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New San Mateo County teacher training program offers education, classroom training experience, and financial support for aspiring early childhood educators.

This summer, Izzi had a special visit from our new friends at Curious Minds STEAM Lab, a program built on the belief that high-quality early STEM education should be accessible to all children.

Read all about our tree-planting event where Izzi families and staff came together to support the environment and strengthen community ties.

Discover inspiring stories from our Izzi community as they share the powerful impact Head Start has had on their lives.

Get a behind-the-scenes interview to our Family Fun Day event and understand what goes into the planning!

Team Izzi was joined by Wu Yee Children’s Services and Kai Ming Head Start in a group of around 300 total Head Start staff and educators marching around the State Capitol for Head Start Advocacy Day. Our group also met with the offices of Senator Josh Becker and Assemblymember Diane Papan to raise awareness on the impact of Head Start.

This year’s theme, “Make Your Mark” encouraged each participant to leave a lasting, positive impact on the communities they serve. Hear the reflections from our Izzi staff who went to this event!

Claudia Montepeque has been a dedicated, invaluable staff member, taking on various roles to support the children, families, and staff that came through IHSD/Izzi.

Long-time Teacher Tobi has taught at Izzi Early Education (formerly IHSD) for over 25 years. In that time, she’s continued to stay connected with former Head Start student Lindsey from her first year teaching.

In this season of Thanksgiving, we asked our staff to share a favorite a favorite recipe with our community.