Recent News

On behalf of the Hidalgo County Commissioners Court and the Head Start Policy Council, I want to welcome you to the 2024-25 School Year. I hope you had a restful and well-deserved summer break. As we start the school year, it is our hope that you are excited and ready to make the investment in our Head Start children and families. Together, we have the capacity to create one of the highest performing Head Start programs in the state that is child and family-centered and is committed to educational excellence that will impact our communities for generations to come.
Our dedicated and committed administrators and administrative support staff are committed to providing our Head Start Campuses with the assistance needed to deliver the highest quality educational experience that we can envision for our children. EXCELLENCE has no finish line – so as we start the new school year, I am asking for each of us to help sustain what will take place every day in the Head Start classrooms. Moreover, the academic and social-emotional experiences that we will provide our children must go hand-in-hand with encouraging and strengthening our Head Start parents and families.
Setting the stage for success is a pledge that our ISD partners have committed to. We are excited as we prepare our children to become kindergarten ready. It is our goal that all our children will develop the skills necessary to become resilient and resourceful learners as they begin their journey from the Head Start classroom to the university classroom.

The Human Resources staff coordinated the yearly Staff Awards and Recognition Luncheon with an "All About Texas" theme. Hats and cowboy boots were part of the dress attire this year with a touch of bandanas! Head Start celebrated staff who reached a milestone period of service that included 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, and 35 years of service. Retirees were celebrated for their valuable contribution to the children and families of Head Start and graduates were honored for their achievement to further their education. Guests included representative Jose Cabeza De Vaca for Commissioner David L. Fuentes, PCT 1, representatives Jorge Arcaute and Anibal Resendez for Commissioner Everardo Villarreal, PCT 3, and Commissioner Ellie Torres, PCT 4 with her representative Dr. Culbertson.

We want to thank our community partners for providing essential services to our children and families. We are grateful for your expertise in helping us serve the needs and facilitating the goals and realities of our participants. The service you provide is impactful in improving and sustaining a quality of life for Head Start families.

The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce held a "Hats Off to Women of Distinction Dinner & Expo" in honor of 10 RGV women. Our Executive Director Mrs. Irma Peña was named as Education Woman of Distinction for 2024. You have truly excelled in your respective field, embodied excellence, leadership, and innovation. We are so proud of you Mrs. Peña, Congratulations!!!!
Your outstanding achievement and contributions have left an indelible mark.

March is Nutrition Month and some of our Head Start campuses had the opportunity to participate during Nutrition Showcase 2024. The Showcase is a week-long event that engages parents to present and share their favorite healthy recipe(s) with other parents. Campus staff choose a fun theme for parents to display their nutritious meals and snacks. Staff, students, and other parents get to enjoy the delicious meals, and snacks while learning the importance of healthy nutrition. Keeping active and enjoying the outdoors is also encouraged.

The Hidalgo County Commissioners Court and the Hidalgo County
Head Start Program recognizes Adelita Figueroa-Muñoz for her
lifelong work and dedication on behalf of the tens of thousands of
Head Start children and families that she has helped for over thirty
years. Adelita has devoted her professional and personal life to
helping anyone in need and is always willing to serve others, and
seldom seeks recognition or personal acclaim in return.
Adelita lives by her faith… “If anyone serves, they should do so with
the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised
through Jesus Christ” ― Peter 4:10-11

Hidalgo County Head Start is a Corporate Partner of the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Head Start staff attended the RGV Intergovernmental Luncheon hosted by the RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Various agencies and elected officials were in attendance on February 28, 2024.

Ready, Set, Go! The San Carlos Head Start playground is a go! On February 29, 2024 Head Start staff, parents, community member, and our VIPs (Head Start students) were on hand to celebrate the Ribbon Cutting to the new playground.

Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Outdoor Learning Center was celebrated on February 21, 2024. Commissioner Ellie Torres Pct 4, Rosa Perez, Policy Council Chairperson, Aisha Gonzalez, B2Z President joined Head Start Executive Director Irma Peña at the Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Outdoor Learning Center.

We are partnered with 9 ISDs across Hidalgo County. We have certified teachers with high quality instruction.