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  • Kati Vaughn
    Founder

    Kati’s path to founding Stay the Course has been fueled by a lifelong passion for teaching and leading in the classroom.  She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Harvard University, and a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Loyola Marymount University. She brings nearly fifteen years of teaching, coaching, and management experience with an emphasis on equity and inclusiveness. In addition to person-centered coaching, she leads professional learning experiences focused on culturally responsive teaching, educator wellness, and values-based leadership. Kati currently resides in Charlottesville, Virginia, with her husband and their two adventurous cats, Brenda and Kelly.

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  • June 11, 2025

NHSA Statement on Level Funding for Head Start in President’s FY2026 Budget May 30, 2025

Alexandria, VA  — The National Head Start Association (NHSA) issued the following statement in response to ...
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