Introducing the Head Start Forward Campaign
Dr. Bernadine Futrell: Hello, this is Dr. Bernadine Futrell, the proud director of The Office of Head Start and a proud alumni of the Head Start program. I am here to announce the Head Start Forward campaign. Head Start Forward is a national campaign to move Head Start forward and build us back better out of this pandemic. Our goal with Head Start Forward is to bring the Head Start community together in truth, in unity, and in love as we work together to get back to in-person comprehensive services.
We know the past has been difficult, and we're also navigating it as we speak. We also know that the Head Start community is strong and resilient. I know that the Head Start community continue to work in the midst of a pandemic. For that, I say thank you, and I'm grateful. I also know that – that came with great personal stress. We want you to know you are not alone, and together, help is here. As a unified Head Start community, we will engage in conversations and share information, resources, innovative ideas, strategies, and stories about effective ways to bring back children and families to in-person comprehensive services.
Join us for a series of webinars this summer and follow along on social media as we share updates about Head Start Forward's progress. We know that we can do this. We know that we are strong. And together, we can move Head Start Forward.
CloseSince the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Head Start, Early Head Start, Migrant and Seasonal Head Start, American Indian and Alaska Native Head Start, and Head Start-Child Care Partnership programs have faced and overcome unprecedented challenges. Together, we have experienced the effects of the pandemic in big and small ways. Together, we have demonstrated resiliency, innovation, and perseverance.
Together, we are moving forward.
Disclaimer: In light of the Omicron variant, the Vaccine and Mask Requirements to Mitigate the Spread of COVID-19 in Head Start Programs Interim Final Rule with Comment Period, and the new Head Start Enrollment Forward series, OHS cautions that while majority of the information included in this video remains factual, some pieces may no longer be accurate or up-to-date. For the most up to date guidance, please consult OHS COVID-19 Updates.