Mission Early Head Start Academy Opens New Doors for Children and Families

The Hidalgo County Head Start Program proudly celebrated the grand opening of the Mission Early Head Start Academy on November 10th. The academy is dedicated to supporting children and families during the most critical stages of development.
Located in Mission, Texas, the Mission Early Head Start Academy was created to serve infants as young as six weeks through three years of age while also providing comprehensive services for pregnant teens. The academy offers high-quality early childhood education, health and wellness supports, family engagement opportunities, and a variety of wraparound services designed to strengthen children and families.
The academy reflects the organization's ongoing mission to empower families and ensure that children have the strong educational foundation they need to thrive. By investing in early childhood development, Hidalgo County Head Start continues to create pathways for lifelong learning and success.
Leading this initiative are Ms. Irma Peña, Executive Director of Hidalgo County Head Start Program; Ms. Sonia Casas, Early Head Start Director; and Ms. Belinda De Belle Guzman, Campus Director of the Mission Early Head Start Academy. Their dedication and vision have helped bring this transformative project to life for the Mission community.
Community leaders, educators, partners, families, and local supporters gathered for the Red Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to commemorate the official opening of the academy and celebrate this important advancement in early childhood education.
More than the opening of a new facility, the Mission Early Head Start Academy represents new opportunities, stronger family support systems, and brighter futures for the children and families it serves. As enrollment begins and services expand, the academy stands as a lasting investment in the well-being and success of future generations throughout Mission and Hidalgo County.