Many Head Start programs across the country could be forced to close at the end of this week if the federal government shutdown continues, jeopardizing free child care and other services for tens of ...

Head Start could face further disruptions in November if the government is not reopened, according to the National Head Start Association (NHSA). The federally funded program provides early childhood ...

Head Start programs provide early childhood education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement services to low-income families. Federal funding for Head Start was uncertain earlier this year but ...