Hidalgo County Head Start Hosts Annual Parent Leadership Conference

On Saturday, September 27, 2025, the Hidalgo County Head Start Program held its annual Parent Leadership Conference at the DoubleTree by Hilton in McAllen, Texas. The event was coordinated by the Family Services Department and brought together parent leaders from across the county.
Parents elected to serve in leadership roles: President, Vice President, Secretary, Parliamentarian, and Alternates from each Head Start campus were invited to participate. During the conference, one representative from each of the six designated areas (Area I through Area VI) was selected to serve on the Policy Council.
The Policy Council plays a vital role in the governance of the Head Start Program. Members meet monthly or more often if needed to review and provide input on key decisions related to budgeting, staffing, and program operations. Their involvement ensures that parent voices remain at the heart of Head Start’s mission and decision-making process.