Grantee Serving DE KALB, IN

Garrett-Keyser-Butler Community Head Start Head Start

A Head Start grantee operating 5 centers across 4 cities. Each location has its own address and contact information.

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Main Office
801 East Houston Street
Garrett IN 46738-1662
Contact Phone
(260) 357-3333
Locations
5 centers

About This Organization

The Garrett-Keyser-Butler Community Head Start Program was started in 1966 as a summer program for approximately 17 children in the Garrett school district. The Grantee for the program was, and continues to be, the Garrett-Keyser-Butler Community School District Board of Trustees.
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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 - Children from families whose annual income falls at or below the Federal Poverty level are considered income-eligible for Head Start. A limited number of slots are available for children from families whose annual income falls between 100 - 130% of poverty. Children who are 3 or 4 by the state school eligibility date are considered age-eligible for Head Start. Children who, as a result of a diagnosed disability, are considered school-age eligible on their third birthday are also considered age-eligible for Head Start. Early Head Start is available for pregnant women and children ages birth to 3.ALL HEAD START SERVICES ARE PROVIDED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES AT NO COST TO THEM. Families must reside within DeKalb County to be considered for enrollment. Families must provide proof of the child’s age and proof of income before an application can be considered.

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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