Head Start Stories

Evelyn Gold Leger

My love for Head Start has opened so many doors.

– Head Start graduate and teacher, Las Vegas, NM

I know that the most important gift I can give to my children is my time.

– Father of the Year at Davis/Morgan/Summit Head Start-Early Head Start, Kaysville, UT

As a parent volunteer, I have acquired more professional skills than I have gained at any job.

– former Head Start parent, Detroit, MI

Head Start taught me so much about parenting, early childhood development, and most important, about myself and my abilities.

– former Head Start parent and current Head Start administrator, Cheyenne, WY

When Sarah first went to school, she hardly talked. Now she's talking, singing, and dancing.

– Head Start parent, Wheeling, WV

Last Updated: October 10, 2017