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Welcome to the Reach-Up Head Start blog! Here you will find information about our programs, stories from our staff and families, mental health resources, news and event information, our virtual wellness room, and more.
Staff Stories – Barb: Lead Teacher
Bara Schwankl has been part of the Reach-Up team since 2013. She worked with us as a Substitute Teacher, then was promoted to Assistant Teacher, and now has been a…
January 2024 Issue of The Whistler
2024 – HAPPY NEW YEAR! The start of a new year is like a blank canvas, full of endless possibilities and exciting adventures to come! It’s a time to celebrate…
November 2023 Issue of The Whistler
November is National Gratitude Month At Reach-Up, we are so grateful for our kids and families! Thank you for letting us into your homes and into your lives. Thank you…
Family Stories – Veronica
Veronica has been utilizing Reach-Up Head Start services since 2022. She has benefited from a variety of our offerings including in-home services, nutrition services, and mental health services. “Working with…
Reach-Up Head Start Featured on St. Cloud Shines
Reach-Up Head Start was recently featured in a story from St. Cloud Shines. Click below to read! FULL STORY FEATURE HERE
July 2023 Issue of The Whistler
Happy Birthday, America! In honor of America’s birthday, let’s play a little trivia: 1. On what date is Independence Day celebrated? 2. Where was the first celebration of Independence day…
June 2023 Issue of The Whistler
June is a Month for Celebration! The month of June is dedicated to celebrate the end of slavery in the US on June 19, 1865, known as Juneteenth. This month…
May 2023 Issue of The Whistler
May is MENTAL HEALTH Awareness Month DID YOU KNOW…Reach-Up has four, full-time mental health professionals on staff? What We Offer A listening ear, free of judgment Conscious Discipline & Circle…
April 2023 Issue of The Whistler
APRIL IS EARTH MONTH April is a month to raise environmental awareness. Did you know many researchers agree that children who play outside are happier, better at paying attention and…
March 2023 Edition of The Whistler
How to Feed Your Child When They’re Sick Focus on Fluids <12 months: 20-24 oz breastmilk or formula 1-3 years: 4 cups or 32 oz. 4-8 years: 5 cups or…