@StartEarlyorg

Start Early advances quality early learning for families with children, before birth through their earliest years, to close the opportunity gap.

 Chicago, IL
StartEarly.org
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Head Start is an investment in families & communities. Proposed changes could impact teacher-child ratios, disability services & dual-language learning. Start Early leaders share more in @CrainsChicago :chicagobusiness.com/elevate/… #TogetherForHeadStart #HeadStartAwarenessMonth

Head Start gave generations of Chicagoans a boost. New rules could undercut further progress.

Chicago's Head Start centers have benefitted generations of families by preparing young children for school, providing health screenings and care that enables parents to work or attend school.

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The public comment period on proposed Head Start changes has closed. What happens next? Join us for Beyond the Comment Period on Oct. 22 to learn what’s ahead and how to stay engaged. 🕑 1 p.m. CT / 2 p.m. ET Register: zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_… #TogetherForHeadStart
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October is #HeadStartAwarenessMonth. ❤️ For more than 60 years, Head Start has supported children from birth to age 5. Quality early learning starts with valuing children and families for who they are. Read more from Start Early President Celena Sarillo: itl.ink/b5d6ab56
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More than 40,000 public comments on proposed changes to Head Start standards. Thank you to everyone who shared experiences, evidence and resources. The comment period has closed, but the proposal is not a final rule.
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Stay connected as the Head Start rulemaking process continues. Follow us for new developments and guidance and explore our #TogetherforHeadStart resources: itl.ink/3d5ab932

Take Action: Protect Head Start

For more than 60 years, Head Start has helped children and families thrive through early learning, health services, and family support. Together, we're working to protect and strengthen Head Start...

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For 60+ years, #HeadStart has helped children and families thrive. Proposed federal changes could weaken quality and availability of this vital program. Today is your last chance to speak up. 📣 Submit your public comment by midnight tonight: itl.ink/7e9eee27
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For Molly, like many parents, Head Start helped her navigate support for her own child and inspired her to help other families access the resources they need. Speak up for Head Start. Submit a comment by Oct. 6: itl.ink/7e9eee27 #TogetherforHeadStart
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What could be lost if Head Start’s standards are weakened? In a new op-ed, Dr. Richard Fiene, early childhood expert, critiques proposed changes to Head Start standards. Learn more and submit a public comment by Oct. 6. itl.ink/c1f7eb5c #TogetherForHeadStart #HeadStart
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Five years of Start Early Consulting means five years of partnering with communities to build stronger early childhood systems. A new blog explores one example: how 10 counties listened to home visitors and turned their insights into action. Read blog: itl.ink/56b12163
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That’s a wrap on #HVSummit! Thank you to 900+ attendees who came together in Baltimore to connect, learn & strengthen the #homevisiting field. We’re grateful for the conversations, ideas & connections forged. Let’s keep the momentum going!
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Special thanks to our generous funder @RootsWingsFdn, our Champion Sponsor @Changent & Parent/Caregiver Participation Sponsor @Highlights for their commitment to the home visiting community and for helping bring this year’s Summit to life! #HVSummit
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We're closing out the 2026 #HVSummit with a shared vision for the future of the home visiting workforce. Our Closing Plenary explores a national strategy to strengthen career pathways, practice conditions & workforce well-being. A stronger future starts with a shared vision.
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Day 1 of the 2026 #HVSummit was filled with meaningful connections, inspiring ideas & opportunities to learn from one another. 💡 Now, we’re carrying that energy into Day 2 as our home visiting community continues exploring our theme: Growing Together: Expanding Our Impact.
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Proud of our Melissa Moore for helping open the #HVSummit in Baltimore today, sharing how B'more for Healthy Babies is improving infant & maternal health citywide. Great follow-up to HARC's meeting yesterday! #HomeVisiting
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There’s so much to discover at #HVSummit! Our Poster Session brings 29 projects, ideas & perspectives together in one space — creating opportunities to exchange ideas & connect with those advancing the #homevisiting field. So many great conversations in one room! 💬
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New to #HVSummit this year: Impact Spotlight Sessions! Hear from leaders doing innovative, impactful systems-building work and explore how research, policy & systems can shape the future of #homevisiting. 3 sessions. 3 perspectives. 1 shared goal: advancing the field.
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Yesterday, 100 home visiting advocates from across the country kicked off the #HVSummit with our pre-conference Capitol Hill Visits. Advocates met with policymakers to share why home visiting matters & highlight the importance of continued investment in #MIECHV.
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DYK, we have an incredible lineup of exhibitors at the 2026 #HVSummit? With 20+ exhibitors, there’s plenty to discover during meals & breaks. Stop by to connect, explore resources & pick up some complimentary swag! Make the Exhibitor Expo part of your Summit experience! 👋
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The 2026 #HVSummit’s Opening Plenary, Stronger Together: How Community-Centered Systems Coordination Has Shaped Infant and Maternal Health in Baltimore City, features @BmoreforBabies. Exploring what’s possible when communities & systems work together.
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