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About Head Start. Home at Head Start with Director Garvin. Director Khari M. Garvin’s video series highlights the many ways programs are equipped to support young children and families experiencing housing loss or instability. Read More. Director Garvin Introduces the Tribal Request for Information.
Head Start and Early Head Start programs are free, federally funded programs designed to promote school readiness for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers from families that meet income eligibility requirements.
Head Start is a program of the United States Department of Health and Human Services that provides comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement services to low-income children and families. It is the oldest and largest program of its kind. [1] .
Mar 29, 2024 · Contact the Head Start and Early Head Start programs serving your community for information on eligibility requirements and how to apply. Learn How to Apply.
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Jun 30, 2023 · Head Start programs support children's growth from birth to age 5 through services centered around early learning and development, health, and family well-being. Head Start staff actively engage parents, recognizing family participation throughout the program as key to strong child outcomes.
The Head Start Center Locator is limited to U.S. States and Territories. Please select a zip code, city, or state to search for Head Start Centers. Facebook Instagram Twitter
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May 21, 2024 · Head Start programs operate locally to help young children from low-income families prepare to succeed in school, promoting children’s development through early learning, health, and family well-being. Learn More. How to Apply.
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OHS manages grant funding and oversees local agencies providing Head Start services. Head Start programs promote school readiness of children under 5 from families with low income through education, health, social and other services.
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May 10, 2023 · To find a Head Start or Early Head Start program near you: Use the Head Start Center Locator. Call 1-866-763-6481 (toll-free) from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. ET, Monday-Friday. Email: headstart@eclkc.info. More about how to apply for Head Start.
Head Start is primarily a federally-funded program that provides education, health and social services to families with children aged 3, 4, and 5. Head Start programs help children develop academic and social skills that prepare them for school and life.
