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Head Start Stories

Your Journey, Our Community

Have you ever experienced how a Head Start program helps children and families grow in confidence, connection, and opportunity?

Whether you were a parent, educator, volunteer, or one of the children whose journey began there, your story matters.

Share your story and discover how others have grown from similar beginnings. Together, we can celebrate the lasting impact of strong starts and supportive communities.

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Stories from Our Community

(They) made sure I earned my high school diploma. That may not seem like such a big deal, but my family was homeless at the time so it was quite an accomplishment.

– Head Start graduate and current Head Start administrator, Ruskin, FL

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

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