There’s a lot of news coverage about the outbreak of COVID-19 and it can be overwhelming for parents and frightening to kids. Here are some common questions children might ask, and suggested talking points help children understand the coronavirus and reassure them on how to stay safe: What is coronavirus? Why are people so worried […]
All Schools Closed 3/13-3/30 2020
Dear, Families, As many are aware, the state’s first case of the coronavirus was reported Wednesday morning. The UAMS Head Start/Early Head Start program does NOT have a confirmed case of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in any of our programs but we are remaining proactive. Out of caution, and with guidance from UAMS and Little Rock […]
Clothing and Food Drive at Southwest Head Start
Southwest Head Start sponsored a clothing and food drive for families. Staff and families donated gently used clothes. Parents who need clothing or food can pick up what they need.
UAMS Head Start on Channel 11
Head Start kids were the willing audience for a reading of the Grinch, but they didn’t like the idea of someone stealing Christmas! Watch the story on the THV11 website.
Fire Fighters Visit Southwest Head Start
Thank you Little Rock Fire Department for visiting our children and teaching them about fire safety. Firefighters can be scary for young children. Getting to learn why you wear all your gear and exploring your fire truck helped us learn that Firefighters are here to help us.
LRPD Visit Southwest Head Start
Little Rock Police Officers visited our students and helped them learn how police protect us and keep us safe. Children got to see the the lights, hear the sirens and sit in the backseat of a police car. Thank you LRPD for building relationships with our children.
Parent Resource Directories Now Available Online
2019-2020 Parent Resource Directory 2019-2020 Conectando Niños y Familias a Servicios y Recursos de la Comunidad
Stuff the Stocking is Back!!
Every year generous sponsors fulfill the holiday wishes of more than 700 children in the UAMS Head Start/Early Head Start program by adopting a classroom as part of the “Stuff the Stockings” program. Classes are available now to adopt. Adopting a Head Start/Early Head Start classroom means providing one wrapped gift to each child in a classroom. The classrooms […]
King Head Start Mommy and Me Day
Mommy and Me Day was held at UAMS King Head Start on Friday, March 1, 2019. Forty-three moms attended the fun-filled event, and some moms and children dressed alike. Everyone participated in an arts and crafts activity, took pictures and enjoyed a special breakfast.