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Head Start Program:
Children will be considered for Head Start participation who are:
- 3 or 4 years old on or before August 1 prior to the September enrollment, AND
- From families whose incomes are at or below the federal poverty income guidelines, or a child with a diagnosed disability whose family's income is at or below 150% federal poverty income guidelines.
The majority of our Head Start slots are for four-year-old children, with fewer available for three-year-olds. Five-year-olds who are not eligible for public kindergarten, and whose birth date is after August 1, may be accepted.
To obtain more information about Head Start enrollment and income eligibility standards, please contact the center nearest you.
Early Head Start Program:
The eligibility requirements for the Early Head Start program include:
- Pregnant mother, or families with children 0-3 years old.
- Family meets federal low-income guidelines.
- Parent(s) enrolled in school or employed full time.
To obtain more information about Early Head Start enrollment and income eligibility standards, please contact the center nearest you.
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