Kentucky Head Start Association

05/19/2026

For more than six decades, Head Start has supported children, families, and communities across the country. Since its founding in 1965, the program has served more than 40 million children, helping build strong foundations for lifelong success. This milestone reflects the commitment and care of the educators, staff, parents, and partners who make this work possible every single day.

05/05/2026

📢 Session Proposals Needed!

KHSA is seeking presenters for their 2026 Annual Conference, happening October 20-21 at the Louisville Marriott East in Louisville, KY.

We’re looking for impactful sessions for Early Head Start and Head Start Programs, designed for staff like specialists, coaches, nutritionists, childcare providers, and more.

Submit your proposal here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026KHSA

Know someone who’d be a great fit? Share this opportunity with them!

04/17/2026

What does Head Start mean to you?

For the children in our programs, it means learning, growing, and dreaming big—and their heartfelt drawings show just that!

Now we want to hear from you: What does Head Start mean to your family or community? Share your thoughts in the comments and celebrate the bright futures being built across Kentucky.

04/16/2026

📢 Save the Date! KHSA 2026 Conference

🗓️ October 20-21, 2026
📍 Louisville, KY

Head Start leaders, parents, and partners are coming together to create opportunities and shape a brighter future for Kentucky’s children.

📌 More details coming soon!

12/10/2025

We were thrilled to celebrate Kentucky's Award Winners this morning. Congratulations to everyone, very well deserved. Head Start is lucky to have you!

12/09/2025

The 2025 KHSA Conference started strong with our Keynote Speaker Dr. Sonia Cabell, author of Strive-for-Five Conversations.

Thank you to for sponsoring this fantastic session.

12/08/2025

Head Start professionals, partners, and leaders from across Kentucky will come together to share ideas, learn, and collaborate to strengthen the future of Head Start programs in our communities.

We’d like to take a moment to thank Lakeshore Learning and Miracle Playgrounds of KY & TN for their generous support in making this event possible. Your commitment to early childhood education and development is invaluable.

11/07/2025

📢 Important Update from the Kentucky Head Start Association

We know that our Head Start families and communities may have concerns about the challenges facing Head Start programs due to the government shutdown. At this time, all Head Start programs in Kentucky are open and operational, serving children and families.

Programs with grant start dates after October 1 will need to make difficult decisions if the shutdown continues. While we cannot predict what lies ahead, we are committed to keeping families informed of any changes to the operating status of programs in Kentucky.

For over 60 years, Head Start has been a cornerstone of early childhood education and family support. We stand with all Head Start programs working tirelessly to serve their communities during this time.

Thank you for your continued support.

11/03/2025

Bourbon Preschool celebrated Day of the Dead with their community, highlighting culture and tradition.

"Día de los Mu***os: A day for family, memories, and bright colors!"

"Día de los Mu***os: ¡Un día para la familia, los recuerdos y los colores brillantes!"

10/31/2025

KCEOC Head Start will remain open to serve children.

KCEOC’s Commitment to Service- We will remain open!

As the Federal Shutdown continues to cause uncertainty for the programs that depend on federal grant funds, KCEOC remains focused on the families and children that participate in those programs, specifically the Head Start Program.

KCEOC’s federal funding for the Head Start program will end on Nov. 1st. New funding cannot be disbursed while the government is shut down.

That means the 900 children who learn and thrive at KCEOC Head Start centers will be at risk of losing access to services.

KCEOC and the Board of Directors have been working on a detailed plan to prevent children from suffering through the effects of a shutdown. KCEOC’s Board of Directors decided to take on the risk to continue operations by seeking a line of credit. It is hoped that once funding is resumed, the agency will be able to pay off the lenders. KCEOC is responsible for all interest accrued and must pay the interest with non-federal funds. This money will come from agency resources that are normally used to fill gaps between programs and services; this will come mainly from donations.

Taking risks in times of uncertainty can be overwhelming. The real risk is children not receiving early childhood interventions, education, meals, health screenings, and not being safe while their parents are at work,trying to provide a better future for their families.

The need for Head Start and other programs is far greater than any risk, and we are committed to remaining open for as long as possible. In short, we will NOT be shutting down operations on November 1st.