Celebrating 60 Years of Head Start

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Description

Head Start is an early childhood education model committed to nurturing the whole child from birth to age five. We provide a high quality education along with vital family resources and support beyond the classroom, partnering with families to create enriching home environments that foster children's growth and development.
Our approach reflects a national commitment to ensure all children have the foundation they need to thrive -- both in school and in the wider world. Tailored for children from income-eligible families, everything we do is rooted in the unwavering philosophy that where you come from shouldn’t stand in the way of where you’re going.

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October 1 - 31, 2025
Key Dates

May 18, 2025

Head Start celebrates 60 years of supporting children and families on their path to success.

October 22, 1982

President Ronald Reagan proclaimed October as Head Start Awareness Month. Since then, it's been a time for the Head Start community to highlight the program’s life-changing impact.

May 18, 1965

Head Start was created as part of President Lyndon B. Johnson's War on Poverty and the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964.
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- FOR THE HEAD START COMMUNITY
- FOR POLICYMAKERS
- FOR ALUMNI
- FOR PARENTS
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Our History

💡Did you know? In 1982, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed October as National Head Start Awareness Month to honor the program’s impact. Every October, we celebrate the children, educators, families, and communities who are part of our Head Start family. Since its founding in 1965, Head Start has provided high-quality education, health care, and family support to more than 40 million children and their families nationwide. 📣This month, we invite you to be a part of #HeadStartAwareness by sharing a story, memory, or experience you’ve had with our program. go.nhsa.org/HSAM

💡Did you know? In 1982, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed October as National Head Start Awareness Month to honor the program’s impact.

Every October, we celebrate the children, educators, families, and communities who are part of our Head Start family. Since its founding in 1965, Head Start has provided high-quality education, health care, and family support to more than 40 million children and their families nationwide.

📣This month, we invite you to be a part of #HeadStartAwareness by sharing a story, memory, or experience you’ve had with our program. go.nhsa.org/HSAM

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Wraparound Services

This Head Start Awareness Month, your story can inspire others to get involved and set an example of what early learning can do for children and working parents. Every year, Head Start serves nearly 750,000 children and families across the country, offering: 📚 Early learning that sparks curiosity and builds confidence 🍎 Nutritious meals and health screenings for healthy development 🧑‍🧑‍🧒 Family resources to support parents and caregivers 🌐 Wraparound services that connect families to community support Whether you're a Head Start alum, a parent or caregiver whose family was supported, an educator who’s witnessed breakthroughs, or a supporter of early learning—join us in celebrating the ways Head Start shapes lives and strengthens communities. 🎉 📣 Tell us what Head Start means to you and see how others are celebrating! go.nhsa.org/HSAM

This Head Start Awareness Month, your story can inspire others to get involved and set an example of what early learning can do for children and working parents.

Every year, Head Start serves nearly 750,000 children and families across the country, offering:
📚 Early learning that sparks curiosity and builds confidence
🍎 Nutritious meals and health screenings for healthy development
🧑‍🧑‍🧒 Family resources to support parents and caregivers
🌐 Wraparound services that connect families to community support

Whether you're a Head Start alum, a parent or caregiver whose family was supported, an educator who’s witnessed breakthroughs, or a supporter of early learning—join us in celebrating the ways Head Start shapes lives and strengthens communities. 🎉

📣 Tell us what Head Start means to you and see how others are celebrating! go.nhsa.org/HSAM

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Mission statement

#HeadStart provides young children from eligible families a well-rounded classroom experience centered around social-emotional learning and offers support to them and their families beyond the classroom, preparing them for success in school and life. #HeadStartAwareness

#HeadStart provides young children from eligible families a well-rounded classroom experience centered around social-emotional learning and offers support to them and their families beyond the classroom, preparing them for success in school and life. #HeadStartAwareness

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60 Years Strong

October is #HeadStartAwareness Month! 🎉 Since 1965, Head Start has provided education, health services, and family support to more than 40 million. That’s 60 years of stronger communities and brighter futures. 📣 Join the celebration! go.nhsa.org/HSAM

October is #HeadStartAwareness Month! 🎉 Since 1965, Head Start has provided education, health services, and family support to more than 40 million. That’s 60 years of stronger communities and brighter futures. 📣
Join the celebration! go.nhsa.org/HSAM

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Start Strong

💡Did you know? Children who attend Head Start are more likely to graduate high school, attend college, and achieve economic stability. This #HeadStartAwareness Month, share a story, a memory, or a moment that shows what a strong start can do! 🌟 go.nhsa.org/HSAM

💡Did you know? Children who attend Head Start are more likely to graduate high school, attend college, and achieve economic stability. This #HeadStartAwareness Month, share a story, a memory, or a moment that shows what a strong start can do! 🌟 go.nhsa.org/HSAM

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Education

#HeadStart provides crucial support for children & families across the nation! Thank you teachers and staff for your dedication to preparing America’s youngest children for success in school and in life. #HeadStartAwareness

#HeadStart provides crucial support for children & families across the nation! Thank you teachers and staff for your dedication to preparing America’s youngest children for success in school and in life. #HeadStartAwareness

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Mission statement

#HeadStart provides young children from eligible families a well-rounded classroom experience centered around social-emotional learning and offers support to them and their families beyond the classroom, preparing them for success in school and life. #HeadStartAwareness

#HeadStart provides young children from eligible families a well-rounded classroom experience centered around social-emotional learning and offers support to them and their families beyond the classroom, preparing them for success in school and life. #HeadStartAwareness

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Prenatal services

DYK: #EarlyHeadStart provides expectant parents with prenatal services, including prenatal education, health services, and other family support? This reduces complications for parents & babies during pregnancy & birth. #HeadStartAwareness

DYK: #EarlyHeadStart provides expectant parents with prenatal services, including prenatal education, health services, and other family support? This reduces complications for parents & babies during pregnancy & birth. #HeadStartAwareness

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Health services

#HeadStart children receive critical health services and their families get the community support they need for happier, healthier lives. #HeadStartAwareness

#HeadStart children receive critical health services and their families get the community support they need for happier, healthier lives. #HeadStartAwareness

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Wraparound services

At #HeadStart, we believe every child has the ability to succeed. By supporting children, families, and communities, we’re making sure everyone gets the help they need to thrive. #HeadStartAwareness

At #HeadStart, we believe every child has the ability to succeed. By supporting children, families, and communities, we’re making sure everyone gets the help they need to thrive. #HeadStartAwareness

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Head Start's impact

Did you know #HeadStart children are more likely to have the skills needed for success in elementary school and have strong health outcomesl? #HeadStartAwareness

Did you know #HeadStart children are more likely to have the skills needed for success in elementary school and have strong health outcomesl? #HeadStartAwareness

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The Head Start belief

At #HeadStart, we believe that every child has the ability to succeed, and together, we’re supporting more children, families, and communities on their path to success. #HeadStartAwareness

At #HeadStart, we believe that every child has the ability to succeed, and together, we’re supporting more children, families, and communities on their path to success. #HeadStartAwareness

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Start Strong

It’s Head Start Awareness Month! 🔍 Did you know that studies show that children in Head Start programs are more likely to graduate high school, attend college, and achieve economic stability as adults? That’s the power of a strong start!

📣 Share a story, memory, or moment and show how Head Start has made a difference in your life or community using #HeadStartAwareness!

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Powerful Stories

The best part of Head Start Awareness Month is hearing your stories! 🫶

This month, we’re seeing incredible posts from:
🎓Alumni sharing their journeys
🧑‍🧑‍🧒Families celebrating milestones
✏️Educators highlighting classroom magic
🌱Communities showing their Head Start pride

💛Share what Head Start means to you using #HeadStartAwareness.

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Legacy

October is Head Start Awareness Month, a time to recognize the program’s impact and legacy in supporting children, families, and communities. Each year, Head Start supports nearly 750,000 children and families with comprehensive services like high-quality education, health screenings, nutritious meals, and family resources. These services reduce barriers to opportunity and build lasting pathways for success. This month, we invite educators, advocates, funders, and partners to join the #HeadStartAwareness conversation and share how Head Start shaped your educational journey or professional commitment to early childhood development. go.nhsa.org/HSAM

October is Head Start Awareness Month, a time to recognize the program’s impact and legacy in supporting children, families, and communities.

Each year, Head Start supports nearly 750,000 children and families with comprehensive services like high-quality education, health screenings, nutritious meals, and family resources. These services reduce barriers to opportunity and build lasting pathways for success.

This month, we invite educators, advocates, funders, and partners to join the #HeadStartAwareness conversation and share how Head Start shaped your educational journey or professional commitment to early childhood development. go.nhsa.org/HSAM

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60 Years Strong

During Head Start Awareness Month, we celebrate the historical roots, current impact, and lasting legacy of a program that has advanced opportunity for 60 years. Head Start began in 1965 as part of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s War on Poverty, offering children from income-eligible families access to education, nutrition, and health services. In 1982, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed October as National Head Start Awareness Month, recognizing the program’s enduring role in strengthening children, families, and communities across the nation. Share what Head Start means to you and see how others are celebrating the program’s impact using #HeadStartAwareness! go.nhsa.org/HSAM

During Head Start Awareness Month, we celebrate the historical roots, current impact, and lasting legacy of a program that has advanced opportunity for 60 years.

Head Start began in 1965 as part of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s War on Poverty, offering children from income-eligible families access to education, nutrition, and health services. In 1982, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed October as National Head Start Awareness Month, recognizing the program’s enduring role in strengthening children, families, and communities across the nation.

Share what Head Start means to you and see how others are celebrating the program’s impact using #HeadStartAwareness! go.nhsa.org/HSAM

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Proven Success

Head Start: proving for 60 years that early education is smart economics. 📊 13% Return on investment, stronger workforces, thriving communities. The numbers speak for themselves. 💪 #HeadStartAwareness #HeadStart60 go.nhsa.org/HSAM

Head Start: proving for 60 years that early education is smart economics.
📊 13% Return on investment, stronger workforces, thriving communities.
The numbers speak for themselves. 💪 #HeadStartAwareness #HeadStart60 go.nhsa.org/HSAM

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Strong Workforce

Head Start supports today's workforce while building tomorrow's. 💼 Nearly 750,000 families strengthened annually. 📈Essential infrastructure for economic growth. #HeadStartAwareness #HeadStart60 go.nhsa.org/HSAM

Head Start supports today's workforce while building tomorrow's.

💼 Nearly 750,000 families strengthened annually.
📈Essential infrastructure for economic growth.
#HeadStartAwareness #HeadStart60 go.nhsa.org/HSAM

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Breaking Barriers

October is #HeadStartAwareness Month! 🎉 💡Did you know? Children who attend Head Start are more likely to graduate high school, attend college, and achieve economic stability. #HeadStart60 go.nhsa.org/HSAM

October is #HeadStartAwareness Month! 🎉

💡Did you know? Children who attend Head Start are more likely to graduate high school, attend college, and achieve economic stability. #HeadStart60 go.nhsa.org/HSAM

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Super Staff

Every day, Head Start teams are making magic happen in their local communities! This #HeadStartAwareness Month, take a moment to thank those who continue the legacy of 60 years of Head Start success! 👏 #HeadStart60 go.nhsa.org/HSAM

Every day, Head Start teams are making magic happen in their local communities! This #HeadStartAwareness Month, take a moment to thank those who continue the legacy of 60 years of Head Start success! 👏 #HeadStart60 go.nhsa.org/HSAM

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Local Control

Head Start = National excellence, local control. 🌟 For 60 years, strengthening communities through tailored solutions that work. 🤝 #HeadStartAwareness #HeadStart60 go.nhsa.org/HSAM

Head Start = National excellence, local control. 🌟 For 60 years, strengthening communities through tailored solutions that work. 🤝 #HeadStartAwareness #HeadStart60 go.nhsa.org/HSAM

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60 Year Legacy

October is #HeadStartAwareness Month! 🎉 Since 1965, Head Start has provided education, health services, and family support to more than 40 million. That’s 60 years of stronger communities and brighter futures. #HeadStart60 go.nhsa.org/HSAM

October is #HeadStartAwareness Month! 🎉 Since 1965, Head Start has provided education, health services, and family support to more than 40 million. That’s 60 years of stronger communities and brighter futures. #HeadStart60 go.nhsa.org/HSAM

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I'm Celebrating!

🧠 By age 3, a child's brain has formed about 1 million neural connections per second. Head Start builds on this critical development, providing high-quality early learning experiences when they matter most, setting children up for success in school and life. I'm celebrating 60 years of this important work. From Head Start kids to parents; educators to policymakers, we all have a valuable story to tell about the impact Head Start makes in our families, our communities and our nation. Join me celebrating #HeadStartAwareness month and tell your story. They all matter! http://go.nhsa.org/HSAM #HeadStart60

🧠 By age 3, a child's brain has formed about 1 million neural connections per second. Head Start builds on this critical development, providing high-quality early learning experiences when they matter most, setting children up for success in school and life.

I'm celebrating 60 years of this important work. From Head Start kids to parents; educators to policymakers, we all have a valuable story to tell about the impact Head Start makes in our families, our communities and our nation. Join me celebrating #HeadStartAwareness month and tell your story. They all matter! http://go.nhsa.org/HSAM #HeadStart60

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Impact and Legacy

October is Head Start Awareness Month, a time to recognize the program's impact and legacy in supporting children, families, and communities. Each year, Head Start supports nearly 750,000 children and their families with comprehensive services, including high-quality education, health screenings, nutritious meals, and family resources. These services reduce barriers to opportunity and build lasting pathways for success. This month, I'm joining educators, advocates, partners, and fellow alumni in the conversation. Share how Head Start shaped your educational journey or professional commitment to early childhood development using #HeadStartAwareness and #HeadStart60. go.nhsa.org/HSAM

October is Head Start Awareness Month, a time to recognize the program's impact and legacy in supporting children, families, and communities.

Each year, Head Start supports nearly 750,000 children and their families with comprehensive services, including high-quality education, health screenings, nutritious meals, and family resources. These services reduce barriers to opportunity and build lasting pathways for success.

This month, I'm joining educators, advocates, partners, and fellow alumni in the conversation. Share how Head Start shaped your educational journey or professional commitment to early childhood development using #HeadStartAwareness and #HeadStart60.

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Proud Alum

🎓 Head Start alumni are everywhere: teachers, engineers, doctors, artists, business leaders, and RIGHT HERE! Over the last 60 years, 40 million children have been served by Head Start. Our stories are living proof of the program's lasting impact and each one deserves to be celebrated! Are you a Head Start alum too? 💛 Share your Head Start story using #HeadStartAwareness and #HeadStart60!

🎓 Head Start alumni are everywhere: teachers, engineers, doctors, artists, business leaders, and RIGHT HERE!

Over the last 60 years, 40 million children have been served by Head Start. Our stories are living proof of the program's lasting impact and each one deserves to be celebrated!
Are you a Head Start alum too? 💛 Share your Head Start story using #HeadStartAwareness and #HeadStart60!

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Nationwide Community

🌟 My child is thriving at Head Start! For 60 years, this incredible program has been giving children like mine the foundation they need to succeed in school and beyond. From amazing teachers to nutritious meals, from health check-ups to family support, Head Start is helping my family reach our goals. I'm so grateful to be part of this nationwide community that puts children first. Thank you, Head Start, for believing in our children's futures! Together, we are achieving so much for so many. Learn more about #HeadStartAwareness Month. >> go.nhsa.org/HSAM #HeadStart60

🌟 My child is thriving at Head Start! For 60 years, this incredible program has been giving children like mine the foundation they need to succeed in school and beyond. From amazing teachers to nutritious meals, from health check-ups to family support, Head Start is helping my family reach our goals.

I'm so grateful to be part of this nationwide community that puts children first. Thank you, Head Start, for believing in our children's futures! Together, we are achieving so much for so many.

Learn more about #HeadStartAwareness Month. >> go.nhsa.org/HSAM #HeadStart60

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Proud Parent

💜 Being a Head Start parent changed my life! I love being part of a community that truly cares about my child's success. The teachers, staff, and other families have become our extended family. Watching my little one grow more confident, curious, and ready for kindergarten fills my heart with joy. After 60 years of making a difference, Head Start continues to be a launchpad for children and families like ours. If you're a Head Start family too, share your story! Now’s the perfect time. This month is #HeadStartAwareness Month. Learn more here: go.nhsa.org/HSAM #HeadStart60

💜 Being a Head Start parent changed my life! I love being part of a community that truly cares about my child's success. The teachers, staff, and other families have become our extended family. Watching my little one grow more confident, curious, and ready for kindergarten fills my heart with joy.

After 60 years of making a difference, Head Start continues to be a launchpad for children and families like ours. If you're a Head Start family too, share your story! Now’s the perfect time. This month is #HeadStartAwareness Month. Learn more here: go.nhsa.org/HSAM #HeadStart60

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Loving Community

🙏 Thank you, Head Start, for 60 incredible years of changing lives! As a parent, I've watched this program transform not just my child, but our entire family's trajectory. The dedication of our Head Start team, the quality education, and the wraparound services have given us opportunities we never imagined possible. My child is confident, healthy, and excited about learning. 💜 To all the teachers, staff, and supporters who make Head Start possible, THANK YOU for investing in our children's futures! October is #HeadStartAwareness Month, making it the perfect time to talk about how vital each Head Start is to its community. Tell me about yours! #HeadStart60 Learn more here: go.nhsa.org/HSAM

🙏 Thank you, Head Start, for 60 incredible years of changing lives! As a parent, I've watched this program transform not just my child, but our entire family's trajectory. The dedication of our Head Start team, the quality education, and the wraparound services have given us opportunities we never imagined possible. My child is confident, healthy, and excited about learning.

💜 To all the teachers, staff, and supporters who make Head Start possible, THANK YOU for investing in our children's futures! October is #HeadStartAwareness Month, making it the perfect time to talk about how vital each Head Start is to its community. Tell me about yours! #HeadStart60

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