ESC Region 19 Head Start

EPFD Visits Options Head Start

Head Start Staff Recruit Families for Full Day PreK

In 1982, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed October “National Head Start Awareness Month” to recognize and support the program’s positive impact in providing quality early education and opportunities to America’s low-income children and families.

As September dawns, the young hearts of our Head Start children beat to the rhythm of Hispanic Heritage Month. This annual observance, running from September 15th to October 15th, offers an opportunity to honor the rich cultural tapestry of Hispanic communities.

Tornillo Head Start inherits TISD Elementary School Building

Male involvement activities promote strong role models for children

It was a proud day at Head Start centers across El Paso and Hudspeth counties as parents, teachers, and community members gathered to celebrate the 2023 Head Start graduates.

Local magician George Diazo brought enchantment and wonder to Sparks Head Start with an interactive and jaw-dropping children's magic show.

Children at Sparks Head Start received a friendly visit -and a surprise gift from the El Paso Police Department as part of the EPPD "Cops Helping Kids" community service initiative.

ESC19 Head Start, Horizon City PD and Raising Cane’s Chicken teamed up to promote vehicle safety at at the“Click It or Chicken” event at Pete Duarte Head Start in Horizon. City, Texas.

Donations from community partners empower Head Start families.

The upgrades include the installation of both traditional and interactive Crooked House Community Playgrounds, as well as soft artificial surfaces in place of mulch and sand.

Since its inception in 1965, the Head Start program has been steeped in a rich culture of diversity.

An early education at Head Start is an invaluable experience that provides a range of benefits to children and families

Parents play a vital role in supporting their child's early childhood developmental milestones at home.

For the first time in more than a year, Head Start preschoolers returned to school! ESC 19 Head Start center staff welcome back children to the classroom for their first day of school. For 10 Head Start centers that are making the transition from virtual to in-person learning, preparedness is key to keeping children and staff safe this coming year.