Opinion
by Nicole Blais
Since 1965, Head Start has been an essential source of support for millions of children and families, offering early childhood education, health services and family support to those who need it most. This 60-year history rings ever-true right here in the Greater Holyoke, Chicopee and Springfield area.
Holyoke, Chicopee, Springfield Head Start Inc. started in 1965 in the community room of Toepfert Housing in Holyoke with one classroom and today has grown to serve over 600 children and families a year in area communities, with an additional 700 families on our waitlists.
HCS Head Start is more than just a program; it is a lifeline that connects families to vital resources.
The looming threats of federal funding cuts— especially to programs that safeguard the health and well-being of our children and families — is an issue affecting more than just those we serve. These cuts should concern everyone who is committed to the vitality of the region because the ripple effect of lost funding will go far beyond families served.
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