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Head Start's shortage of funds means it's unable to find teachers as students suffer

By Emily Piper-Vallillo

Published December 23, 2023 at 7:15 AM CST

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Head Start programs around the country are struggling to keep up with the demand for quality affordable childcare. Program administrators say wages are so low it is hard to attract teachers.