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Here you can learn about recent news events that shape the future of Head Start. Take a look at the most recent News You Can Use to find out how NHSA is working on behalf of Head Start in Washington. Follow the Events link to see what exciting professional development opportunities NHSA has planned during the next months.

Events


39th Annual Head Start Conference

04/16/12 - 04/20/2012

Gaylord Opryland--Nashville, TN
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Head Start's 11th National Research Conference

06/18/12 - 06/20/2012

Washington, D.C.
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Recent News


Read the January 26 News You Can Use

01/27/2012

Click here to read News You Can Use for the Week of January 26, 2012.
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NHSA Responds to HHS Safety Report

12/14/2011

December 13, the Department of Health and Human Services issued a Head...
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Legislative E-Update


08/04/2011

The big news out of Washington this week is that Congress and the White House finally came to an agreement on raising the federal debt ceiling and managing the federal budget.  If you haven't read it yet, please click here to see NHSA Executive Director Yasmina Vinci's statement on the debt ceiling/deficit reduction agreement.  Below are more details on the agreement, how it impacts Head Start, and what you can do to support Head Start!
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06/26/2011

Senate Subcommittee Holds Hearing on Quality Early Education

Senators Franken, Casey, and Snowe Author Letter Supporting Head Start

4th of July Advocacy Activities

Post Your Comments About the Race to the Top-Early Learning Challenge


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