Head Start Preschools Close Amid Shutdown: Concerns Rise Over Childcare and Political Motivations
The government shutdown has caused a wave of Head Start center closures across the country, impacting thousands of families and children. Many centers have missed out on federal grant payments, leading to indefinite closures and forcing parents to scramble for childcare. These closures mean that low-income children are missing out on essential preschool services, including meals and developmental therapies. The situation is exacerbated by potential cuts to food assistance programs like SNAP, further burdening families who rely on Head Start for both childcare and nutritional support.
John Q. Hosedrinker