Celebrating Juneteenth: History & Resources for Wisconsin Families
Celebrating Juneteenth: History, Reflection, and Resources for Wisconsin Families Today, we join communities across the state to explore vital Juneteenth resources for families and honor a monumental day in American history. Marking June 19, 1865, the day news of...
Why Head Start Matters for Military and Veteran Families in Wisconsin
Head Start and Military and Veteran Families in Wisconsin When we think about who Head Start serves, military and veteran families aren’t always the first to come to mind. But Head Start military and veteran families in Wisconsin tell a different story. Nearly...
How ICE Is Affecting Head Start Children, Families and Staff
A new survey examines the ICE enforcement impact on Head Start programs across the country. The Washington State Association of Head Start and ECEAP (WSA), alongside the Pennsylvania and Wisconsin Head Start Associations, surveyed 277 directors, leadership staff,...
Monday, May 18 marks the 61st birthday of Head Start
Monday, May 18 marks the 61st birthday of Head Start, one of the longest-running and most impactful early childhood programs in American history. It’s Head Start’s 61st birthday, and at WHSA, we’re not just celebrating a milestone. We’re taking...
Parent and Staff Affiliate Scholarship – Applications Open
At Wisconsin Head Start Association, we believe that investing in our people strengthens our entire community. That is why we are proud to announce that applications for the WHSA Parent Affiliate Scholarship and Staff Affiliate Scholarship are now open. If you are a...
Statewide Leadership Summit — Registration Now Open
Wisconsin Head Start Association Statewide Leadership Summit — Registration Now Open 📅 June 16–17, 2026 📍 Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center — Wisconsin Dells, WI Join Head Start and Early Head Start executive directors and program leaders from across...
Spring Implementation: Communities of Practice
Perfect for New Employees + Continuing Professional Growth $90 | 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 Head Start network Learn from...
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,...Find A Program Near You
