Save the Children Head Start - Rapides Parish

05/15/2026

On Friday of last week our program set aside time to celebrate all staff members. Staff enjoyed some yummy food, enjoyed dancing and fellowship with one another, and some friendly games of bingo with some great prizes. We appreciate our staff and their commitment to the children and families that we serve!

05/15/2026

🎒🌲 Adventure Just Got an Upgrade! 🌲🎒

Rapides Parish Library is excited to introduce our new Geaux Explore backpacks as part of the Check Out Louisiana program! ✨📚

Planning a trip to a Louisiana State Park or Historic Site? Don’t forget to ask about these adventure-ready backpacks designed to help families explore, learn, and discover even more outdoors! 🌿🔎

Each Geaux Explore backpack may include:
🔭 Binoculars
🧭 Compass
🔎 Magnifying glass
🌱 Leave No Trace outdoor ethics cards
🐸 Louisiana Amphibians Guide
📘 Keep Louisiana Beautiful activity book

Perfect for:
🌲 Nature walks
🐦 Wildlife spotting
🏕️ Outdoor adventures
📚 Hands-on learning
👨‍👩‍👧 Family exploration

Whether you’re searching for frogs, exploring trails, spotting birds, or discovering Louisiana’s natural beauty, these backpacks make every adventure even more exciting! 💛

🎟️ Geaux Explore backpacks are available in limited quantities at Rapides Parish Library branches alongside the FREE Louisiana State Park passes.

⚠️ Available while supplies last!

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05/15/2026

Apply today!

Registration is open! Secure your child's spot TODAY! We would love to add you to our Head Start family in Rapides Parish❤️💙

05/07/2026

Peach Cobbler Factory - Alexandria provided dessert for McKeithen Staff for Teacher Appreciation Week. Thank you Peach Cobbler Factory - Alexandria for recognizing our staff for the work that they do!

05/07/2026

🍕Staff at W. O. Hall were provided with pizza by their Center Directors for Teacher Appreciation Week🍕

05/07/2026

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05/07/2026

We had a visit from the ice cream truck on Tuesday that provided all staff with FREE ice cream in honor of Teacher Appreciation Week! Thank you to Red River Bank for coming and showing your appreciation to our staff for the hard work and dedication that they display daily🍨

05/07/2026

Staff at McKeithen received their favorite treat or snack from their Center Directors in honor of Teacher Appreciation Week!

05/04/2026

Registration is open! Secure your child's spot TODAY! We would love to add you to our Head Start family in Rapides Parish❤️💙

05/04/2026

McKeithen Center Director, Courtney Richer and Assistant Center Director, Erimy Mackey serving the staff at their center breakfast for Teacher Appreciation Week! This meal was sponsored by Whataburger. Thank you for recognizing the hard work and dedication that our staff display daily!