Head Start

• Preschool children three to five years old whose parent(s) meet the federal income guidelines outlined here
• Preschool children three to five years old with disabilities and/or special need whose parents meet the federal income guidelines
• We must serve a minimum of 10% of children with disabilities

Head Start operates a 6 hour full-day program at no cost.

There is the option of a 10 hour extended day program with a sliding-scale fee. The extended day program is partially funded by the State Department of Education.

• Activities that help children grow mentally, socially, emotionally and physically
• Developmental screenings
• Continuum assessment three times a year using the Teaching Strategies Gold assessment tool
• Health screenings within the first 45 days of attendance
• Dental screening within the first 90 days of attendance.
• Nutrition services providing healthy meals and advice
• Services to preschool children with disabilities and/or special needs

• Activities for parents working as partners in their child’s education and development
• Social services support: Community referrals for programs such as job training, food and nutrition, English language and health services
• Parent support groups
• Leadership training as members of the Policy Council
• Collaborative partnership with community providers to meet the needs of the families