Thank You, Network Partners: Building Stronger Connections for Hidalgo County Families

Thank you to all of our Network Partners who joined us to share valuable resources and information with our Family Service Workers (FSWs)!

The Hidalgo County Head Start Program remains committed to building strong community partnerships that help connect children and families to essential services and support systems throughout our region. Through our regular Network Meetings, local agencies and organizations have the opportunity to engage directly with FSWs, ensuring they are equipped with up-to-date information and resources to better serve the families enrolled in our program.

Family Service Workers play a vital role in supporting family well-being by helping families access healthcare, housing assistance, food resources, public benefits, educational opportunities, and other community services. They also assist families in setting goals, overcoming challenges, and strengthening family stability, while supporting Head Start and Early Head Start recruitment, enrollment, and family engagement efforts.

On September 3, 2026, Hidalgo County Head Start hosted a Network Meeting at Edinburg First United Methodist Church in Edinburg, Texas. The event provided an opportunity for community partners and FSWs to collaborate, exchange information, and strengthen the network of support available to local families. Together, we are creating meaningful connections, empowering families, and building stronger pathways to success for the children and communities we serve.