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What is
Head Start?
Head Start is a national program which provides
comprehensive developmental services for America's low-income, pre-school
children ages three to five and social services for their families.
Approximately 1,400 community-based non-profit organizations and school systems develop unique and
innovative programs to meet specific needs.
Head Start began in 1965 in the Office of Economic Opportunity
and is now administered by the Administration for Children and Families. In FY
1999, $4.66 billion was available for Head Start services.
Grants are awarded to local public or private non-profit
agencies. Twenty percent of the total cost of a Head Start program must be
contributed by the community. Head Start programs operate in all 50 states, the
District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. territories.
Major Components of Head Start
Head Start provides diverse services to meet the goals of the
following four components:
Education - Head Start's
educational program is designed to meet the needs of each child, the community
served, and its ethnic and cultural characteristics. Every child receives a
variety of learning experiences to foster intellectual, social, and emotional
growth.
Health - Head Start emphasizes the
importance of the early identification of health problems. Every child is
involved in a comprehensive health program, which includes immunizations,
medical, dental, and mental health, and nutritional services.
Parent Involvement - An essential
part of Head Start is the involvement of parents in parent education, program
planning, and operating activities. Many parents serve as members of policy
councils and committees and have a voice in administrative and managerial
decisions. Participation in classes and workshops on child development and
staff visits to the home allow parents to learn about the needs of their
children and about educational activities that can take place at home.
Social Services - Specific services are geared to
each family after its needs are determined. They include: community outreach;
referrals; family need assessments; recruitment and enrollment of children;
and emergency assistance and/or crisis intervention.
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