WASHINGTON, DC – Children and families who rely on Head Start programs could see an impact if the government shutdown extends into November.
The National Head Start Association says the government shutdown could halt funding to programs that serve 65,000 children nationwide.
The association is calling on Congress to end the shutdown.
“For thousands of families, Head Start is not optional—it is essential.” said Yasmina Vinci, executive director of the National Head Start Association. “With each passing day of the shutdown, families are pushed closer to crisis… Their families may have to forgo days of work and their employers may be affected as well. Congress must act now to end the shutdown and protect these children, families, and communities.”
The group says if the shutdown continues past November 1st, nearly 10 percent of Head Start children risk losing access to their classrooms.
The NHSA dashboard shows this would impact 3248 children in Washington and 1307 staff members.
Idaho would risk an impact to 161 children and 91 staff members.
The organization is calling October 29th a nationwide day of action, urging people to call members of Congress and share how the shutdown will impact them.
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