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  • Retirement Cake for Joyce Irvin
    Honoring Joyce Irvin: A Leader Who Changed Lives for 49 Years
    Joyce Irvin is not one to seek attention or applause. Throughout her 49 years of service to children and families in our community, she has quietly led with compassion, determination, and a deep belief in the mission of Head Start. But as she steps into retirement,… Read more: Honoring Joyce Irvin: A Leader Who Changed Lives for 49 Years
  • Two individuals smiling and holding an AED box labeled “Encore Series AEDs - Because We Believe in Second Chances,” standing in front of a Christmas tree with wrapped gifts at the base.
    Community Partnerships Strengthen Local Programs
    Clatskanie PUD Partners with Head Start to Enhance Safety When it comes to building stronger, safer communities, collaboration is key. This spirit of partnership was recently exemplified by the Clatskanie Public Utility District generous donation of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to Community Action Team’s Head… Read more: Community Partnerships Strengthen Local Programs

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  • Hiring: Family Support Specialist – Tillamook

    May 5, 2025

    Join our team as a Home Visitor with Columbia County Healthy Start! This role involves working closely with new birth families to provide intensive home visiting services, supporting healthy child development, nurturing family relationships, and preventing child abuse and neglect. If you’re passionate about early childhood development, family support, and making a difference in your… View Job Description >

  • Head Start Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and Support Staff

    January 13, 2025

    Please visit Head Start’s Career Opportunities page: https://nworheadstart.org/career-opportunities to explore the latest job openings and learn more about each role View Job Description >

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