00:00 objection the gentleman's recognized for one minute. Thank you Madam Speaker. Madam Speaker, since its inception 56 years ago
00:05 Head Start has improved the lives of more than 32 million children and their families.
00:10 Proudly we continue to raise awareness about Head Start and the benefits it brings to America's children.
00:15 Head Start gives every child regardless of circumstances at birth a chance to succeed in school and in life.
00:22 The Head Start model developed over the decades has built on evidence-based
00:27 practices and is constantly evolving using the best available science and teaching techniques to meet the needs of local communities.
00:34 Head Start focuses on the whole child and the whole family.
00:37 Head Start and Early Start programs are in small towns and big cities alike.
00:43 It brings together parents, teachers, volunteers and community leaders to create a quality program that truly give lower-income
00:50 children a Head Start in life.
00:53 Madam Speaker, I applaud Head Start programs in the 15th Congressional District of Pennsylvania and throughout the nation
00:59 for helping so many Americans from all walks of life have a fair start in life.
01:04 Thank you Madam Speaker, and I yield back the balance of my time. For what purpose does the gentleman from California seek recognition?
01:10 - Mm-hmm.
