Head Start Program

Early Head Start and Head Start are comprehensive child and family development programs.

Families are provided with activities and experiences that are developmentally appropriate and individualized for their child. The programs are designed to provide an array of services that fit the strengths and needs of each family.

Click to learn more about these specific programs:

Head Start Early Head Start School Readiness

Read the annual report for our Head Start and Early Head Start program.

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Who These Program Serve

Early Head Start serves pregnant mothers, infants, toddlers and their families, and Head Start serves children who are three and four years old and their families who meet income guidelines set by the Federal government and reside in the following counties: Cottonwood, Jackson, Kandiyohi, Lincoln, Lyon, McLeod, Meeker, Redwood and Renville.

Our Programs Include Children with Disabilities

Early Head Start and Head Start serves children with disabilities. Staff work with children on their goals that are set in their individual family education plan or individual education plan. Adaptions are made to meet the child’s needs.

No Cost

There are no costs associated with the Early Head Start or Head Start programs. These programs are free to eligible participants. Funding is provided by the Minnesota Department of Education and United Stated Department of Health and Human Office of Head Start.

Eligibility requirements include proof of income. Twelve months of income is needed to process your child’s application. Examples of income are income tax returns, W-2’s, pay stubs, Supplemental Security Income documentation or Minnesota Family Investment Program documentation.

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