How the potential government shutdown could impact Head Start centers nationwide
Update (September 26, 2023): The Senate passed a measure to keep the government open through mid-November. It remains unclear what the...
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- Aug 16
Does Early Childhood Education Make a Difference: The Measurable Impact of Head Start
Step Forward, Ohio’s designated anti-poverty agency for Cuyahoga County, is enrolling for its Early Head Start and Head Start programs....
- Jul 19
Unlocking the power of sleep: The importance of adequate rest in young children
It can be easy to overlook the significance of rest in a child’s wellbeing. Most days, it seems that babies, toddlers and preschool-aged...
- Jul 12
For the Benefit of All Children: Why early education is vital for children with disabilities
The first few years of a child's life are crucial as they set the stage for their future academic and personal success. During the first...
- Jul 5
Boy Scouts build nature area for Head Start site
Step Forward Head Start students who attend the Carl B. Stokes Early Learning Center are excited to finally be using and enjoying their...
- May 23
Prioritizing Mental Health: Step Forward honors Mental Health Awareness Month in the workplace
May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to highlight the importance of one’s mental wellbeing and to bring hope to those...
- Apr 28
Former Head Start student advances to NEO Pitch Competition finals
A former Step Forward Head Start student is asking for votes in the NEO Pitch Competition.
- Apr 13
Step Forward VPs named YWCA's 2023 Women of Professional Excellence
The YWCA of Greater Cleveland has recognized Dr. Thea Wilson, Step Forward’s Vice President of Children and Families, and Madeline...
- Mar 8
It's time to "March into Kindergarten!"
Across Northeast Ohio, the “March into Kindergarten” campaign has begun. It means parents can begin to register their children for...
- Mar 7
Step Forward Head Start Celebrates Black History: A Month of Learning, Creativity, and Culture
As an opportunity to celebrate culture and make history lessons engaging and fun, Head Start staff looks forward to Black History Month...
- Feb 9
How Three Head Start Sites Got Their Famous Names
What do three Step Forward Head Start sites have in common with a former Cleveland Mayor, congressman, and city council president? Each...
- Feb 8
Home Base Coordinator encourages winter activities for children
It is February in Northeast Ohio, which means it is cold and windy. The unpredictable weather can interrupt Clevelanders’ plans quite...
- Feb 6
Step Forward applauds Governor Mike DeWine’s renewed focus on Ohio children and families
At the 2023 State of the State address, Governor Mike DeWine announced his commitment to supporting Ohioans and giving them the tools to...
- Jan 13
Step Forward Head Start Lead Screening: Prevention and Protection
One in four children in Cleveland are shown to have some type of lead poisoning before they go to kindergarten. In fact, children under...
- Dec 7, 2022
Head Start Alumni Spotlight: Zach Riggins
Parent involvement has always been a characteristic of Head Start programs. Head Start parents and families have numerous opportunities...
- Dec 5, 2022
Head Start Alumni Spotlight: Malik Mays
Each year, Step Forward Head Start serves more than 2,000 children from birth to age five. The agency helps each child reach early...
- Dec 5, 2022
Head Start Alumni Spotlight: Brianne Bryant
Step Forward Head Start offers a holistic approach to learning for children through a combination of classroom instruction, learning...
- Oct 26, 2022
Head Start family encourages others to enroll
Cuyahoga County – Chantyne Petty’s son sits and plays with blocks during gym time. He is currently enrolled as a Head Start student at...
- Sep 22, 2022
Step Forward Head Start Celebrates Father Engagement
This Thursday was the Fathers Walk, an agency-wide event supporting father engagement and highlighting the importance male involvement...
- Sep 22, 2022
Cuyahoga County Executive candidate tours Louis Stokes Head Start Center
Cuyahoga County – Chris Ronayne, who is running for Cuyahoga County Executive, visited Step Forward’s Louis Stokes Head Start Center...
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