WSA Head Start and ECEAP

10/14/2026

LAST CALL! Registration closes tonight.
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What will you learn at Growing Your Reach?
Explore practical strategies to strengthen how your program connects with families and communities:
• Communicate with Purpose
Better understand your audience and share your message in ways that resonate.
• Build Meaningful Relationships
Build trust through authentic communication, empathy, and intentional engagement.
• Grow Your Reach
Strengthen partnerships, expand community connections, and create advocates for your program.
Join us virtually October 14–15, 2026!
Registration:

Strengthen how you communicate the Head Start story, build trust, and create meaningful connections with families and community partners in this interactive two-day training.

10/09/2026

Interested in becoming a Parent Ambassador? Applications are now open!

10/08/2026

10/08/2026

Join The Arc of King County for an interactive voter education event designed to help you participate in elections with confidence. Visit information stations, connect with helpful resources, and collect stamps in your event passport for a chance to win a prize!

You will learn about
-Ballot drop box locations
-Accessible voting options
-Caregiver support for voting
-Voter education on current positions and initiatives
-Resources and more!

Located at The Arc of King County at 2650 S. 200th Street,
#101, SeaTac, WA 98198.

Parking is available at the Angle Lake Station.

Snacks and drinks will be provided.

For questions or accommodations, please contact Pam Phillips at [email protected]
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Spanish

Acompáñenos en un evento interactivo de educación cívica diseñado para ayudarle a participar en las elecciones con confianza. Visite los puestos informativos, acceda a recursos útiles y coleccione sellos en su "pasaporte del evento" ¡para tener la oportunidad de ganar un premio!

Aprenderá sobre:
-Ubicaciones de los buzones para depositar las boletas electorales
-Opciones de votación accesible
-Apoyo para cuidadores en el proceso de votación
-Información sobre los cargos e iniciativas actuales
-¡Recursos y más!

El evento se llevará a cabo en The Arc of King County: 2650 S. 200th Street,
#101, SeaTac, WA 98198.

Hay estacionamiento disponible en la estación Angle Lake.

Se ofrecerán refrigerios y bebidas.

Si tiene preguntas o necesita adaptaciones especiales, por favor comuníquese con Pam Phillips a [email protected]

10/08/2026

Join Head Start California for Growing Your Reach: Building Meaningful Connections with Families and Communities, October 14–15!

This two-day virtual training will help Head Start professionals strengthen communication, build trust, and create meaningful connections with families, community partners, and stakeholders.

For members of WSA, use discount code STATE50 to get $50 off your registration.

Register today:

Strengthen how you communicate the Head Start story, build trust, and create meaningful connections with families and community partners in this interactive two-day training.

10/07/2026

Congratulations and thank you! 40k+ Comments on the Head Start rule

10/07/2026

I wanted to share an upcoming free webinar from the Community Outreach Unit from the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project, in case it is of interest to anyone.

Know Your Rights: A Presentation for Small Businesses
Thursday, October 8, 2026
6:00 PM
Online via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TvmaVCjKQhean6NdNhLOGw #/registration

NWIRP attorneys will talk about:

How employers can support employees during an enforcement action

Employers’ rights in the workplace

What to expect during an I-9 inspection

Practical information for employers and employees

There will also be a live Q&A, giving participants an opportunity to ask NWIRP attorneys questions about immigration law and I-9 inspections.

The webinar will be presented in English with simultaneous Spanish interpretation.

The webinar will be recorded and available to registrants after - so register even if you can't make it, and theyll send you the recording.

Join Northwest Immigrant Rights Project for an informative, free webinar to learn how you can support your employees and understand your rights as an employer. Learn about how to support employees in an enforcement action, your rights in the workplace, what to expect during I-9 inspections, and prac...

10/05/2026

10/05/2026

Since 1965, Head Start has supported more than 40 million children through their landmark early childcare and health services.

A federal overhaul proposed by the Trump Administration is now threatening the high quality standards that define the program. All children and families, regardless of income, should have access to the resources they need to build futures, including education.

Let policymakers know why you support Head Start at: https://www.childrensdefense.org/advocacy-actions/protect-head-start/

10/05/2026

The Trump administration has proposed changes to Head Start regulations that would remove rules against suspending and expelling preschoolers.