EDITORS/NEWS DIRECTORS:
The Trump administration has proposed sweeping changes to Head Start that could reshape how programs operate and support children and families. Now is a good time to understand your local Head Start landscape and lay the groundwork for deeper reporting. Join us for AP’s latest workshop, taking place Thursday, Nov. 19 at 2 p.m. ET.
These workshops offer practical support to AP customers and content is tailored for our U.S. members, though all members are welcome.
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COVERING HEAD START: DATA TOOLS FOR ACCOUNTABILITY REPORTING
Who does Head Start serve in your community, what services does it provide and where are providers under strain? The Trump administration has proposed sweeping changes to Head Start that could reshape how programs operate and support children and families. Now is a good time to understand your local Head Start landscape and lay the groundwork for deeper reporting.
Join AP’s Education Reporting Network and the Children’s Equity Project for a practical introduction to Head Start and the data that can help you cover it. We’ll share state-by-state datasets with detailed information on local Head Start programs and explore resources for understanding the children and families they serve, the services they offer, their workforce and the financial pressures they face. You’ll learn how to turn that data into story ideas and connect the numbers with on-the-ground reporting.
The timing of the Trump administration’s final rules remains unclear, but they could come this winter. This session will help you report on programs now, prepare enterprise and accountability stories about the overhaul’s implications and track local changes as new policies take effect. We’ll leave plenty of time for Q&A.
WHEN:
— Thursday, Nov. 19, at 2 p.m. ET. Register for the workshop here to attend live or receive the recording.
WHO:
— Journalists from AP’s Education Reporting Network
— Staff from the Children’s Equity Project
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RECENT RELATED COVERAGE FROM AP:
Trump administration moves forward with Head Start overhaul, proposing to eliminate regulations
This Head Start center teaches in two languages. A Trump overhaul would require one: English
Spanish-speaking Puerto Rico balks at Trump’s proposal to require English at Head Start centers
Trump administration’s proposal could make it easier to suspend or expel Head Start students
Head Start preschools serve parents, too. Under Trump, advocates fear that will change
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You may share these invitations with anyone in your newsroom who would like to attend. If your schedule prevents you from attending, we still encourage you to register, as we will share a recording link with everyone who registers.
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Questions and feedback can be directed to the Education Network Collaborations Editor, Alia Wong at aewong@ap.org.
