As Head Start marked its 60th anniversary this past May, the program’s legacy stands as more than a historical benchmark. It offers a powerful example of how early learning can drive equity, ...

Head Start operates in all 50 states, helping families who are homeless or are in poverty. Parents who otherwise would not be able to afford child care rely on it when they work or go to school.

head Start prepares preschool aged children for school for families who need extra help. Now, the proposed federal budget for Head Start is 0 dollars, leaving the future in question.