CESA #11 Head Start

09/29/2026

Miss Thia's Experience at the Conscious Discipline Institute

Recently our Early Childhood Education Coach/Mentor, Thia, attended the Conscious Discipline Insti...

07/27/2026

Check out our awesome Cadott Head Start staff! Look for Ms. Jenna and Ms. Amber in thr Cadott Parade today!!! We also brought Pete the Cat!!

07/27/2026

First Five Years Fund Poll: New National Child Care Poll

from First Five Years Fund: New National Child Care Poll A new national survey finds that voters ...

04/23/2026

Barron-Woodland's Big Move to Ridgeland

Dear Head Start Families, We are writing to share some exciting news regarding the future of our p...

01/13/2026

Thia and Penny recently had the opportunity to attend the Conscious Discipline event “Coaching Yourself So You Can Coach Others” in Oklahoma City, OK. This powerful experience focused on the importance of self-awareness and self-regulation as the foundation for effective coaching and leadership.

Throughout the event, they explored practical strategies for recognizing personal stress responses, regulating emotions in challenging moments, and modeling calm, intentional behavior for others. Emphasis was placed on understanding how our own regulation directly impacts the way we support educators, children, and teams.

Thia and Penny are excited to bring these self-regulation tools and Conscious Discipline strategies back to our program to strengthen relationships, support staff well-being, and foster a more connected, regulated, and responsive learning environment for everyone.

- Thia Rutledge

01/13/2026

The Colfax and Menomonie Head Start centers hosted the Dunn County Community Partner Luncheon on January 8, 2026, at the Dunn County Government Center. Twenty-six community partners gathered for an afternoon of collaboration, connection, and shared learning.

Participants enjoyed a delicious chicken and wild rice soup accompanied by an assortment of cheese and crackers while engaging in meaningful conversation. The luncheon provided an opportunity for local organizations to share community data, highlight available resources, and discuss ways to strengthen support for children and families throughout Dunn County.

By bringing partners together in a relaxed and welcoming setting, the event reinforced the importance of collaboration in addressing community needs. The Colfax and Menomonie Head Start teams appreciate the continued partnership and commitment of local agencies and look forward to building on these connections to better serve families in the year ahead.

- Brandi Warner

12/01/2025

Our Stanley-Boyd and Cadott centers are kicking off this winter season with a parent workshop! Families were welcomed in to make snowman crafts to decorate together!

Stay warm and have fun everyone!

11/06/2025

Spaghetti Dinner on November 20th

Barron County Head Start and Early Head Start are hosting a spaghetti dinner at BCDIS (175 North La...

11/05/2025

On November 8th from 9 am-12 pm St. Joseph Catholic Church (827 E Lasalle Ave. Barron, WI, 54868) will be giving away winter clothing! This includes coats, snow pants, boots and blankets!

11/03/2025

2025 Fall Communication Link

Happy Fall Y'all! Click here to see what all of our centers have been up to so far this school...