We are a Reggio inspired Head Start program. We provide high quality, comprehensive early childhood education services in center-based classrooms, home-based settings, and family child care. We serve families with children birth to age 5, as well as pregnant women.
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Our vision for strong communities filled with successful families and children drives us to ensure that all eligible families receive the education, health and nutrition, and family support services that make up the Head Start comprehensive services model.
Head Start Parent Advocates in D.C.
Policy Council Vice-Chair from Pima Head Start, Gabby Berryhill, traveled to Washington, D.C. with her family in May to represent parents in Arizona and talk about the importance of childcare and Head Start. Gabby collected over 100 letters from CPC families and delivered them to our Arizona legislators so they could hear firsthand the impact of Head Start. Gabby (Pictured Right) is delivering her message to the crowd hosted by the national group, Zero To Three, during its Strolling Thunder event. The other photo includes Gabby, her husband and four children with AZ Congressman Juan Ciscomani.
Head Start Parents Meet with Governor Hobbs
In April, CPC staff and parents attended a Roundtable with Governor Hobbs hosted by the United Way. The Roundtable focused on access to childcare and three of our Head Start Moms had a chance to share with the governor how their families have been impacted by Head Start and how much they appreciate the CPC Head Start program. Thanks to Janet Soto Canales, Gabby Berryhill and baby Canyon, CPC Health and Nutrition Services Director Jordan Guzman, and Jennifer Carazco for using the power of your voices to advocate for your children and for Head Start!
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In May, CPC staff member Edit Hernandez was awarded the Cecilia Avalos Parent Education Award by the Southern Arizona Association for the Education of Young Children. This award is in recognition of the contributions Edit has made to the education of parents in support of the growth and development of families.
On April 24, 2025, CPC employee Lizeth Acuña received an award from the Santa Cruz County Superintendent’s Office as part of Early Childhood Education Awareness Month in the community. Lizeth was recognized for her contributions to early childhood education in Santa Cruz County, and for her longstanding commitment to young children, their families, and early childhood professionals. She is pictured here with a few CPC colleagues as well as the Santa Cruz County School Superintendent.
Erin Lyons Awarded The 2025 Champion For Children Award
In March, Erin Lyons, Child-Parent Centers CEO, was awarded the 2025 Champion for Children Award from Child & Family Resources. Erin was recognized for all her years of tireless effort to improve the lives of children and families in her community. From teaching preschool to leading initiatives that have shaped early childhood education across Southeastern Arizona, Erin’s impact has been profound. Her leadership has contributed to millions of dollars in grants and contracts for early childhood and family education services, ensuring that children and families receive the support they need. This award is so well deserved and we are endlessly proud to have Erin as our leader.
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