Federal cuts bring confusion, uncertainty to Alaska’s Head Start programs

Running out of hope: Universal pre-K program's future in flux

HOPE Toledo is putting its universal pre-K program on hold while it grapples with an uncertain future that rests in the hands of state officials and local taxpayers.

CT early childhood programs are at risk without federal funding

Head Start programs that serve hundreds of children in the Naugatuck Valley are at risk of closing if they don’t receive federal funding in the next few weeks. Team Inc., the nonprofit organization that runs the programs across 12 cities and towns from Waterbury to Milford, gets its funding from the Head Start office under the U.S. Department of Health...

Federal cuts to Michigan Head Start leave providers searching for answers

Michigan Head Start programs worry uncertainty following nationwide staff cuts will lead to closures and inadequate services for families

U.S. tariffs are coming and going, but the climate of uncertainty is expected to persist for a while, according to Benoit Durocher of Desjardins Group.

Alaska Head Start programs in limbo after regional office closed by U.S. Health Secretary Kennedy

Students swing on a playground at Meadow Lakes Head Start in Wasilla, Alaska. It closed in 2024 due to funding and staffing challenges. (Image by Lela Seiler, courtesy of CCS Early Learning)Alaska Head Start programs are reeling after the regional federal office was suddenly closed last week, leaving programs uncertain about grant administration and future funding.  Trump-appointed U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F.…

Federal cuts bring confusion, uncertainty to Alaska’s Head Start programs

The sudden closure of a regional Head Start office has left several programs in Alaska without critical oversight or support, program leaders say.