Head Start is a comprehensive child development program which serves children from age 3 to 5 and their families. This is a child-focused program and has the overall goal of increasing the school readiness of young children in low-income families. The program involves the whole family through the four cornerstones of Head Start: child dvelopment, family partnerships, community partnerships, and staff. To learn more about Head Start, click on National Head Start Association (NHSA) to visit the web site.
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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
SENCA Head Start also works collaboratively with local State-funded preschools to ensure that all Head Start eligible children in the area receive early childhood education services. The State-funded preschools provide educational services to children and the Head Start program provides all other Head Start services to families. If you are interested in learning more about these collaborative programs please contact the appropriate person as outlined below.
State Funded Preschools
Falls City Parent Child Center
2500 Chase Street
Falls City, NE
(402)245-3005
For information contact:
Susan Johnson
SENCA Head Start
(402) 862-2411 x 111
sjohnson@senca.org Little Learners Preschool
2103 "O" Street
Auburn, NE 68305
For information contact:
Crystal Dunekacke
SENCA Head Start
(402)862-2411 x 108
cdunekacke@senca.org
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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this form. Official enrollment documents must be submitted directly to the local Head Start program.