The DC Head Start Association (DCHSA) invites you to attend the Inaugural Early Learning Policy Breakfast to learn about the Association’s public policy and advocacy efforts related to early learning, family well-being, and increasing access to mental health supports. Parents, early learning professionals, community partners, business leaders, government leaders, elected officials, and current and potential funders are welcome to attend.
Agenda
Introductory Remarks
Christina L. Benjamin, Managing Director, DC Head Start Association
Welcome Remarks
Paul Kihn, Acting Deputy Mayor for Education, DC Government
White Paper on Opioid Misuse
Cody Kornack, Senior Manager of Congressional Affairs and Opioid Campaign Manager, National Head Start Association
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Prevention Needs Assessment Results
Community of Hope’s Impact on Homelessness and Mental Health
Kelly Sweeney McShane, President and Chief Executive Officer, Community of Hope
Presentation of 2018 Early Childhood Champions
· Gail Govoni, President, DC Head Start Association and Vice President of Early Learning, United Planning Organization
· Cornett Roberts-Njoku, Board Member, DC Head Start Association and Program Director, Rosemount Center
Closing Remarks
Gail Govoni, President, DC Head Start Association and Vice President of Early Learning, United Planning Organization
The Inaugural Early Learning Policy Breakfast will be held immediately prior to DCHSA’s Inaugural Fall 2018 Early Learning Institute. For more information, please contact DC Head Start Association at 202-351-6175 or email [email protected] To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Christina Benjamin at [email protected]
When: Fri Oct. 268:30 am - 9:30 am
Address: 2375 Elvans Road SoutheastWashington DC,US 20020
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