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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Moriah Balingit

Trump overhaul could gut Head Start preschool standards and leave states to set rules

Trump's administration is reportedly planning a dramatic overhaul of Head Start that would gut its quality standards - (Getty/iStock)

President Donald Trump's administration is reportedly planning a major overhaul of Head Start that would gut its quality standards, upending the hallmarks of the early education program for impoverished children

Head Start, established in the 1960s as a cornerstone in the fight against poverty, has long been recognized by experts as a gold standard in early learning. Its comprehensive regulations, spanning over 100 pages, meticulously detail requirements ranging from child-to-teacher ratios and health screenings to crucial family engagement protocols.

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