FL Head Start Assoc.

FHSA's mission is to empower members to advocate, lead, and enhance the education, health, and social services provided to families by Head Start.

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Child Safety Week (June 1–7) reminds us that safety is a mindset. As Florida’s new water safety legislation shines a light on drowning prevention, Head Start remains committed to keeping children safe at home, at school, and in our communities.

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FHSA Annual Conference & Expo 2026
📍 Orlando | Oct 27–29, 2026

Join Head Start colleagues for education, networking, and team building with professionals from across Florida. More info coming soon!

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The 2026 FHSA Annual Conference & Expo brings together Head Start leaders, educators, parents, and partners statewide.

Who’s there: 38.5% leaders, 47.7% frontline staff, 13.9% other roles.

Sponsor or exhibit to connect and support Florida families: https://t.co/uFlM2HWRQm

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“Early Head Start changed everything for us.” On Head Start’s birthday (May 18), we honor families finding support, children learning early, and parents growing as first teachers.
cc: @HelpFLKids @NHSAEvents

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This Child Care Provider Appreciation Day, we celebrate Florida Head Start professionals supporting 44,992 children under age 5 every day.

Because of you, children are nurtured, supported, and set up for success.

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Children’s mental health builds confidence, connection, and resilience—helping kids thrive at home, school, and beyond.

In FL, service access (11.6% vs. 14% US avg) reflects provider shortages—not lack of effort. Staff consultation (65.2%) shows reach, and need for more support.

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🦸‍♀️ Celebrating Head Start heroes who go above & beyond every day—from leaders like Tanya Stone at to standout partners like Brevard Zoo. 💛
Know a hero? 2026 FHSA Award nominations now open: https://t.co/pA99plBEgT

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Head Start supports children of all abilities. At least 10% of enrollment includes children with disabilities—and Florida programs exceed that benchmark.

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🎤 Call for speakers!
FHSA Conference & Expo | Orlando, Oct 27–29
🗓 Apply by May 11
🔗https://t.co/jxTIzo9lkc
#FHSA #FLHeadStart #HeadStart #Preschool #EarlyHeadStart #Education #EarlyLearning
#PreK #CallforSpeakers

[FL Head Start Assoc. @FlaHeadStart]

Join us in Orlando Oct 27–29 for the 2026 FHSA Annual Conference & Expo—education, networking & inspiration for Head Start leaders. More details coming soon! #FHSA #FLHeadStart #HeadStart #Preschool #EarlyHeadStart #Education #EarlyLearning
#PreK

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April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Support Pinwheels for Prevention and help raise awareness for safe, healthy childhoods. 📥 Download the toolkit to get involved!

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8,000+ parents in Florida can work or pursue education because of Head Start. Stronger families = stronger communities: https://t.co/RtE30tcLzg
#FHSA #FLHeadStart #HeadStart #Preschool #EarlyHeadStart #Education #EarlyLearning #PreK

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Take action for Head Start — it takes 1 minute.
The FY27 appropriations process is underway. Urge your U.S. Representative to support funding for Head Start by signing the FY27 appropriations letter.
ACT NOW: https://t.co/5M7G776c1V

cc: @NatlHeadStart

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We’re excited to welcome Victoria Tharpe as our new Operations Coordinator—just in time for Employee Appreciation Day! 🎉 Victoria brings experience in people-focused ops, process improvement & leadership. Welcome to the team, Victoria!

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Join FHSA’s Lunch & Learn on the 2026 Head Start Wage & Compensation Study — supporting fair pay, workforce recruitment, and retention.
Register today: https://t.co/56bAGwcP65

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Storybook Village is happening now! FHSA, FLAEYC & FFCCHA are sharing Not a Box with 600 families to spark creativity & imagination! 🌟 #ChildrensWeekFL #HeadStartWorks

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Big voices from our littlest learners 💙

Head Start Taft, Classroom 5 wrote to Congress and the White House advocating for Head Start. @POTUS responded to Luna — amplifying these young voices on the Hill.

Thank you @OrangeCoFL Head Start!

#HeadStartWorks

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🎉 Happening now! FHSA’s State Award winners are being celebrated at the RIVHSA 2026 Awards Gala in Atlanta. Congrats to these champions of children, families & communities!

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🏈 Every future MVP starts with Head Start! Florida kids are building skills, confidence & teamwork—let’s make sure lawmakers keep them in the game. #HeadStartWorks #SuperBowl2026 #SuperBowlLX

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Head Start kids are celebrating Black leaders this month! 🌟 How is your program honoring #BlackHistoryMonth? #HeadStartWorks