Early Head Start serves children ages 6 weeks to 3 years at centers in these areas:
Tahlequah, Cherry Tree, Jay, Pryor, Stilwell, Salina & Nowata.
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Who is Eligible?
Head Start generally serves children ages 3 to 5 who meet local eligibility requirements.
Pregnant women and
children from birth to 3 years of age are eligible for Early Head Start services. Children and
families who are homeless, in foster care, or receive TANF or SSI are also eligible for
services. Eligibility is determined by Head Start program staff and some families may be
eligible for services if they are determined to be at or below the federal poverty level. Some
grantees enroll a percentage of children from families with incomes above the Poverty Guidelines
as well.
Families are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Eligibility RequirementsCDIB (Federally recognized tribes)Within 14 county Jurisdictional areaIncome GuidelinesAdditional RequirementsSocial Security Card of child and parentBirth CertificateImmunization RecordIncome Verification in the form of documents including: W-2; 1040 tax form; recent pay stub; employer's letter; TANF letter or SSI documents.Applications are screened and prioritized for enrollment opportunities. All children accepted for enrollment must submit a completed physical and dental upon entry into the program. If an application is on file, please contact the office to ensure the most current address and phone number are listed.DownloadsEarly Childhood Unit Enrollment Application (PDF 374 kb)Enrollment Criteria (PDF 74kb)General Contactheadstart@cherokee.o
Center Locations
This program can operate more than one physical center. Each location below is its own listing with its own address and contact information.
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medical records, immigration documents, benefit-account details, or other official application materials through
this form. Official enrollment documents must be submitted directly to the local Head Start program.