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The Importance of Health, Nutrition, and Screenings in Early Childhood

Why Health Matters Early
September 03,2025

The Importance of Health, Nutrition, and Screenings in Early Childhood

  • By Edith Martinez Gray
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When we think about preparing children for school, we often picture books, crayons, and circle time songs. But before a child can thrive in the classroom, they need something even […]
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July 24,2025

Child Inc Will Be Closed July 28–August 1 for Staff Training

  • By Edith Martinez Gray
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Child Inc will be closed to children and families from Monday, July 28 through Friday, August 1 for our annual All Staff In-Service Training Week. During this time, all 11 […]
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July 16,2025

Preparing for the First Day of Head Start

  • By Edith Martinez Gray
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The first day of Head Start is a big milestone — for both children and parents! At Child Inc, we know starting something new can feel exciting, emotional, and a […]
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May 28,2025

Keep Young Minds Growing

  • By Edith Martinez Gray
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Summer is a time for fun, rest, and family—but for young children, it can also lead to what educators call “summer learning loss.” That means some of the progress your […]
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May 06,2025

Supporting Minds, Building Futures.

  • By Edith Martinez Gray
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  • #mentalhealth #headstart #twogeneration, mentalhealthawarenessmontn
We understand healthy development begins with emotional well-being. That’s why our mental health services are an essential part of how we care for the children, families, and staff in our […]
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March 10,2025

Stand Up for Head Start

  • By Edith Martinez Gray
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  • #earlylearningmatters, #headstart, #standupforheadstart
This is our moment to stand up for Head Start. The future of over 750,000 children and families is on the line, and we must act now to protect the […]
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January 30,2025

Join Us for the 9th Annual KidsFestATX & 20th Annual Unity Walk!

  • By Edith Martinez Gray
  • Announcement / Event Announcement
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Mark your calendars for one of Austin’s most anticipated community events! On Saturday, April 26, 2025, families and organizations will come together at Northeast Early College High School (7104 Berkman […]
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January 09,2025

Good Habits to Begin the New Year for Head Start Families

  • By Edith Martinez Gray
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  • #childinctraviscounty, #earlyheadstart, #earlylearningmatters, #headstart, #wearechildinc
The start of a new year is a perfect time to reflect, reset, and build healthy habits for your family. For families with young children, small changes can create a […]
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November 06,2024

Bring Holiday Joy to Head Start Children: Host a Toy, Coat, and Shoe Drive with Child Inc

  • By Edith Martinez Gray
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  • #coatsforkids, #holidaygiving, #seasonofcaring, #toydrive
The holiday season is a time of joy, giving, and community spirit. At Child Inc, we work tirelessly to ensure that the children we serve across Travis County feel the […]
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October 01,2024

Celebrating Head Start Awareness Month – October 2024

  • By Edith Martinez Gray
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October is Head Start Awareness Month, a time to highlight the vital work being done in early education and the incredible impact of programs like Child Inc in our Austin […]
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  • The Importance of Health, Nutrition, and Screenings in Early Childhood

    Sep 03 2025 by Edith Martinez Gray
  • Child Inc Will Be Closed July 28–August 1 for Staff Training

    Jul 24 2025 by Edith Martinez Gray
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    Jul 16 2025 by Edith Martinez Gray

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Child Inc, founded in 1972, is a nonprofit organization operating to provide low-income families with early childhood education, mental health services, disabilities services, nutritional services, medical and dental services, social services and parent engagement activities.

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  • The Importance of Health, Nutrition, and Screenings in Early Childhood

    Sep 03 2025 by Edith Martinez Gray
  • Child Inc Will Be Closed July 28–August 1 for Staff Training

    Jul 24 2025 by Edith Martinez Gray
  • Preparing for the First Day of Head Start

    Jul 16 2025 by Edith Martinez Gray
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