Ohio Head Start Association, Inc.

Ohio Head Start Association, Inc. www.ohsai.org

OHSAI helps by strengthening the people, programs, and partnerships that make Head Start work across Ohio and by making sure that work is understood, supported, and sustained.

Did you know that just 5 drops of blood can save a baby's life?September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month. In Ohio, ...
09/03/2026

Did you know that just 5 drops of blood can save a baby's life?

September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month.
In Ohio, newborns are screened shortly after birth for serious medical conditions that aren't visible at first glance.
Early detection allows for prompt treatment, preventing developmental delays or severe complications.

Learn more about how Ohio protects its smallest residents through the Ohio Department of Health Newborn Screening Program: https://loom.ly/oI97ubs

09/02/2026

More than 26,000 children and families across all 88 Ohio counties rely on Head Start.

As federal officials consider significant changes to Head Start standards, Ohio organizations are asking our members of Congress to listen to parents and providers and protect what works for children and families.

✉️ Add your voice to theirs. It takes less than one minute.

🔗 https://bit.ly/4i7o7LV

Before you try, verify. Always validate baby advice with a trusted source or certified professional. Just because it’s p...
09/02/2026

Before you try, verify.
Always validate baby advice with a trusted source or certified professional.
Just because it’s popular or shared online doesn’t mean it’s safe.

OHSAI has sent a sign-on letter, https://loom.ly/01WKp14, to Ohio's full congressional delegation this week, outlining o...
09/01/2026

OHSAI has sent a sign-on letter, https://loom.ly/01WKp14, to Ohio's full congressional delegation this week, outlining our concerns about the Department of Health and Human Services' proposed changes to the Head Start Program Performance Standards and what these changes could mean for children, families, and programs in all 88 Ohio counties.

Thank you to the following partner organizations across the state that are supporting our concerns and have signed on with us.

The public comment period on the proposed rule closes October 6.

In Wyandot County, just 17% of economically disadvantaged kindergartners show readiness. That means too many children ar...
09/01/2026

In Wyandot County, just 17% of economically disadvantaged kindergartners show readiness.
That means too many children are starting behind—making it harder to catch up later.

🌱 Head Start programs help close this gap by giving children and families the tools to succeed. Ohio’s youngest children deserve a Head Start.

Head Start put families first by leading with expertise and respect. Foster and kinship caregivers are essential advocat...
08/31/2026

Head Start put families first by leading with expertise and respect.
Foster and kinship caregivers are essential advocates for our most vulnerable children.

Did you know? If you are a foster or kinship caregiver in Ohio, the children in your care are eligible for Head Start and Early Head Start!

Head Start partners with caregivers to provide:
✅ High-quality early education
✅ Comprehensive health & dental screenings
✅ A community of support for the whole family

Let’s change lives together.
📍Find a program near you at https://loom.ly/7zDuySw

Growing Independence Matters! Encourage your child to practice simple skills like putting on shoes, cleaning up toys, wa...
08/28/2026

Growing Independence Matters!
Encourage your child to practice simple skills like putting on shoes, cleaning up toys, washing hands, and following routines.
These small steps build confidence and help children feel capable and ready for school.
Learn more: https://loom.ly/qXegR3w

🌿 August is National Wellness Month 🌿This month let's focus on an important part of our overall health: emotional wellne...
08/27/2026

🌿 August is National Wellness Month 🌿
This month let's focus on an important part of our overall health: emotional wellness.

Life will always have its challenges, but building resilience can help us navigate difficult times with greater confidence and strength. Resilience is the ability to bounce back from setbacks, adapt to change, and keep moving forward.

Here are a few simple ways to build resilience:
✅ Develop healthy habits through nutrition, exercise, and quality sleep
✅ Take time for yourself every day
✅ View challenges as opportunities for growth
✅ Practice gratitude and focus on the positives
✅ Stay connected to your purpose and values
✅ Lean on friends, family, and your community for support

Small daily actions can make a big difference in your emotional well-being.
💚 What's one thing you do to support your emotional wellness?

Thank you, Dolly, for sharing your talent, your generosity, and your belief that every child deserves the opportunity to...
08/26/2026

Thank you, Dolly, for sharing your talent, your generosity, and your belief that every child deserves the opportunity to dream, learn, and succeed. Your legacy will continue to shine through every song sung, every book read, and every act of kindness inspired by your example. ❤️📚🎶

Every smile is a mission! 😊 Supporting Head Start invests in success, nourishment, and joy for Ohio's children. Join us ...
08/26/2026

Every smile is a mission! 😊

Supporting Head Start invests in success, nourishment, and joy for Ohio's children.
Join us in giving every child the fair start they deserve, resulting in a higher earning potential and economic success in adulthood – reducing dollars needed for public assistance and the criminal justice system.
Together, we can shape a brighter future in Ohio!

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7810 McEwen Road
Dayton, OH

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+19374351113

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