Start Smart Hays & Caldwell is an assembly of community members and organizations who are passionate about supporting families with young children in our community.

The Texas State University Child Development Center (CDC) provides a model early education and childcare program for University students, staff, faculty and the community.

A collaboration with San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District to provide ongoing service learning projects that aim to improve the lives of children and families attending Bonham Prekindergarten school in San Marcos, TX.