Canton leaders hold roundtable on future of Head Start

Special to The Canton News 

Canton officials joined federal and community partners recently to discuss the future of Head Start programs in Madison County, focusing on funding and long-term support for early childhood education.

Mayor Tim Taylor took part in a roundtable with Dr. Laurie Todd Smith, deputy secretary for early childhood development, representatives from Friends of Children of Mississippi and other local leaders.

The discussion centered on funding, expectations and strategies to strengthen early childhood education in the community.

“Investing in our children means investing in the future of Canton,” Taylor said, adding that the city is committed to working with local, state and federal partners to expand opportunities for young learners.