about us

We are committed to strengthening Chicago Head Start, Early Head Start, child care and youth programs. One of the ways we demonstrate this commitment every day is by providing agency staff with resources and professional development. Search for Head Start guidelines, the latest training and more here.

mission

Our mission is to continue working with community partners as we connect Chicago residents and families to resources that build stability, support their well-being, and empower them to thrive.

Senior leadership

Cerathel Burgess-Burnett
Deputy Commissioner
Sharay Johnson
Manager of Family Support Programs
Angel Jones-Dotson
Manager of Family Support Programs

leadership

Jacinta Passamentt
Assistant Director - Fiscal Unit
Craig Zemke
Assistant Director - Data, Planning and Communications
Raven Whitehead
Assistant Director - Program Operations
Catherine Soto
Assistant Director - Program Quality

staff Point of Contact

Berenice Vargas
Program Development Coordinator
Planning
Mara Martinez
Program Development Coordinator
Communications
Martuice Brooks
Supervisor
Planning & Communications

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