Head Start, a program of New River Community Action

08/12/2026

Our vision at NRCA is a New River Valley where all individuals and families can thrive. We are committed to providing programs and services needed and valued by our community. Could you help us learn if we're making progress on our goals? Please help by taking this 1-minute survey, and we would be thrilled if you could share this with your local family, friends and neighbors

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06/12/2026

Families of 3 and 4 year olds:
Head Start and VPI will be selecting students for the upcoming 2026/2027 school year THIS MONTH!
Do not delay - apply today!!! https://eo.schoolmint.com/

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05/22/2026

05/20/2026

The data says "evidence-based outcomes."

You call it Tuesday. You call it showing up when it's hard. You call it believing a 4-year-old can go further than anyone expected—and proving it.

61 years of Head Start. Happy birthday to the people who make it real.

05/18/2026

Happy birthday Head Start! 🎂🎉

Head Start programs provide comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement services to children and families across the country.

During Community Action Month, we’re proud to celebrate the impact Head Start, a program of New River Community Action is having right here in the New River Valley 💙

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05/15/2026

The grant funding helps New River Community Action administer its head start programs in the region, that more than 200 children in the New River Valley benefit from.

05/13/2026

Exciting things are happening today! 💙

WDBJ reporter Kaira Willis is highlighting the impact of Head Start and early childhood education in our communities, featuring both New River Community Action and Radford City Schools.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to highlight the incredible work being done by Head Start, a program of New River Community Action and community partners to support children and families across our region.

Be sure to keep an eye out for the story airing tonight at 5:30pm on WDBJ!

05/13/2026

💛 You’re Invited: Community Baby Shower! 💛

Jubilee Christian Center is excited to host our Annual Community Baby Shower for families who are expecting or have a newborn up to 1 year old!

✨ This special event is all about blessing our community:
• 🍽️ Lunch will be provided for your family
• 🎁 Each family will receive new baby items to take home

📞 RSVP is required
We are aiming to host 15 families, and once we reach capacity, we will begin a waiting list.

👉 Call 549-639-5672 to reserve your spot!

💝 Want to help?
We welcome our community friends to donate new baby items to support these families.

Let’s come together and love on families in our community! ❤️

The event will be held at Omni Place Event Center 7331 Lee Highway Fairlawn, VA 24141.

05/08/2026

Would like to recognize Ms. Emily Perkins, Giles Co. NRCA Head Start Site Administrator, for receiving NRVCS Agent of Hope Award. Ms. Emily demonstrates an unwavering commitment to showing children and families they matter and are loved. Thank you so very much Ms. Emily and congratulations on this esteemed award!