Holyoke Chicopee Springfield Head Start, Inc.

Today on Global Day of Parents, we celebrate the incredible impact parents have in shaping families, communities, and future generations.

We’re especially proud to spotlight HCS Head Start parent Jasarah Burgos on her appointment as the new Executive Director of Enlace de Familias. Her leadership, dedication, and commitment to supporting families in our community are inspiring and we’re thrilled to see her continue making a difference in this important new role.

Congratulations, Jasarah. Our community is stronger because of parents and leaders like you.

Check out the story on 22News > https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/hampden-county/enlace-de-familias-names-jasarah-burgos-as-new-executive-director

HCS is hiring! Where passion meets purpose!🧩🖍️📚🏫

Check out all of the career opportunities: https://hcsheadstart.org/employment/

DASH OF DATA

Early literacy includes the skills children start building from birth to age five. These early experiences help their brains grow and support language, thinking, social, and emotional development.

At HCS Head Start 69% of preschool students are currently meeting or exceeding expectations in the area of literacy. This is an 18% increase compared with the Fall of 2025.