Give Your Child a Head Start!
Program Locations | Eligibility and Enrollment | Income Guidelines
Head Start is a national child development program that serves income-eligible expectant parents and families with children birth through five years of age. Families participating in Head Start receive assistance with:
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New Initiatives
Learn about Head Start and Early Head Start initiatives to combat childhood obesity, reduce tooth decay, enhance language skills, and assess school readiness.
Who is eligible? |
Eligibility for Head Start is based upon local and federal income and child age requirements. Ten percent of Head Start enrollment is to serve children with special needs. Children with disabilities are integrated into the Head Start Program.
How do I enroll? |
To enroll a child in the Head Start Program, the parent or guardian must:
- Contact the program.
- Complete the Head Start Preliminary Interest form
- Apply to the program.
- Attend the program orientation.
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