February 9th | Boise Centre East
Join us to celebrate the work of Head Start staff, alumni, parents, and supporters. Tickets available for purchase soon.
Attending the IHSA Conference as well? Admission to the Awards Breakfast is included with your Head Start Staff, Head Start Parent, and Early Learning Professionals All Access Pass registration types.
Legislator of the Year to be announced.
Meet Your Keynote Speaker, Head Start Parent, Jasmine Vega
Jasmine Vega is a proud Idaho native, and a passionate parent leader, early childhood advocate, and community volunteer. As the oldest of 12 siblings, a former teen parent, wife and mother of two, Jasmine understands firsthand the challenges families regularly face and the power of determination, opportunity, and supportive communities. Her son spent five years in Head Start, and her daughter is currently enrolled with Early Head Start, giving her a deeply personal connection to the programs she advocates for.
Jasmine serves as Policy Council Treasurer and Finance Committee Co-Chair for Friends of Children and Families (FOCAF), sits on the Idaho Head Start Association Board and Advocacy Committee, represents Idaho with the Parents Unite Campaign, and serves on the Parent Voice Council for the non-profit Family Advocates. She served on the WICAP Policy Council from 2020–2023 and brings four years of experience as an attaché to the Idaho Legislature, beginning as a high school Page, along with four years as a CNA in elderly and dementia care. Currently studying Business at the College of Western Idaho, Jasmine is committed to giving back to her community and using her lived experience, leadership, and voice to create stronger opportunities for Idaho’s children and families.
2026 Awards Dinner Photo Gallery
