Press Contact: 
Ryan Nugent 
Director of Communications 
Phone: (340) 725-4924 
ryan.nugent@dhs.vi.gov 
 
For Immediate Release: January 24, 2023 
 
"Empower and Lead: Join the Head Start Policy Council and Shape the 
Future of Virgin Islands' Children's Education!" 
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS - The Virgin Islands Department of Human Services Head Start Program is 
inviting parents and guardians of currently enrolled Head Start students to join the Head Start 
Policy Council. As a Policy Council member, you will collaborate with fellow parents, community 
representatives, program management and the Head Start Governing Board to lead and make 
crucial decisions about your Head Start Program. 
Become a leader in your Head Start Program and provide input in all areas, from hiring to budget 
utilization.  Local and national training opportunities will be provided. 
If you are interested, please notify your center staff, or contact the Head Start Program at  
(340) 774-0930 ext. 4200 or (340)244-4360 - STT/STJ  
(340) 773-1972 or (340)772-1981 - STX.   
 
The Department of Human Services (VIDHS) exists to provide social services to members in our 
community with diverse needs. In times of national uncertainty and hardship we act as a safety-net 
and exist to inspire hope and empower change through non-judgmental, quality delivery of needed 
services and resources. Please visit the Department of Human Services website, www.dhs.gov.vi 
or on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/usvidhs). 
 
The Bryan-Roach Administration is investing in the Territory’s people, infrastructure, and future 
through transparency, stabilizing the economy, restoring trust in the government, and ensuring that 
recovery projects are completed as quickly as possible. Visit transparency. 
 
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