Sunday, July 28, 2013

The Headstart Association


THE NATIONAL HEADSTART ASSOCIATION

 

*                                                       What specific section(s) or information seemed particularly relevant to your current professional development?

The information on  advocacy, professional development, research, membership also the statement that the organization present on the cite stating that they are committed “To lead.To be the untiring voice that will not be quiet until every vulnerable child is served with the Head Start model of support for the whole child, the family and the community.” And that they are  committed. “To advocate.To work diligently for policy and institutional changes that ensure all vulnerable children and families have what they need to succeed.”

*                                                       Which ideas/statements/resources, either on the website or in an e-newsletter, did you find controversial or made you think about an issue in new ways?

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*                                                       I did not find anything to be controversial but I did like the issue on Maternal and Infant Home Visiting Program Evaluation. As a new grandmother I was glad to see that head start in interested in the care of infants and young children. The program is called The Maternal, Infant and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program (MIECHV) and it provides intensive home-visitation services to families who are expected a child or children. The goal is to help build relationships and assist parents in becoming ready for the family.

 

*       What information does the website or the e-newsletter contain that adds to your understanding of how economists, neuroscientists, or politicians support the early childhood field?

                                                               

*                                     The research Tab had some wonderful information on how Head start is beneficial in many different areas such as educational. Economical and even Law enforcement. I was shocked to see how Head Start could benefit Law Enforcement, but according to the article it stated that “HS children are significantly less likely to have been charged with a crime than their siblings who did not participate in HS.”

 
                                                        

*       What other new insights about issues and trends in the early childhood field did you gain from exploring the website or e-newsletter?
    

*                                                       When I explored the Head start website I also learned that there are a lot of resources out here and that people really do care about the education of our young people. I also learned that more needs to be done.

 


National Head Start Association http://www.nhsa.org/


(Newsletter: http://www.nhsa.org/news_and_advocacy/advocacy/legislative_eupdate

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2 comments:

  1. DanielleJuly 28, 2013 at 6:34 PM

    Head Start has always done a great job with educating children and parents. The supports and services they offer are right on target for what our low income parents and families need. Head Start in my community draws in the community and makes everyone aware of their efforts and how they can assist with the goals and vision of The Head Start program. I enjoyed reading your post and thoughts. Great job!

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  2. UnknownAugust 1, 2013 at 5:53 AM

    Hi Laketha,

    Thanks for sharing the information regarding Head Start. It is amazing to see that a single organization has been successful in providing a model of use throughout the country which can possibly be extended to the world. Is it true that Head Start is only for the children of poor families or is it open to all families? You mention a great point about law enforcement; it is great to see that they have such statistics to prove the program's efficacy!

    Thanks again!
    Divya

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