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Through statewide partnerships, the Nevada Head Start State Collaboration and
Early Childhood Systems Office enhances relationships, builds systems, and
promotes comprehensive quality services to meet the needs of young children and
their families. The office exists through grants from the U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of
Head Start and the Health Resources Services Administration, Maternal Child
Health Bureau.
The Nevada Head Start State Collaboration and Early
Childhood Systems Office is currently leading efforts to build a comprehensive
system of early childhood services across the state, so all children can enter
school ready to learn.
Intended Outcomes for All Children in Nevada include the
following as agreed on during planning meetings over a two year span:
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All
children are supported and ready to make a successful transition to school.
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All
children have access to early childhood services that are accredited or meet
national standards
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Parents
know child development
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Parents
know what to expect from programs and advocate for their children or self
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Families
partner in decision making at all levels and are satisfied with the services
they receive
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Families
with young children are supported in their communities (employment,
education, etc)
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All
children have access to medical home and health insurance
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Social,
emotional, mental health and developmental needs of young children & their
families are supported by community-based services
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Early
childhood service provider workforce stabilizes
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Early
childhood workforce receives professional development to ensure quality
services for all children (e.g. mental health, disabilities, etc.)
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More
families report that community-based services are organized so they can use
them easily
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