2006-2008 FHSA Board of Directors

 

President:

M. Juanita Heinzen

Executive Director, Pinellas County Head Start

(Director’s Group)

 

Vice President:

Judi Maloy

Director, Mid Florida Community  Services

(Director’s Group)

 

Treasurer:

Deloris Johnson

Executive Director, ALPI Inc.

(Friend’s Group)

 

Secretary:

Anthea Henderson

Staff, Hillsborough County Head Start

(Staff Group)

 

Directors Group:

Thelma Griffith

Director, Childhood Development Services

 

 

Staff Group:

Cherie Green

Donna Maas

 

Friends Group:

William Holt

 James  Lowe

 

Supportive Partner:

Lilli Copp

Director, The Florida Head Start State Collaboration Office

Mission

The Florida Head Start Association is the statewide voice for Head Start programs and the children and families they serve.  The Association is enriched by its active and diverse membership, professionalism, collaboration, accountability, and positive outcomes.  The FHSA promotes excellence  through data-driven decision making, professional development opportunities, effective communication and exemplary leadership.

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The Florida Head Start Association is the membership organization of Head Start grantees in the state of Florida. The Association provides leadership in the:

(1) provision of high-quality, comprehensive services to pregnant women, children birth to school age and their families;
(2) design and delivery of training for early education and care personnel; and
(3) development of policies and service delivery systems that address the needs of low income families with young children.

 

As the statewide voice for Head Start programs, we strive to support the programs, legislation, research, and professional opportunities that build and strengthen children’s early education and care, and the well being of our Head Start families physically, emotionally, and socially.

To fulfill our mission, we…

· Advocate for Head Start programs throughout the state of Florida, as well as nationally

· Provide training and technical assistance to guide the personal and professional growth of Head Start administrators, staff, parents and friends

· Gather, analyze, and share statewide research for Head Start programs to use as a tool for continuous improvement within Florida’s Head Start community

· Diligently work toward developing the leaders of tomorrow who will continue to promote excellence in all Head Start service delivery efforts

Membership of the Association is open to representatives of the public and private sectors who, by virtue of their positions, interests, experience and training can contribute to the purpose of the Association.

Three representatives from each membership group (Directors, Staff, Parents and Friends) are elected to the Board of Directors. Members of the Board of Directors serve a three year term.