Support the representation and advocacy for Head Start at all levels of government.
The Michigan Head Start Association actively works on behalf of Head Start children, families, programs and community. Since our inception, the promotion of Head Start by the MHSA has resulted in favorable funding and policies for early childhood development by state and federal legislative bodies, and a strong unified voice for Head Start programs at all levels of government. We are the sole organization in the state to advocate exclusively for the needs of Head Start children, families and programs. We work continuously to educate Michigan's legislators, departments and key decision makers regarding the importance of the Head Start Community and programs. Your membership helps us to continue our work to make sure that the needs of Head Start children and families are represented at a state level.
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Receive information about the current policy affecting Head Start and Early Childhood professionals.
The MHSA also provides a forum for members to not only access important current information about government policies that impact Michigan families, but also influence future policy decisions.
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Connect with other Head Start programs and Early Childhood Professionals
We also provide networking opportunities at our business meetings for our members throughout the state to connect with other Head Start programs. We also publish a quarterly newsletter with the most current information on legislative priorities, Region V and Head Start State Collaboration Office updates, and information about what Head Start programs are doing throughout the state. Each year we publish our Membership Directory that includes contact information for every Head Start program throughout the state. We also serve as a connection for you to receive the most current updates from the Region V office.
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Attend Professional Development Conferences on the Most Relevant Topics
MHSA works continuously to improve and assist programs in Michigan by providing quality training sessions to Head Start staff and parents. As a member of MHSA, you will be receive special rates to the important training sessions and speakers designed to increase the knowledge of Head Start staff, parents and communities. Our quarterly conferences attract hundreds of child advocates and offer extensive educational sessions, networking opportunities and legislative briefings.
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Influence Legislative Priorities and Make Your Voice Heard
As a MHSA member, you will become a part of an important voice on issues affecting out children and families. We listen to what you have to say! MHSA members are also invited to attend and participate on a non-voting basis in all statewide association meetings , and are given opportunities to serve on the MHSA Board of Directors.
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