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Head Start alum grateful to give back as associate teacher
October 8, 2026
As a Head Start student, Lillian admired her teachers so much that she would come home and pretend to be one herself while playing school. When the time came to seriously consider her future career options, she reflected on all the teachers who had made an impact throughout her life. This included the staff at […]
Read StoryA head start and a career calling
October 5, 2026
Luzerne County Head Start provided Samantha with a supportive environment to step out of her comfort zone. Meanwhile, her mother Heidi was beginning a career making a difference in the lives of other families. Samantha suffered from severe anxiety as a child, particularly separation anxiety. Samantha’s doctor suggested putting her in daycare or preschool, but […]
Read StoryFinding support every step of the way
October 5, 2026
When Brooke first came to Luzerne County Head Start as a young mother, she was touched by the supportive and understanding staff. It was clear how much they cared for each family. “They make every child feel special in their program,” she said. Brooke decided to enroll her daughters because they were struggling to learn […]
Read StoryRegistration open for education and career fair
September 29, 2026
Luzerne County Head Start is inviting families to take part in its Roadmap for Progress event on Friday, Oct. 9. Through Roadmap for Progress, Head Start is giving its current and past parents the chance to explore career and educational advancement opportunities in one place. Community partners will share information on job openings, higher education […]
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