April 25, 2025
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Available in
- Barry County
- Calhoun County
- St. Joseph County
Resources
- Volunteer Application
- Application for people interested in volunteering for any of our volunteer programs. Interested Foster Grandparent Volunteers please use Foster Grandparent Volunteer application.
- Expectant Mothers Application - Español
- - Head Start, Early Head Start, Great Start
- Barry County Application - Español
- - Head Start, Early Head Start, Great Start
- Calhoun Co. Application - Español
- - Head Start, Early Head Start, Great Start
- St. Joseph Co. Application
- - Head Start, Early Head Start, Great Start
- Calhoun County Birth-to-Five Application
- - Head Start, Early Head Start, Great Start
- Expectant Mothers Application
- - Head Start, Early Head Start, Great Start
Head Start
A quality educational and social experience for children of low- to moderate- income families ages birth to 5 years, and expectant mothers.
Head Start provides a classroom environment for children of low-income families who are three years of age, and four years of age by September1. The program also provides educational experiences to families, which help them raise successful children.
Children are provided various cognitive, affective, and motor skill development experiences in both large and small group settings. This encourages them to develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally in a manner appropriate to their age and stage of development.
Lessons in general health and nutrition, along with family involvement, are part of the daily activities. To give your child the Head Start they deserve call 1-877-KIDS-577 to enroll for the 2014-2015 school year.
Requirements:
Family Income Guidelines 2016-2017
| Size of Family | Annual Income |
|---|---|
| 1 | $11,880 |
| 2 | $16,020 |
| 3 | $20,160 |
| 4 | $24,300 |
| 5 | $28,440 |
| 6 | $32,580 |
| 7 | $36,730 |
| 8 | $40,890 |
For families with more than 8 members, add $4,160 for each additional member.
Updated 4/2016