Last Updated: November 27, 2017
Office of Head Start Blog
Update on the Full Enrollment Initiative
By Dr. Bernadine Futrell
In response to recent COVID-19 developments, both locally and nationally, OHS will not resume the evaluation of which programs will enter into the Full Enrollment Initiative beginning in January 2022.
Happy Holidays from the Office of Head Start
By Dr. Bernadine Futrell
Watch the latest video from Dr. Futrell, the Office of Head Start director, to hear her thoughts and sentiments during the holiday season. We are sending our warmest thoughts and best wishes for a wonderful holiday and a happy New Year.
Supporting Programs Affected by Severe Weather
By Dr. Bernadine Futrell
In the aftermath of the tornadoes that devastated several communities over the weekend, we are deeply concerned about the safety and well-being of all of you who may have been impacted by the storms.
Head Start Programs Are for Families
By JooYeun Chang
The work of Head Start programs exemplify the core values of the Administration for Children and Families — to provide support to enrolled families when they need it most.
October Is Head Start Awareness Month!
By Dr. Bernadine Futrell
Join us in celebrating Head Start Awareness Month and the ways Head Start programs partner with other Administration for Children and Families programs to leverage comprehensive services for children and families.
Head Start Forward: Importance of Risk Reduction Strategies
By Marco Beltran
Children need comprehensive Head Start services now more than ever. As in-person services resume, programs can work with their Health Services Advisory Committee and community partners to address family needs.
Head Start Forward: Emotionally Strong Together
By Sangeeta Parikshak, PhD
Addressing mental health, which includes the social and emotional well-being of children and the adults who care for them, is key to addressing COVID-19 and returning to full in-person services.
HHS, ACF Award $1 Billion in ARP Funds to Head Start Programs Nationwide
By Press Release
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start is awarding $1 billion in American Rescue Plan Act funds to Head Start programs nationwide.