. Register today: flheadstart.org/index.php?opti…

Storybook Village is happening now! FHSA, FLAEYC & FFCCHA are sharing Not a Box with 600 families to spark creativity & imagination! 🌟 #ChildrensWeekFL #HeadStartWorks

Big voices from our littlest learners 💙 Head Start Taft, Classroom 5 wrote to Congress and the White House advocating for Head Start. @POTUS responded to Luna — amplifying these young voices on the Hill. Thank you @OrangeCoFL Head Start! #HeadStartWorks

🎉 Happening now! FHSA’s State Award winners are being celebrated at the RIVHSA 2026 Awards Gala in Atlanta. Congrats to these champions of children, families & communities!

🏈 Every future MVP starts with Head Start! Florida kids are building skills, confidence & teamwork—let’s make sure lawmakers keep them in the game. #HeadStartWorks #SuperBowl2026 #SuperBowlLX

Head Start kids are celebrating Black leaders this month! 🌟 How is your program honoring #BlackHistoryMonth? #HeadStartWorks

Strong social & emotional skills start early! Head Start helps kids build friendship, focus, and self-control, leading to less aggression & more confidence. Learn more: fhsa.org/advocacy

Head Start supports the whole child! Programs provide critical mental health support for kids & families nationwide. Stable funding helps every child thrive. Read more: americanprogress.org/article/head-s…

FHSA is monitoring federal cuts to addiction & mental health grants that may disrupt services Head Start families rely on. We’ll continue advocating for resources to ensure children and families have the supports they need: npr.org/2026/01/14/nx-…

📣 The 2026 Florida Legislative Session is here! From Jan 13–Mar 13, lawmakers will make decisions that impact children, families & early education. FHSA is ready to advocate for Head Start—stay tuned for updates & ways to make your voice heard!

The shutdown reminded us how essential Head Start is. ✅ Good news: it’s over. ⚠️ Challenge: FY26 funding is still undecided. 📣 Congress needs to hear us—Head Start needs stable, increased funding. 👉 Take action today: nhsa.org/take-action/

Our offices are closed today, January 1, 2026, in observance of the holiday. We will reopen on Monday, January 5, 2026.

Celebrate family, learning & new beginnings: make a countdown craft, share favorite moments, or set simple wishes for the year ahead.

We’re grateful for the amazing children, families & staff who make Florida’s Head Start programs shine! FHSA offices are closed for the holidays and reopen Jan 5.

Head Start builds healthier futures! ✅ Less likely to be obese ✅ More likely to be immunized ✅ 19–25% less likely to smoke as adults

Early Head Start supports working parents & children (0–3) with: center-based care, home visits, prenatal/postpartum support, family child care, & locally designed programs. Learn more: flheadstart.org/advocacy

FHSA + Florida Head Start Collaboration Office & TSU offer the SSCBT Credential — align with Head Start standards, build skills, and earn your credential. 🗓️ December 15 🔗@63bf107b-cb6f-4173-8c1c-1406bb5cb794" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">events.teams.microsoft.com/event/78fe3a38…

The shutdown reminded us how essential Head Start is. ✅ Good news: it’s over. ⚠️ Challenge: FY26 funding is still undecided. 📣 Congress needs to hear us—Head Start needs stable, increased funding. 👉 Take action today: nhsa.org/take-action/