AKA Head Start, Inc.

October is #HeadStartAwarenessMonth. Here at All Kids Academy Head Start, we want your child to thrive! Long-term impact studies show that Head Start kids have a higher likelihood of graduating high school, attending college, and receiving a post-secondary degree, license, or certification when compared to kids that don't receive an early childhood education. This month, we want to celebrate and acknowledge all the amazing ways Head Start has transformed lives for over 40 ye...ars! #AKAHeadStart #EnrollNow #WeAreBackInPerson Source: https://www.nhsa.org//center-for-policy-/facts-and-impacts

We get it. It can be hard for your child to focus on tasks they find difficult or boring. But learning how to concentrate on all kinds of tasks is important! It helps your child learn and improve, which leads to self-confidence and positive self-esteem. This #TipTuesday gives some simple ways to strengthen your child's focus and concentration! #AKAHeadStart #EnrollNow #WeAreBackInPerson #HeadStartRocks #HeadStartWorks #HeadStartAwareness #HeadStartAwarenessMonth

This #ThoughtfulThursday is an invitation to slow down, press the pause button, and think about what you need in order to take care of yourself. Whether it's taking a nap, going for a walk, or watching your favorite TV show, find the thing that recharges you and "fills your cup!" #AKAHeadStart #EnrollNow #WeAreBackInPerson #CheckYourMoodDaySD #CheckYourMoodDay #Selfcare #HeadStartWorks #HeadStartRocks

We want to partner with you to help your child learn and develop to the best of their abilities. Routines are an important part of a learning environment. Based on this #TipTuesday, what are some ways you can create routines with your child? #AKAHeadStart #EnrollNow #WeAreBackInPerson

Last week, All Kids Academy Head Start was honored by the California Department of Pesticide Regulation as the FIRST EVER CHILD CARE CENTER to receive the 2020 Integrated Pest Management (IPM) achievement award. Check out AKA's award ceremony video below: https://youtu.be/1qHKvua834I "AKA Head Start, Inc. sets the bar for IPM implementation and Healthy Schools Act compliance at child care programs in California.

All Kids Academy Head Start is honored to receive recognition as the very first child care center in California from the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) as a 2020 Integrated Pest Management (IPM) achievement award winner! AKA Head Start, along with four other California organizations, accepted this award at yesterday’s IPM Achievement Awards ceremony. The DPR recognizes organizations that are leaders in using reduced-risk pest management practices and sha...ring their successful strategies with others. At the IPM Achievement Awards, DPR highlighted the exceptional work and accomplishments of each organization. The DPR recognized AKA Head Start’s IPM program that focuses on strong communication, careful monitoring, and active prevention to manage pests. AKA Head Start, Inc. partners with experts to find the most effective, lower-risk options to protect children in its care from pests and pesticide risk. AKA Head Start, Inc. sets the bar for IPM implementation and Healthy Schools Act compliance at child care programs in California. Accepting the award on behalf of the agency was Executive Director Yolanda Perez and QA Specialist Debbie Sanchez. Follow the link below to find out more about the California Department of Pesticide Regulation and more about all the recipients of this exciting achievement: https://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/pressrls/2021/021621.htm Continued gratitude goes to all our staff and families for making this IPM plan a collaborative success, along with the mutual dedication we have for the children in our programs. Thank you and congratulations to all!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS from all of us at All Kids Academy Head Start! We hope your holidays are merry and bright... and you have a healthy and safe New Year!

Check out the flyer below for FREE CHRISTMAS MEALS throughout San Diego County. All Kids Academy Head Start wishes everyone a happy holiday season!

Check out this great event for families with children with disabilities taking place virtually on Zoom, tomorrow Dec 18th, 2020 at 9:00 am! Event Details: Dial In: 669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 913 1587 0005... Pass code: 564971 https://zoom.us/j/91315870005

All Kids Academy Head Start benefits when you shop on Amazon this holiday season! Amazon will donate 0.5% of your eligible purchases to us when you shop using Amazon Smile. Do your Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping using the following link: http://bit.ly/akasmile You will receive the same prices and selections at no cost to you, while the children and families in our programs reap the benefits!