Description
The Migrant and Seasonal Head Start (MSHS) Advisory Board is a group of community volunteers who assist the Migrant and Seasonal Head Start Program by providing input and approvals on specific issues, questions and concerns related to the MSHS grant. The Advisory Council is not constrained by legal requirements. However, it does operate within a set of guidelines outlined in the Head Start Performance Standards.
IDHS - MSHS provides childcare and comprehensive services to children of low-income agricultural workers who reside in Illinois temporarily or permanently. Contracted delegate agencies serve the families through support services which include parent education, referrals, translation, transportation, children's medical and dental treatment and assistance for children with disabilities. In addition, delegates collaborate with social-service and educational entities in the local community to enhance assistance to families.
Board Requirements
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Meetings
Regular meetings of the MSHS Advisory Board shall be held at least quarterly. All meetings are open to the public as prescribed in the Illinois Open Meetings Act.
Members
Member |
MSHS Representative Role |
Abel Rodriguez, Chair |
Accountant / Former MSHS Recipient |
Suzanne Brown, Vice Chair |
Founding Executive Director of the Immigration Project |
David Gutierrez |
Former Director of Migrant Education, ISBE |
Molly Joseph-Parker, PC Liaison |
Former Migrant Head Start Director & Early Childhood |
Dr. Osvaldo Wesly |
Doctor |
Esperanza Gonzalez |
Director of Operations and Vice President of Illinois Migrant Council |
IDHS Administrative Support
Board's Administrative Contact information: Elva.DeLuna@Illinois.gov