Mernell King

Early Childhood Programs Director and Consultant. Have worked as Head Start Director. Health Literacy and wellness for all families is my passion !

[Mernell King @MernellKing]

I signed the Global Sisterhood Pledge, will you? #CAMFEDSisterhood @CAMFED https://t.co/9zV3r4W4sE

[Office of Head Start @HeadStartgov]

Discover tips parents and caregivers can use to help children learn healthy eating behaviors starting in infancy: https://t.co/QIVlRtybpM

[North Callaway H.S. @NCHS_TBirds]

Thank you to our friends at Bowling Green, Mark Twain, and Tolton Catholic! Your kindness is much appreciated. #ThunderbirdProud @ToltonCatholic @MarkTwainTigers

[Mernell King @MernellKing]

Virtual Premiere Event https://t.co/nb6Cc2Fnb7 via @FacebookWatch

[Office of Head Start @HeadStartgov]

Vaccines can protect infants and young children from 14 dangerous diseases. Learn the importance of and find out which vaccines children need to before returning to school: https://t.co/kPnme4GMfA #NIAM

[National Head Start Association @NatlHeadStart]

According to a comprehensive survey, #HeadStart programs nationwide are expected to spend $1.7 billion above usual operating costs to meet increased health and safety needs this calendar year. #COVID19 #UniteforHeadStart

[In-Kind Pro @inkindpro]

Trying to maintain your non-federal share and maintain a social distance. Check us out for ways to do both and eliminate the paper shuffling.

[National Head Start Association @NatlHeadStart]

Today's the day! Join us in calling on the Senate to #UniteforHeadStart. We need Congress to prioritize the funding #HeadStart needs to respond to #COVID19.

[Office of Head Start @HeadStartgov]

Join the Office of Head Start on 6/11, 3–4:45 p.m. ET, for a facilitated discussion around preparing for challenging conversations with families. Explore the six steps to prepare for these conversations: https://t.co/6vtBhjUZQD

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This hospital’s Mabinti program has helped hundreds of people with disabilities find vocations.

[National Head Start Association @NatlHeadStart]

From early math skills to confidence and resilience, Head Start has helped over 37 million children from at-risk backgrounds build the abilities they needed to succeed. Thank you @INCAcommaction for everything you do to support families!

[National Head Start Association @NatlHeadStart]

A9.1: There are so many good resources! We’ve partnered with @CommonSense and other trusted ed. + tech. orgs to launch Wide Open School, a free digital learning hub that gathers the best, expert-approved online learning experiences for kids. #EarlyEdChat https://t.co/4ZjjckpNGl

[Office of Head Start @HeadStartgov]

During unexpected closures, families will need support from Head Start program staff more than ever. Connect with parents over social media using these positive messages to let them know you are thinking of and supporting them: https://t.co/ZCWskYe9px #FamilyFriday #WOYC20

[North Callaway H.S. @NCHS_TBirds]

NCHS Senior Spotlight: From Alex Higgins... I’ve been a part of several clubs but the one that make me the most Thunderbird Proud was StuCo. Being a part of Student Council at North Callaway I have been able to meet so many people from other schools and create many memories!

[National Head Start Association @NatlHeadStart]

Head Start staff form lasting relationships with their families. While they are unable to teach the children in a traditional sense, Sheri and Lynn have taken advantage of the limited personal time with their students during care package deliveries. https://t.co/exYhYID8GH

[c @conradperson]

JnJ friends, here’s a great way to help.

[Office of Head Start @HeadStartgov]

Head Start and Early Head Start programs may provide meals and snacks to children during center closures. @USDA has waived its group setting meal requirement for closed schools and authorized special flexibilities for many states: https://t.co/5ftqrfgcey #HeadStartHelps

[Rhian Evans Allvin @Rhian_Allvin]

To be clear, there is no such thing as online preschool.