MSU Extension - Head Start

Learning continues in so many ways during the summer months! ☀️

Reading together, outdoor play, sensory activities, art projects, and simple family routines all help support continued growth and development for young children 💛✨

We are HIRING for a lead and assistant cook.

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🥕 Healthy habits can begin with small everyday moments.

Encouraging children to explore new foods, stay active, and learn through hands-on experiences helps build strong foundations for lifelong wellness 💛

Every story read, activity explored, and skill practiced helps prepare children for future success.

At MSU Head Start and Early Head Start, school readiness is built through meaningful learning experiences, creativity, and hands-on exploration every day!

Our teams have been hard at work preparing Fun Boxes for the 2026 Summer Nutrition Program! ☀️🥕📦

These boxes help support children and families with engaging activities, nutrition resources, and opportunities for continued learning throughout the summer months.

Learning and healthy habits don’t stop when school is out 💛✨

Today we are extending a huge thank you to Ms. Kelly, from Classroom F, for planning all of the Countdown to Summer activities!

We will wrap up the school year with PJ Day and Water Day!

Fresh foods. Family fun. Healthy habits. 🥕

The Yum Box initiative from MSU Head Start and Early Head Start is helping families build healthy routines together through nutrition-focused learning and engagement opportunities.

MSU Extension Head Start launches Yum Box initiative | Mississippi State University Extension Service News Type MSU Extension Head Start launches Yum Box initiative By Sarah Moody Published May 14, 2026 2:53pm Updated May 14, 2026 2:57pm Five-year-old Ke’Riah Washington, a student at East Biloxi Head Start, holds the March Yum Box that was sent to students’ homes in March 2026. (Photo by MSU Ext...

🥕 Healthy habits start early!

Exploring fresh foods helps children build healthy eating habits, confidence, and curiosity about nutrition. Learning can happen everywhere - even with a bunch of carrots! ✨

Every child deserves a head start! 💙❤️

Mississippi needs Head Start and neighbors for childcare - Mississippi Today Mississippi native who now advocates for childcare says both Head Start and families play crucial role in early childhood education. She urges the state to recognize the importance of childcare.