My granddaughter attended a Head start program and when she started regular public school she was advanced and ajusted very well . Some parents need this program because it helps to help them teach their kids and encourages them to more involved in their children's activities.

I became acquainted with Headstart when I got custody of my grandchildren. Two of them went through the program and I believed in it so much that I went to work for them as a teachers assistant. I enjoy my job and being able to educate the amazing minds of my students.

I encourage these programs to all parents! My daughter was able to to attend pre-k headstart in 2009 and I was very pleased with everything about the program. I now have a 2 year old whom I would love to have the same experience his sister did.

I was the first Education Services Manager for HCDE Head Start. I was so proud to serve the families of Area One, and to work for HCDE, an organization with integrity and commitment to serving all children. HCDE and Head Start are a good fit. Please keep them together.

My 15year old is now a high school freshman. He has been on the honor roll for years, he is involved with his community, and is one of the top musicians in the state. I attribute his early head start education to all his current success!

HCDE services not only wonderful children, but caters to the we'll being of the parents. HCDE is so different from any other agency in Harris County because of the partnerships within the community and the input of parents for the program is really important.

Keep the HCDOE open.

I believe this program is much needed