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Special guests welcomed for Head Start Awareness Month
October 30, 2026
October is Head Start Awareness Month, a time to recognize the children, families and staff who make Head Start such an important part of communities across the nation. For more than 60 years, Head Start providers like Luzerne County Head Start have helped children build a foundation for school and life while supporting parents and […]
Read StoryStudent finds his voice in Head Start
October 21, 2026
As a little boy, Jeremiah struggled to express himself through speech. With support from Luzerne County Head Start, he underwent speech therapy, socialized with other children his age and slowly gained the skills and confidence he needed to communicate. Today, he’s 10 years old and in fifth grade, and his speech is clear. “These services […]
Read StoryPolicy Council member sees positive family outcomes from Head Start
October 20, 2026
When Cady enrolled her children in Luzerne County Head Start, she was seeking an early learning program that would prepare them for kindergarten while supporting their development. “Head Start has been a great experience for me and my children,” she said. “It has helped my children learn and grow while giving me peace of […]
Read StoryFormer Head Start parent inspired to support other families
October 13, 2026
Sarah found support at Luzerne County Head Start during a major transitional period for her family. She and her son, Brentley, had just moved back to the area from Texas. They were temporarily staying with Sarah’s mother as Sarah worked on finding a place of their own. During this time of uncertainty, Sarah decided to […]
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