August 21, 2026 | Weekly Feature: Volume 03 | Article 11

Head Start NPRM: 
Start by Understanding

What It Means

Continue to learn, share, and stay engaged as we navigate the Head Start NPRM.

Review the resources below to better understand the proposed changes, and share your Head Start story with us to help demonstrate the impact of Head Start across Pennsylvania.



In September, we will share templates and guidance to support public comments on the NPRM.

Community Partner Response to the NPRM

Join us on September 23 at 10:00 a.m. for an important conversation about the Head Start Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM).

Together, we will review key concerns, discuss potential impacts, share comment templates and guidance, and walk through how to submit a public comment.



Your voice matters, and we are grateful for your continued partnership in Head Start.

The impact of Head Start is already happening across Pennsylvania, and your story helps us show what that impact looks like.

Already shared? Consider updating your story to include where you were before Head Start, what changed, and where you are today.

Stories can come from parents, staff, administrators, community partners, alumni, or anyone impacted by Head Start — and may be shared anonymously.



Help us tell the full story of Head Start.

Meet Corey.

In this short clip, he shares what Head Start meant to him and how it shaped his life. His story is one of many that show the true impact of Head Start on children, families, and entire communities.

Head over to our page to see Corey’s short seven videos. Trust us — you’ll want to hear it all.

 “Head Start is the foundation for so many people - people don't realize.”

When your program advertises on the PHSA Job Board, the position is an eye-catching feature on our front page!

Update program contacts in this new program year. Log in to the member profile to review and make the necessary changes, PHSA Program Map.