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Head Start is a high quality
early childhood program that serves children who
are four on or before September 1st and whose
families meet income guidelines. Services are
offered to meet the special needs of children
with disabilities.
The goal of the Head Start program is to
prepare children for kindergarten. Children who attend Head
Start participate in a variety of educational activities in
accredited classrooms located at many elementary schools around
the county. Head Start provides children with activities that
help them grow mentally, socially, emotionally and physically.
Head Start recognizes that parents are
their child’s first and most important teachers. Parents are
encouraged to be involved in Head Start activities and
committees. Staff work with parents as partners to help children
progress and to help the family meet its goals.
Services include:
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