Cook Inlet Native Head Start

You do not have to be a policy expert to comment on proposed changes to Head Start.

Anyone can submit a public comment, including parents, caregivers, staff, alumni, and community members. Sharing a personal experience can help federal decision-makers understand how proposed changes could affect real Head Start children, families, and programs.

Not sure where to start? This step-by-step How to Comment Guide explains the process and offers tips for writing a meaningful comment.

Download the guide and make your voice heard: https://nhsa.org/nprm-resources/how-to-speak-up-for-head-start/submit-a-public-comment/

There are proposed changes to the Head Start Program Performance Standards, and we want parents and caregivers in our Head Start community to have clear information about what those changes could mean.

NHSA created a Parent Guide to the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that explains the proposal in plain language, including potential changes related to health services, disability supports, eligibility, classroom requirements, and opportunities for parents to have a voice in their program.

Parents and caregivers: Read the guide, learn what is being proposed, and find out how you can make your voice heard: https://drive.google.com/file/d/14C78n4z8lDCQF4TFOnqAL-5mkO1m3yJF/view

Moose Stew Canning Prep
Luqu Nakenu
Monday, September 21, 2026

Moose stew canning prep
Naqayeht’ana T’uh
Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Need to take care of some important paperwork while you’re at the AFN Convention? We’ve got you covered! 📋

The 2026 AFN Convention will feature convenient on-site government services all three days of the Convention, from:

🇺🇸 U.S. Department of State — Passport Services
🚗 Alaska DMV — Driver and identification services
📜 Alaska Bureau of Vital Statistics — Birth, death, marriage, and other vital records

Planning to use one of these services? Come prepared! Bring the identification, supporting documents, photos, and applicable fees required for your specific service.

For passport services, applicants should bring the appropriate application, proof of U.S. citizenship, a valid photo ID, a passport photo, and applicable fees.

📍 All services will be available onsite at the 2026 AFN Convention in Anchorage, on October 22-24, 2026.

Plan ahead. Bring your documents. Take care of business while you’re at the AFN Convention!

🧡 Orange Shirt Day Makerspace 🧡

Join us on September 24 from 12-6 PM at the ASD Education Center for an Orange Shirt Day screen-printing event!

Bring your own orange shirt and create a design to wear in recognition of Orange Shirt Day. We’ll provide the screen-printing designs, ink, and expertise-you bring the shirt!

*YOU WILL NEED TO BRING YOUR OWN ORANGE SHIRT!*

📍 ASD Education Center
5530 E. Northern Lights Blvd.
📅 September 24 | 12–6 PM

Chin'an Greg Razo for your 15 years of dedicated service, leadership, and commitment to strengthening our Alaska Native culture, community, and future generations through your service on our Board of Directors!

Take advantage of this FREE Back-to-School Survival Class for parents! 🎒📚🏫

📆 August 27, 2026
🕕 6 pm
📍 Anchor Lutheran School (8100 Arctic Blvd., Anchorage 99518)

Back-to-school stress can quickly turn into rushed mornings, bedtime battles, screen-time arguments, exhausted parents, and kids starting the day already overwhelmed.

The Home Advantage is a practical, interactive ROOTS Grounded Parenting workshop designed to help families create calmer mornings, less stress, stronger connection, and more confidence at home. You’ll learn practical tools that help reduce power struggles, improve cooperation, strengthen routines, and make everyday family life feel more manageable. 💗

Learn more and register here:

🔗 https://www.tickettailor.com/events/zenremedy/2360231

We are excited to announce that this years' application for the 2026-2027 school year Youth Education program is now open! You can access and complete the application at the link below.

Apply Now! https://bit.ly/4fTQ07r