Nebraska Head Start Association


Since 1965, Head Start has provided quality, comprehensive services - in education, nutrition, family support, and parent involvement - to prepare low-income children and their families for school and give them a "head start" in breaking the cycle of poverty.
	Early Head Start became available in 1995 to service pregnant women, infants and toddlers to age three. Other Head Start Programs offered in the state include Migrant and Tribal. Nebraska Head Start Programs serve approximately 6,000 children and their families in almost all counties.

Our Mission

The Mission of the Nebraska Head Start Association and its members is to provide education, leadership, and advocacy that positively impacts the quality of life for Nebraska's children, families, and communities.

NeHSA Board of Directors

The Board of Directors is comprised of NE Head Start Directors, staff, parents and friends who speak with a unified voice.

Carry out NeHSA mission, values and outcomes
Promote statewide partnerships that
support our mission
Ensure association needs are forwarded to Region VII Head Start Board
Board of Directors meet bi-monthly

NeHSA EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE &
CONTACT INFORMATION

NeHSA Advisory Members

Input toward position papers on issues that affect children and families in Nebraska
Working committees consist of Finance, Education/Training, Advocacy/Outreach and Membership
Serve on several state-wide organizations that advocate for children and families
Develop a newsletter to alert members to situations and address issues that affect children and families in Nebraska
Advisory members meet bi-monthly

NeHSA Membership

Provide opportunities for professional development through an annual conference
Receive state-wide and regional information through a quarterly newsletter
Receive a professional membership card
Reduced registration fees for annual NeHSA training
Offer scholarships to Head Start staff and parents

NeHSA Membership Application