Child Inc Head Start
About UsChildren First. Whole Child Focus. Family Partnerships.
Lifelong Learning. Collaboritve Communities.
Years of Service
1972 to 2026
Head Start is a federal program designed to promote school readiness by supporting the social, cognitive, and overall development of children from six weeks to age five. Our Early Head Start and Head Start program offer comprehensive early education, health, nutrition, and family services through center-based and home-based models, collaborative classrooms in area Independent School Districts, as well as Early Head Start–Child Care Partnerships.
For more than 50 years, we’ve walked alongside families facing economic barriers, helping children build the confidence, skills, and strong foundations they need for kindergarten and beyond. Our whole-child approach ensures that every child— including those with disabilities, learning delays, or mental health needs—receives high-quality early learning and the support necessary to thrive. Over five decades, more than 50,000 children and families have grown with us, leaving a lasting impact on our community.
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors and Policy Council provide essential governance for Child Inc, offering strategic oversight and informed guidance to ensure our programs remain effective, compliant, and centered on the needs of the community. By combining professional expertise with family perspectives, they help shape policies, set priorities, and strengthen the quality of services we provide to children and families.
Melvin White
Board Chair
Business Expert
Magdalena M. De La Cruz
Board Vice Chair
Early Childhood Expert
Rick Von Pfeil
Board Treasurer
Financial Expert
Meg Morreale
Board Secretary
Financial Expert CPA
Nathaniel Walker
Board Member
Lobbyist/Advocate Texas Legislature
Dr. Nina LeBlanc
Board Member
Early Childhood Expert
Anthony "Tony" Nelson
Board Member
Legal Expert
Douglas Wilson
Board Member
Financial Expert CPA
Angela Lampkin, M.Ed.
Executive Director
Commited to Children and Families
Policy Council
Shadora Cody
Chairperson
Teairra Young
Vice Chairperson
Shayna Weed
Secretary
Management
Child Inc’s Management Team provides hands-on leadership and operational expertise, guiding our programs, staff, and services to ensure every child and family receives high-quality support and care.
Executive Team
Angela M. Lampkin, M.Ed., Executive Director
Dr. Mariano Herrera, CFO
Olivia Hailson, Executive Assistant
Beverly Davis, MSW, Head Start Director
Olga Korepova, Controller
VACANT, Human Resources Director
Weldon Beard, Program Design & Management Director
David Porter, Facilities Director
Kevin Lemieux, PMP, MSCIS, IT Director
Debora A. Jones, Quality Assurance Director
Willie S. Anderson, M.Ed., Director of Community Outreach & Volunteer Services
Management Team
Adriana Vasquez, MA, Mental Health & Disabilities Manager
VACANT, Health Services Manager
Belen Hernandez, Dual Language/CDOC Coordinator
Esther David, M.Ed., Early Childhood Education Specialist
Jessica Hollins, Nutrition Services Manager
Joseph Oslin, Data Coordinator
Julie Lichtner, Professional Development Coordinator
VACANT, Fatherhood Engagement Manager
Sonia Jones, M.Ed., PFCE/ERSEA Manager
Sonya Johnson, Classroom Quality/Mentor Coach
Zahydee Hernandez, Home Base Manager
Accreditations
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
The NAEYC accreditation system was created to set professional standards for early childhood education and help families identify high-quality preschools, childcare centers, and other early education programs. To earn accreditation, Child Inc and our services are measured against the 10 NAEYC Early Childhood Program standards and more than 400 related accreditation criteria. To earn NAEYC accreditation is a sign that our Head Start program is a leader in a national effort to invest in high-quality early childhood education.
Texas Rising Star
Texas Rising Star is the state’s Quality Rating and Improvement System. Programs that are Texas Rising Star certified are considered programs that have a commitment to quality care and improvement that exceeds the state’s minimum licensing standards. Texas Rising Star programs must meet some eligibility requirements such as participation in the CCS program.
Reports
Financial Audits
2024-2025 (coming soon)
Monitoring Report
Annual Report
Community Assessment
Forms 990 can be found on www.guidestar.org
Testimonials
What Our Parents are Saying
“I am writing this letter to let you know my family’s experience with the Forbes school has been absolutely wonderful. So we wanted to say thank you to Child Inc., the staff and teachers, and especially Mrs. Fowler for everything that y’all have done to help teach, educate and love my child.
Firstly, we appreciate the structure and orderliness of the school. Because the rules and schedules are followed, we know that my child is safe especially when it comes to COVID, washing hands, sick children rules, etc.. that is very comforting for my family’s peace of mind.
Secondly, the teaching curriculum seems to be smart, efficient and well thought out. We are a Vietnamese household. My child spoke almost no English upon attending Forbes. But now, it seems like he can’t stop speaking English! But not only that, he is not just speaking basic English, but having smart conversations and a range of replies. (Perhaps too smart)
Thirdly, the teachers and staff have been absolutely kind, welcoming and caring for not just my child but also for parents. Everyone is polite, kind and helpful in all of the school matters. Teachers Ms. Denita and Ms. Shala have to be the reason my son is excelling well. So we also want to say thank you to them tremendously for taking care of my child as well as even raising him for the short period of time as their own family. We absolutely love them and appreciate everything they do for Harvey.
Before Forbes, my child actually did not like going to school. Everyday was a fight to convince him to go to school. But after Forbes, he asks if he can go to school even on the weekends (especially before bed). That tells me that feels like he is in a place where he learns, challenged to grow, has a safe learning environment, good Teachers and most importantly, loved.
Lastly, the best part of Forbes is Mrs. Fowler. My child absolutely loves Mrs. Fowler. They are like best friends! We can really tell she loves her school, her work, her children, her staff and it really shows. It shows in the way that everything and everyone is handling their part in the organization. It shows in how well my child is performing at school and loves to come back. And it shows on how well we’ve been treated throughout our time at the school. She really does put the Fabulous in Forbes! So we love her and thank her.
We just want to show our gratitude by writing this letter to let you know that Forbes is for the best.
Thank you from,
Harvey V…. parents and family”
“Hoy fue el último día de mi Niño en Cedar Bend Child Inc. Mi niño es un niño milagro de 25 semanas de embarazo, quiero dar las gracias de parte de toda nuestra familia a Cedar Bend, muchas gracias por acoger a mi hijo en los primeros pasos de su vida escolar, eternamente agradecidos por ayudarlo a crecer, a ser un niño muy independiente. Gracias por la paciencia y tanto amor que le han puesto cada una de sus maestras en las diferentes etapa de su desarrollo a pesar de su limitación con el habla. Justin está siendo recibido en un aula de Head Start Special (Disabilities Servicies) porque tiene atraso en el lenguaje, gracias por la dedicación y el apoyo para lograr la transición por el bien de su desarrollo, hoy estamos todos orgullosos de nuestro Niño porque gracias a su infinita obra de amor sentimos el resultado de su educación en estos años qué pasó bajo su cuidado, gracias muchas gracias por cultivar el artista que lleva dentro aquí les dejo una foto de su desarrollo. Tienen los mejores y más preparados educadores del mundo. Gracias!!!!!”