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Latest News From Wisconsin Head Start Association
WHSA 2026 Annual Training Conference
Join us for the Wisconsin Head Start Association's 24th Annual Training Conference Monday – Wednesday, February 23-25, 2026 This three-day event brings together the entire early childhood community—from Head Start and Early Head Start staff to parents, families, and...
Nominate a colleague, team member, or yourself!
Nominate a colleague, team member, or yourself! Share why this person is a gift to Head Start and how they embody our mission every day.
Join WHSA Communities of Practice – Final 2026 Sessions
Perfect for New Employees + Continuing Professional Growth $90 per series | Choose New Year Momentum OR Spring Implementation Why This Works for Your Team Onboarding new staff? Communities of Practice offer the fastest way to: Connect new employees with Wisconsin's...
Affiliate Scholarships | Becas Para Afiliadas de WHSA
**En inglés y español** The WHSA Affiliate Scholarships are annual awards funded through proceeds from WHSA fundraising efforts and event raffles. These scholarships are specifically designed for Head Start and Early Head Start parents and staff members who are...
WHSA Governance Toolkit
Description A strong Governance System is built on clear processes, adherence to requirements, and development of positive relationships between management and Governing Bodies, which are essential to support compliance, continuous improvement and innovation. This...
Wisconsin Head Start Association: Your Pathway to Meaningful Careers
Wisconsin Head Start Association (WHSA) connects talented professionals with meaningful career opportunities across our 39 grantees serving Wisconsin's youngest and most vulnerable citizens. For over 60 years, our programs have made a difference in all 72 Wisconsin...
WHSA Winter Advocacy Series 2025
WHSA Winter Advocacy Series Feb. 3, 10, & 17, Mar. 3, 2025 Join us for a virtual, 4-part, advocacy training series! WHSA has partnered with the Wisconsin Early Childhood Association advocacy team to bring short advocacy trainings that will be useful to the...
April Advocacy and Capitol Visits: Spring 2025
April Advocacy Event Tuesday - Wednesday, April 15 & 16, Madison, Wisconsin Working Together for...








