Head Start and Early Head Start is more than an early childhood program—it's a pathway to success for children and families. From birth to age five, these comprehensive child development initiatives provide the academic and developmental foundations needed for school readiness, setting children up for a lifetime of learning.

Head Start also recognizes that family well-being is critical to a child’s growth. Through prenatal care and affordable childcare, parents can focus on their education, careers, and job training, creating a stable environment for their children to thrive.

By supporting pregnant women, infants, and young children, Head Start strengthens communities and ensures that every child, regardless of background, has access to the opportunities they deserve.

FHSA VISION STATEMENT

We envision a future where all Head Start families thrive. 

FHSA MISSION STATEMENT

Empower members to advocate, lead, and enhance the education, health, and social services provided to families by Head Start.

FHSA PURPOSE

1. To provide high-quality professional development for Head Start, Early Head Start, and Migrant and Seasonal Head Start personnel, parents, and community members; 
   
   
2. To advocate for policies that address the needs of vulnerable families with young children; and, 
   
   
3. To provide a statewide forum for addressing the challenges faced by Head Start leaders in serving children from birth to age 5 and their families.