Community Connections, Family Safety, and Learning: Highlights from Head Start Community Program of Morris County
The Head Start Community Program of Morris County has been busy creating meaningful experiences for children and families! From welcoming local firefighters into the classroom to promoting family safety and building community partnerships, these recent…
Head Start Voices Represented at Rowan University Early Childhood Conference
Head Start leaders recently joined an important statewide conversation about the future of early childhood education in New Jersey at Rowan University’s conference, “Expanding Child Care and Preschool Education in New Jersey: Achievements, Challenges and…
Rooted & Rising: NJHSA Leaders Come Together for 2026 Board & Directors Retreat
The New Jersey Head Start Association brought Head Start leaders from across the state together in August for three days of connection, collaboration, and planning for the future. Held August 11–13 at the Chauncey Inn…
A Mental Fitness Resource for Head Start Professionals and Families
Head Start professionals spend every day supporting children, families, and their communities. Through the National Head Start Association (NHSA), members have access to a resource designed to support their own well-being, too. The Starling Mental…
Head Start Community Program of Morris County Welcomes Congressional Visit
The Head Start Community Program of Morris County recently welcomed Honorable Analilia Mejia for a visit to its headquarters, providing an opportunity to highlight the life-changing impact of Head Start programs on children and families…
Senator Anthony Bucco Inspires Young Learners During Reading Event at Zufall Health
The New Jersey Head Start Association is proud to celebrate a special community partnership that brought learning, literacy, and leadership together for Head Start children in Morris County. Recently, students from the Head Start Community…
Parent Leaders Take Center Stage at NJHSA Conference
Parents Affiliate brings together parent leaders who are committed to advocating for children and families, fostering meaningful family engagement, and supporting the Head Start mission in their local communities. The conference provided an opportunity for…
Welcoming Dr. Joselyn Estevez-Vargas as President of the New Jersey Head Start Association
The New Jersey Head Start Association is proud to welcome Dr. Joselyn Estevez-Vargas as the newly elected President of the New Jersey Head Start Association following her election this past Sunday. Dr. Estevez-Vargas brings years…
NJHSA and Teachstone Partner to Offer 2026 Professional Development Webinar Series
NJHSA is proud to announce an exciting professional development opportunity for member programs this year. Building on the success of our 2025 pilot, NJHSA has partnered with Teachstone to offer a four-session webinar series designed…
New On-Demand Training Opportunities Now Available
The New Jersey Head Start Association (NJHSA) is excited to announce the availability of new on-demand professional development trainings designed to strengthen leadership, governance, and parent engagement across Head Start programs. These flexible, self-paced courses…
