Head Start
Building a Strong Foundation
About Head Start
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Head Start is a federally funded preschool program. Without a doubt, it provides comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and family involvement services to qualifying children and their families. Firstly, this program recognizes the critical role parents and guardians play in their child’s education and aims to enhance their involvement in every aspect. Additionally, it fosters a strong partnership between parents or guardians, with educators. Head Start actively supports the social, emotional, and cognitive development of children from birth to age five. Secondly, Head Start focuses on the child through early childhood education. This includes individualized learning plans, supportive family services, as well as community partnerships. Lastly, by providing a strong foundation for learning, we set children up for success in both school and beyond.
Why it Matters
The Importance of Head Start
In fact, research shows that children who participate in Head Start experience significant gains in school readiness, including improving their language and cognitive skills. Additionally, they develop better social-emotional skills and increase their readiness for kindergarten. By age five, children have developed 90% of their brain, which highlights the importance of early learning experiences. Without a doubt, children who attend Head Start are more likely to graduate from high school and pursue higher education. In summary Head Start is not just a preschool program; it is a catalyst for lifelong success.
NMCAA Childhood Education Programs Annual Notice (HSPPS 1302.22)
Head Start Single Session
Children Must Be 3 or 4 years of Age
Classes Meet 4 days Per Week, 4 hours Per Day
School Year Schedule
Some Transportation is Provided
Parents Receive 4 contacts Per Year in the Form of Home Visits and Parent/Teacher Conferences
Head Start Extended Day
Child Must Be 3 or 4 years Old by December 1st
Classes Meet 4 days Per Week for 7 hours Per Day
School Year schedule
Transportation Options for Your Child May Be Available
Parents Receive 4 Contacts Per Year in the Form of Home Visits and Parent/Teacher Conferences
