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Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
Head Start has helped children & families thrive for 60+ years. Proposed federal changes could weaken the standards that make it so effective.
Your voice is needed. Use our public comment template to tell federal leaders why #HeadStart must be protected: bit.ly/4bAn9nk
Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
Head Start could look different under proposed changes: fewer hours, bigger classrooms and fewer supports.
Learn more & take action by submitting a public comment: itl.ink/b2f73222
This is a proposed, not final, rule. Make your voice heard. #TogetherForHeadStart
Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
📣 Head Start parents & caregivers: You can shape the future of Head Start.
Join us Aug. 12 at 12 p.m. CT for a webinar on the proposed Head Start changes and how to use your voice to protect Head Start. 🗣️ Live Spanish interpretation.
👉 Register: itl.ink/2b6edcd9
Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
Earlier today, the federal government released proposed changes to the #HeadStart Program Performance Standards that would weaken one of our nation's most successful investments in young children & families.
Read Start Early’s full statement: itl.ink/1dfbba40
Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
IHSA is launching a Parent Policy Council Leadership Network to connect parent leaders statewide, build advocacy skills, and share policy updates impacting HS & EHS. Programs: Nominate your leaders.
[email protected]
#IllinoisHeadStart #PolicyCouncil #ParentLeadership
Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
Update on the ruling today from U.S. District Judge Vernon Broderick:
Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
Families across every single Congressional district and state rely on federal child care funds to afford the quality early learning and child care they need. Tell Congress to protect and prioritize these programs. #childcare ffyf.org/take-action/
Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
When immigration enforcement reaches #ECE settings, children feel the impact. Passed in IL this week, #HB1312 sets a national precedent: #earlylearning spaces must remain safe & trusted for the children & educators who rely on them. Read our statement: bit.ly/4aGqTnx
Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
Governor Pritzker signs a bill enacting protections for immigrants in Illinois against unjust federal action xitter.cf/i/broadcasts/1LyxBXQde…
Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
If the shutdown continues, Head Start and Early Head Start programs across the country will not receive their funding on November 1st. Tell Congress: End the Shutdown. Protect Head Start. Take action: thinkbabies.org/shutdown
#EndTheShutdown #StandForHeadStart
Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
The shutdown is already hurting families across the country, but if Congress doesn't act by Nov. 1, 65,000 families like Arkayla’s could lose access to #HeadStart. Congress MUST put kids first. 📣#EndTheShutDown: bit.ly/4nqWa0s
Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
For thousands of families, #HeadStart is essential. If Congress doesn't act by Nov. 1, children could lose access to this critical program. Start Early & our partners have a clear message to Congress #ProtectHeadStart & #EndTheShutdown. Read the statement: bit.ly/4no0iyl
Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
Join @RaisingIllinois on Sept. 24 from 12-1 p.m. CT as we explore how #earlychildhood programs can strengthen access to WIC – a vital support for families nationwide. Hear real stories, explore solutions & learn how to take action. Register now: raisingillinois.org/raising-…
You're Invited! Join us September 24th for Raising Our Voices: Nourishing Families, Fueling Impact! raisingillinois.org/raising-…
Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
Good news for #HeadStart families! Courts blocked the admin’s attempt to require immigration checks—so Head Start stays open to ALL eligible kids. Thanks to the #TogetherforHeadStart participants who spoke out! Join Us: bit.ly/4poERPP
Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
WHOA- New Mexico is moving to a universal child care system: zero cost for all families regardless of income. First state to start actualizing child care as a social good vs. a pay-to-play service with means-tested aid! Plenty of implementation challenges ahead, but this is big.
Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
We’re throwing a birthday party in Chicago, Peoria, and Carbondale all with the same message: Medicaid and Medicare have saved lives for 60 years and must be protected for generations to come!
RSVP for any of the events at the link in our bio!
Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
On July 14, @equip4equality is hosting a free legal clinic at the Joliet Public Library to assist families with filing complaints related to delays in accessing EI services. EI families from any community in IL are welcome to attend! Register here: bit.ly/3GzFTXM
Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
FACT: 4.5 million children ages 0-4 years old participate in SNAP.
FACT: Nearly 62% of SNAP participants are in families with children.
FACT: In 2023 nearly 14 million children (that's 1 in 5 children) in the US faced hunger.
Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
Babies, toddlers, young children, and their parents are counting on Congress to protect—not cut—the essential funding they need for a strong future. Urge your senators to reject cuts that will harm infants and toddlers! Take action now: bit.ly/4ntG1IO
Illinois Early Childhood Policy at Start Early retweeted
Today, we celebrate a milestone—#HeadStart is turning 60! Join the celebration by sharing a story about how Head Start has made a difference in your life. Amid threats to federal funding, now more than ever we must #StandForHeadStart: bit.ly/4jX2EDk
