Region VII Head Start Association

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Head Start programs aren’t just for children — we support parents and families, too! Watch this video to learn how our staff partners with families like yours and can help you reach your goals: https://buff.ly/3PD40qG

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July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month.

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Happy 4th of July!

Empowering little hearts and minds to shine bright, today and every day. ❤️💙

Congratulations Leslie, Kim, Camilo and Cherie!

via Kansas Head Start Association:

Congratulations to all our Kansas Awards & Scholarships winners who went on to win Region VII Head Start Association awards.
Pictured below is Leslie Simmons from NEK-CAP, Inc. (Northeast Kansas Community Action Program), Family Leader of the Year.
Award winners who were unable to attend:
Administrator of the Year (tie): Kimberly Sill, Olathe Head Start
Head Start Alumni High School Senior: Camilo Bustamante, Olathe Head Start
Kansas State Children's Champion, Cherie Sage, Safe Kids Kansas
Congratulations!

A big Thank you to the Region VII Training and Technical Assistance Team! We are so grateful for your expertise and support! We appreciate your efforts in helping us have a great conference!

Congratulations Steph Knust, Nebraska State Children's Champion!

👏 A huge round of applause for Steph Knust, Nebraska's Head Start State Collaboration Director, on a remarkable achievement!

We are thrilled to announce that Steph has been named Nebraska's State Children's Champion by the Region VII Head Start Association! 🏆

Steph's dedication and passion for fostering collaboration among Head Start and other programs, as well as her efforts to strengthen early childhood systems and expand access, have truly transformed the lives of countless children and families across Nebraska.

Join us in celebrating Steph's outstanding contributions and applauding her commitment to ensuring every child has a strong foundation for success. 🎉

Congratulations Amy Ramos, Region VII Teacher of the Year!

Congratulations Amy Ramos for being an awesome teacher and for winning Region 7‘s Teacher of the Year! She had an awesome cheering section at the conference! Congratulations Again

Thank you Johanna Soto for sharing your insight into the Art of Listening! We're so glad you joined us at the R7HSA Conference!

Today my heart is full! Thank y’all for the energy, passion and commitment to Head Start. As I head home remember to be present, connect and dance! Until the next time Region VII Head Start Association!

Thank you Kerry with Frog Street for supporting the R7HSA Conference!

Thank you Sam and Hysauna with SWA Connect for supporting the R7HSA Conference!

Thank you Innovative Healthcare Solutions for supporting the R7HSA Conference!

Congratulations to
Kellie Kelly of Urban League
St. Louis!👏😃🥳

She was the lucky winner of the IHS Backpack Giveaway at the Region 7 Conference 🍀🐤

To all our Head Start and Early Head Start educators and staff,
THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO!!!

We are lucky ducks to have you as our valued customers!

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Thank you Danita with School Health for supporting the R7HSA Conference!

Some of our team is attending the Region VII Head Start Association conference.

Thank you Jami with Plusoptix Inc for supporting the 2023 R7HSA Conference!

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Thank you Phyllis with Southern Bus & Mobility for supporting the R7HSA Conference!

In case you didn't hear, we were saddened to learn that "Mama Duck" was damaged by vandals in Chicago the weekend prior to our event, and therefore unable to travel to be with us. But in true fashion, attendees made the most of the situation and celebrated anyway! https://fox4kc.com/news/duck-down-worlds-largest-rubber-duck-delays-visit-to-kansas-city-metro/

Thank you for helping make our event so special!

Even the dogs are barking about getting their ducks in a row!

You know you’re at a conference before you ever enter the building!

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Find a Head Start job near you or anywhere in the U.S. on the ECLKC! Explore the Head Start program job center here: https://buff.ly/3vhlE6z

It’s BIG news! And R7HSA is making it happen!

The World's Largest Rubber Duck stands 61 feet high, 64 feet wide and 74 feet long.

And it's coming to Overland Park. https://tinyurl.com/yjfs87wx

This is the last week to register for the 2023 R7HSA Conference being held NEXT WEEK, June 12-15, in Overland Park, KS.

Featuring:

• The Worlds Largest Rubber Duck (60 feet tall!)
• Office of Head Start speakers
• Featured Speaker: Erin Ramsey
• Regional Awards Recognition
• 30+ Training sessions
• 20+ Exhibitors
• Content Area Expert Consultations
• and much more!

Register today!
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ejphau1t1decba96&llr=q8bso8pab&fbclid=IwAR1U2Rs6A1vP82WSy7FRZun7L5nmebaVKRJH3oVActv6FR1LSYw2wce7gfw

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Helping your child recognize and name how they feel can help them better express their feelings, and this can make a big difference in their behavior. Discover how to help your child handle and recognize their emotions with these helpful tips!

https://buff.ly/3pkSFwL

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Are you looking for ways to help make the transition to kindergarten easier for your child?

Our carefully selected children's books not only help children understand the transition process, but also increase their comfort in their new learning setting! 📖

Learn more: https://buff.ly/31p7jI9

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For consider the 8 dimensions of well-being and learn how you can use them to meet daily demands & challenges: https://buff.ly/3diD7aD

Cuéntame un cuento se centra en ayudarte a utilizar los libros para suscitar un debate reflexivo sobre temas socioemocionales, como la gestión de las emociones, las transiciones o las crisis en la vida de los niños a tu cargo.

Echa un vistazo: https://bit.ly/3B6FBBs

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Join our team in Ellsworth! We are hiring a Teacher Assistant for the 2023-24 school year. Apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/usd305/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Early+Childhood

Head Start programs have partnered with families for 58 years to support children’s success in school and in life. To celebrate Head Start’s 58th birthday, complete this short scavenger hunt and use the hashtag !

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REMINDER: Teach children self-regulation skills and strategies BEFORE they need to use them. Moments of dysregulation are NOT when we should teach children to use these skills.

Learn more: https://buff.ly/42hOTpT

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To all moms and mother figures, you are the best! So much is going to happen over the next few years, and transitioning to kindergarten will be a big step in our lives. But together, we can do it!

This resource will guide you: https://buff.ly/2tmsqMZ

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In honor of , we celebrate the superheroes of the Heart Start classroom —teachers!

Watch our tribute now: https://buff.ly/2WrBfid

May is the Head Start program’s birthday month! Throughout the month, we’ll be taking a look at how Head Start programs help children and families thrive.

Learn more about our history: https://buff.ly/2onERWg