"It is reassuring that Congress recognizes the need to prioritize funding for mental health services for our children," said Terrie Vicknair, Head Start/Early Head Start Program Director. bit.ly/2Q9UKKt

Important message from Ford Foundation President (and National Head Start Association alumnus) Darren Walker: we should treat #inequality as #injustice marketplace.org/2019/12/20/dar…

#Census2020 Federal law protects your census responses. Wrongful disclosure by a Census Bureau employee of information that identifies an individual is a fine of up to $250,000 or imprisonment for up to 5 years, or both. #GetOutTheCount

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The cost of child care has parents altering the course of their careers - or turning to unsafe options. hubs.ly/H0mvC0r0 by The Kojo Nnamdi Show

On this day in 1964, President Johnson asked Sargent Shriver to lead the War on Poverty; Sargent Shriver was Director of the Peace Corps at the time. Have you heard the phone conversation they had? It's quite fiery! Here's the audio: sargentshriver.org/audio/lbj-asks… #OTD #leadership

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Are you ready for Medicare? Navigators can explain the rules, costs, and restrictions associated with different Medicare Plans. They can also help with Medicaid, food, heating assistance, and property tax relief. Call 509-685-6077 #Medicare #CommunityAction

A new report suggests a limited number of child-care providers offer nonstandard hours regardless of an area’s urbanicity. However, families in rural and moderate-density urban areas may have a greater need for care during nonstandard hours. #ECEchat buff.ly/38zZ7Y3

Reading books is a great way to keep kids engaged and learning during the summer and ready for the school year again in the fall! bit.ly/2O3krvx

In order to transform the juvenile justice system, it is first necessary to account for the role that the probation system plays in perpetuating racial disparities. bit.ly/3eoiIf6

Now that the #childcare crisis is a front page story in major papers like @washpost and The New York Times, urge Congress to #FundChildCare: childcareaware.org/our-issues/adv… #NoChildCareNoRecovery #COVID19

Let’s work together to move Washington to the top of the list!

Need help paying your utility bill or past due rent? RRCA's Energy Program may be able to help. Call the energy appointment message line at 509-685-6161 to receive an energy appointment.

“It costs more to produce reasonable quality child care than most people who need it can afford to pay.” to.pbs.org/3hsfrNF

#HeadStart is not just a program for kids. #HeadStart is also a partnership with parents and communities. #HeadStartHelps bit.ly/2OtiKre

#Childcare is critical to economic recovery. We need Congress' help to #SaveChildCare because without emergency relief, how can we expect parents to get back to work? #ThinkBabiesAndAct wapo.st/2ZKuZVN

After COVID-19, "'we’re going to have to come up with another word other than gap' for the gulf of educational opportunity separating rich and poor children," warns @OHS_Director. lat.ms/2PruOtN

Today is #WomensEqualityDay, a day to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the #19thAmendment to our Constitution. Join me in celebrating the trailblazers who fought for all women to make our unique and diverse voices heard.

Happy #HeadStartAwareness Month!