Start Early
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Start Early advances quality early learning for families with children, before birth through their earliest years, to close the opportunity gap.
Chicago, IL
Joined February 2010
For thousands of families, #HeadStart is essential. If Congress doesn't act by Nov. 1, children could lose access to this critical program. Start Early & our partners have a clear message to Congress #ProtectHeadStart & #EndTheShutdown. Read the statement:
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The following organizations issued a joint statement urging Congress to take action to protect Head Start by ending the federal shutdown now.
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Congress: End the shutdown. If Congress doesn’t act by the November deadline, tens of thousands of children are at risk of losing access to Head Start. It’s time to act. #EndTheShutdown
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Head Start changes lives, helping kids like Jenn set the foundation to thrive in school & in life. If Congress doesn’t act by Nov. 1, 100+ programs could lose funding, putting 65,000 children at risk. Tell Congress to #ProtectHeadStart & #EndTheShutdown: https://t.co/ZaWl03IcTn
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The shutdown is hurting families. If Congress doesn’t act by Nov 1st, over 100 Head Start programs may lose funding — putting thousands of kids at risk. Congress: End the shutdown. Protect Head Start. #EndTheShutdown #StandForHeadStart
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The clock is ticking. If Congress doesn’t end the shutdown, tens of thousands of kids could lose access to the Head Start programs they rely on. Congress must #standforheadstart and #endtheshutdown.
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The shutdown is already hurting families across the country, but if Congress doesn't act by Nov. 1, 65,000 families like Arkayla’s could lose access to #HeadStart. Congress MUST put kids first. 📣#EndTheShutDown: https://t.co/ZaWl03IcTn
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ICYMI watch the recording of our webinar to get ready for the #EndTheShutdown Day of Action on 10/29. 140 Head Start programs serving 65,000+ children could lose funding on Nov 1. We can’t wait, #ProtectHeadStart now. Watch recording: https://t.co/txKHmakudb
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📢 On 10/28, join our urgent webinar to get ready the #EndTheShutdown Day of Action (10/29). With the shutdown in its 4th week, 140 Head Start programs serving 65,000+ children could lose funding on Nov 1. We can’t wait. #ProtectHeadStart 👉 Register now: https://t.co/Y8PYlNIDci
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In case you missed it check out the recording of our recent webinar “Advocating for Young Children with Disabilities in Your State.” Hear from experts at @MomsRising, @TheArcUS, Start Early & @GeorgetownCCF. Get federal updates & advocacy tips. Wach now: https://t.co/d5Za5F7NdS
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With federal funding uncertain, early childhood programs still face the potential impact of the government shutdown. Catch up on our recent webinars on how a government shutdown could affect Head Start, Early Head Start & other early learning programs: https://t.co/vy95omdpqy
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Reminder to join us & our partners @NewAmerica on Monday 10/20 from 10-11am CT for a webinar on how to advocate for young children w/disabilities. Hear from experts from Start Early, @MomsRising, @TheArcUS & @GeorgetownCCF. Don't miss out, register now: https://t.co/NTKukUL5fi
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Looking for resources to help advocate for young children with disabilities? Explore a curated collection of state-specific tools from Start Early and our partners. Discover available resources and suggested actions:
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Resources from Start Early and partners as part of Start Early's Together for Children with Disabilities campaign. Email questions to [email protected].
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As #IDEA turns 50, protections for children with disabilities are at risk. Start Early’s @YSanchezFuentes shares what’s at stake. 📅 Join our 10/20 webinar with @NewAmerica on key federal updates affecting programs for young children with disabilities: https://t.co/cwUmZhxLhd
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A new blog by Start Early’s @AmandaStein_SE & @DionneDobbins explores the 25-year partnership between our Research & Evaluation Team & Educare Chicago, a program of Start Early. Read more on the milestones this partnership has achieved for the #ECE field:
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Dionne Dobbins, Ph.D., and Amanda Stein, Ph.D., Vice Presidents of Start Early’s Research & Evaluation team, share their thoughts on what 25 years of research and evaluation practices at Educare...
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Join us & our partners @NewAmerica on Oct. 20 from 10-11am CT for a webinar on how to advocate for young children with disabilities. Hear from experts at @MomsRising, @TheArcUS, Start Early & @GeorgetownCCF. Get federal updates & advocacy tips. Register: https://t.co/NTKukUKxpK
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Missed our recent webinars on the #GovernmentShutdown? Watch both recordings: 🎥 Potential Government Shutdown: What You Need to Know 🎥 Government Shutdown – Q&A Hear expert insights on impacts to #HeadStart & early learning programs. Watch here: https://t.co/YrSJuhz5Pv
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New Mexico will become the first state to offer free universal #childcare. In a recent interview with @Forbes, Start Early's @YSanchezFuentes, called the initiative “generation-changing,” citing support for families, better wages & a stronger workforce:
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New Mexico will offer free childcare for all families in 2025. Here’s what it means for parents, providers, and what other states can learn from this bold plan.
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We’re honored to present at DEC 2025 (Oct 7–10, Portland) alongside partners & colleagues. Mark your calendars for Oct 8 & 9. We’ll be diving into advocacy, inclusion and family partnership in early childhood: https://t.co/lT6UGiXzp0
#DEC2025 #ThoughtLeadership #EarlyIntervention
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🚨 Federal shutdown Q&A: What does it mean for Head Start programs? Join experts Katie Hamm & Devin O’Connor for a live webinar to get answers + guidance. #TogetherforHeadStart 📅 Oct 8 | ⏰ 3–3:30 pm ET 👉 Register now: https://t.co/EsqoCwKJJS
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