PRVO Head Start and Early Head Start

12/23/2025

📚✨ On Monday, December 22nd, PRVO hosted Head Start pre-service training for our new centers in Claiborne, Perry, and Neshoba counties!

We were excited to welcome our newest team members at the downtown Hattiesburg office as they prepared for a strong start with PRVO. This training provided essential onboarding and resources to ensure success in serving children and families in these communities.

📸 Take a look at some moments from the day!
🎉 Welcome to the PRVO family! 💼👶🌟

12/19/2025

🎄✨ Holiday creativity has been in the air at C.H. Johnson Head Start & Early Head Start! On December 12th, parents joined us for a festive ornament-making activity, adding sparkle and cheer to the season. 💕

12/19/2025

📸 Creativity at its finest! Ms. Jennifer McGill’s and Ms. Cassidy McCullum’s three-year-old class at C.H. Johnson Head Start & Early Head Start had a blast crafting colorful fishbowls. 🐠 Parents were all smiles receiving these special handmade gifts from their little ones.

12/19/2025

🎄📸 Holiday creativity in full bloom! Moms and children at C.H. Johnson Head Start & Early Head Start came together to craft beautiful Christmas wreaths and share festive fun. 💕 These moments remind us how family engagement makes learning even more special.

12/19/2025

🎅📸 Holiday fun at C.H. Johnson Head Start & Early Head Start! Our dads joined their children to create festive Santa crafts and make lasting memories together. 💕 Fathers matter—and their involvement makes a big difference! Enjoy these snapshots from this special event.

12/19/2025

🎄 Holiday cheer at C.H. Johnson Head Start! Santa stopped by with gifts from Toys for Tots, and a former student shared important holiday safety tips with our little learners. ❤️ Check out WDAM’s full article and video for all the highlights!

See their reactions --> https://www.wdam.com/2025/12/19/special-guests-visit-ch-johnson-head-start-ahead-holidays/

12/17/2025

Exciting Milestone for PRVO Head Start!

This week, we hosted our very first Pre-Service Training for new team members in our recently expanded Northeast region. 🌟

We’re thrilled to welcome these passionate professionals who are ready to make a difference in the lives of children and families. Check out some highlights from the event below!👇

12/04/2025

📢 Exciting News – Port Gibson Job & Student Recruitment Fair! 📢

We’re looking forward to our visit and meeting potential employees and families next Friday, December 12th!

Join us for the Job Fair and Student Recruitment Fair hosted by Pearl River Valley Opportunity Head Start Program (Richardson Center):

📍 Location: Claiborne County Multipurpose Center
1703 Bridgewell Lane, Port Gibson, MS
🕘 Date & Time: Friday, December 12th | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Job Positions Available:
✅ Teachers & Assistant Teachers
✅ Floaters/Substitute Teachers
✅ Family Engagement Worker
✅ Custodian
✅ Bus Driver & Bus Monitor
✅ Food Service
✅ Receptionist

Parents: Please bring proof of income, birth certificate, and your child’s up-to-date shot record (MS 121 form).

📞 Questions? Call 601-545-8110

We can’t wait to meet you—whether you’re looking for a rewarding career or enrolling your child in Head Start!

11/24/2025

🎉 PRVO hosted its Annual Baby Shower Workshop! 👶✨

This special event highlighted our Expectant Mothers Program, Early Head Start (EHS), and partnered with Pine Belt Parents to reach out to the community.

🤝 Community Partners & Providers set up resource stations, shared presentations, and brought fun with giveaways, games, and delicious refreshments! 🍽️🎁🎲

Thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating and supporting families! 💕

11/21/2025

🎉🦃 Ms. O'Briant's classroom celebrated Thanksgiving with family and friends at our new P.R.V.O. McIntosh-Houston Blended Head Start classroom in Houston, MS!!! 🍂🏫 What a great way to begin their new school year! 📚✨

11/14/2025

🌟 Exciting News from PRVO! 🌟

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our Parent Peer Support Group! This group is designed to create a safe, welcoming space for parents and caregivers to connect, share experiences, and support one another through the joys and challenges of parenting.

✅ Exchange parenting tips and resources
✅ Reduce stress and isolation
✅ Boost confidence and empowerment
✅ Shape resources for families
✅ Build a stronger community support

📢 We’d love for YOU to join us and help shape this new group from the very beginning!

📞 For more information or to join, contact:

Derrick Robinson
📱 Call: 601-248-0999
📱 Text: 601-310-8396
📧 Email: drobinson@prvoinc.org

Together, we can build a community of support, understanding, and growth for all families. 💛