Head Start and Early Head Start are comprehensive child and family development programs that prepare children from birth to five years of age to become successful school students and members of society. Head Start was started in the mid-1960’s and has grown into a multi-faceted partnership involving the federal government and local education, social service and health organizations. Children and families participate in the program on the basis of eligibility criteria.
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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
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICATION PROCEDURE- If you need assistance or have questions, call the
center that you are interested in.
Complete the attached application and Residency Form
Attach proof of total household income for the previous 12 months or previous calendar year from all
parents/guardians. Please send COPIES of the following:
Income Tax Return or
2 Current Pay Stubs or
Verified Letter from Employer
If the following income applies we also need verification.
Supplemental Security Income award letter
TANF
Child support (award letter of copy of checks)
Veteran’s benefits
Social Security Income
Unemployment (claim letter or two payment stubs)
Worker’s compensation
Grants or scholarships
Attach birth certificate
Attach all immunization records (and well child records if you have them)
Proof of residency (a utility bill or document that shows your residential address not mailing address)
If you have NO income we must have a copy of
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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Please do not submit: Social Security numbers, birth certificates, income or tax documents,
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.