On Oct. 21, ECS Head Start hosted a well-attended resource fair at the Memorial Park in Chula Vista, California. Pre-pandemic, the Fall Resource Fair was an annual event; however, due to COVID-19 restrictions, the event was put on hold for the last two years. Project leads Rosa Cabrera, administrative program manager, Nelly Gonzalez, family engagement specialist, and Heidi Avent, family engagement specialist, coordinated with 12 community partner agencies to provide our families with helpful resources and information. Additionally, St. Peter's Episcopal Church Thrift Shop donated gently used clothing for families in need. No one left empty-handed, as approximately 80 families with at least 120 total children received fresh pumpkins and a bag of groceries. Over 100 ECS personnel attended the event to connect with community partners, help facilitate logistics, and enjoy the fall festivities.
ECS Head Start family enjoying the Fall Resource Fair at Memorial Park in Chula Vista, California. October 2022.