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- Conference Registration Now Open! Registration is officially open for FHSA’s 2025 Annual Conference & Expo! Join us this October to celebrate Head Start’s legacy and shape its future. Expect inspiring speakers, hands-on workshops, and statewide networking. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this transformative event. Register now: https://www.flheadstart.org/annual-conference
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Federal Funding Update: What’s at Stake for Early Learning. Congress is in the thick of budget negotiations, and the future of child care funding hangs in the balance. The House and Senate have released competing proposals—with major differences:
▪️House: Flat funding Head Start ($12.272 billion) and CCDBG ($8.746 billion)
▪️Senate: Increases for Head Start ($12.36 billion, an $85 million increase over fiscal year 2025) and CCDBG ($8.83 billion – an $85 million increase over fiscal year 2025) With the September 30th fiscal deadline approaching, now’s the time to act. A government shutdown or funding lapse could disrupt services families rely on. Take Action: Visit FHSA’s Action Center to urge Congress to adopt the Senate’s funding levels and protect early learning investments.
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ICYMI: “When did caring for America’s most vulnerable kids become political?” The 19th News explores how Head Start has become politicized, with recent directives sparking concern across states. Leaders from Idaho, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio weigh in on the impact. Read the full article here.
Please visit our WYNTK resource webpage, for archived WYNTK and FHSA events for more information. If there is something else you need guidance on, let us know - we are happy to connect with you and learn how FHSA can serve you better.
Sincerely,
Wanda Minick
Executive Director
FHSA
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