Region 16 Head Start

09/22/2026

Nothing beats making memories with Head Start families! 🥰

Walking togther in the Tri-State Parade was such a blast for our families and our staff! 👏🏻👏🏻

We especially loved the theme of celebrating first responders! We loved getting to show our gratitude to all of our local heroes! ❤️💙

09/09/2026

08/18/2026

AMAZING things are in store for our 2026-2027 school year!! 🎒🥳👏🏻

Every child, every family, every day!! ❤️❤️

08/17/2026

We loved getting out into the community at the XIT Parade! 🤗❤️

Did you know our Head Start program serves 18 of the 26 counties across the Texas Panhandle? And the best part: we enroll children ages 0 to 4 year-round!

Whether you're looking for a playful environment for your toddler or a kindergarten-readiness classroom for your preschooler, we're here to help your family thrive.

Apply here!
https://r16.us/HeadStart

07/28/2026

We love Taylor Jean Packebush Wilson and her amazing dedication to the children and families of Head Start!! 👏🏻❤️

07/23/2026

We are beyond proud to share that Sherri O'Daniel, Coordinator of Disabilities, Mental Health, & Home Base, has been appointed by Governor Greg Abbott to the Early Childhood Intervention Advisory Committee! 👏🏻👏🏻

In this vital role, Sherri will advise the Texas Health and Human Services Commission on directing, supervising, and monitoring early intervention services statewide. Her work will help ensure that infants and toddlers under age 3 with developmental needs across Texas receive the support they need to thrive. ❤️🤍💙

Sherri, thank you for your unwavering dedication to children and families—both in our community and now across the entire state of Texas!

07/01/2026

Region 16 Head Start is a tuition-free, early childhood education program for children ages 0-4! 🤗🍎

The Head Start program works in collaboration with schools and daycares in 19 of the 26 counties in the Texas Panhandle. Whether you are looking for a safe, playful environment for your infant or a classroom dedicated to kindergarten readiness, we have a spot for you! ❤️❤️

Click the link below to find a Head Start classroom near you and start your application today!
🔗 https://r16.us/HeadStart

06/25/2026

Walking with friends in the Juneteenth parade. Love to celebrate our community any chance we get!