Head Start is a family and child development program for preschool age children at no cost to families. Provides preschool development in two models such as home-based and child-care based. Home-Based Program (Age birth - 3 years): - Lesson plans specifically designed for the child to get them ready for Kindergarten - Opportunities to interact with other parents and children in a classroom setting - Parent meetings for sharing and planning - Special parent-planned events such as family nights, neighborhood tours, and field trips - Weekly 1.5 hour visits in the home jointly planned by parents and a trained home visitor Child-Care Based Program (Age 3 - 5 years): - Approved preschool curriculum with structured, age-appropriate activities - Full year programming - Regular meetings between parents and Head Start staff Other Services: - Learning Readiness program to address needs of at-risk children ages birth - 5 years - Open Book programs provide books to children and families in support of family literacy

Head Start Program Provides 3-5 year old children with a head start. Community based child and family development programming. Services promote cognitive, social, and emotional growth and development of 3-5 year old children from income eligible families and for age eligible children with special needs. Activities centered around health, education, nutrition and socialization are focused on children's growth and development in language, literacy, math, science social functioning, creative arts, physical skills, overall learning abilities and more. Daily schedules at centers vary by location and include 4 hour, 6 hour and extended day. Early Head Start A FREE program that provides services to income-eligible families who are expecting a baby or have an infant or toddler ages birth - 3 years The program provides a variety of learning experiences to help children develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally, based on their individual needs. Services include: - Weekly home visits with parents and their child(ren) to support the parents role as their child's first teacher - Health and developmental screenings to ensure that children are on track - Bi-monthly socialization opportunities with other EHS families - Pre-natal support for expectant mothers - Information and referrals to other community agencies as needed - Services to all children, including those with any health, developmental, or nutritional needs

Provides comprehensive child and family services to low-income children and their families: Head Start and Early Head Start (Region 5) services include: - Health and child development education - Immunizations - Medical and dental examinations - Nutrition services and educational services to children with disabilities - Parenting skills education and parental involvement - Vision, hearing, speech, and developmental screenings Migrant and seasonal Head Start (Region 12)services include: - Health and child development education - Medical and dental examinations - Nutrition services and educational services to children with disabilities - Parenting skills education and parental involvement - Transportation services Mental Health and Disability Services

Provides comprehensive child and family services to low-income children and their families: Head Start and Early Head Start (Region 5) services include: - Health and child development education - Immunizations - Medical and dental examinations - Nutrition services and educational services to children with disabilities - Parenting skills education and parental involvement - Vision, hearing, speech, and developmental screenings Migrant and seasonal Head Start (Region 12)services include: - Health and child development education - Medical and dental examinations - Nutrition services and educational services to children with disabilities - Parenting skills education and parental involvement - Transportation services Mental Health and Disability Services

Head Start is a comprehensive preschool program focusing on child development and serving 3 and 4 year old children and their families. Services include health, nutrition, education, parent involvement, social services, mental health, disabilities and school readiness. Early Head Start is a home visiting program for pregnant women and children ages birth - 3. Consists of weekly, 90-minute home visits focusing on connection to resources, parenting, early intervention, and preparation for Head Start or other preschool program.

Low-income preschool child and family development program at Ramsey County locations, plus full-day collaboration sites. Early Head Start is a weekly home visiting program.

Low-income preschool child and family development program at Ramsey County locations, plus full-day collaboration sites. Early Head Start is a weekly home visiting program.

- Early Head Start: Full-day, full-year, family-centered early care and education program for pregnant women, infants, and toddlers ages birth to 3 years and their families. Offers multiple options, including Home Based, Part Day Center Based, and Full Day Center Based. - Head Start: Child and family development program that focuses on comprehensive services for pregnant women, children from birth to 5 year,s and their families. Approach to service includes: - Education - Health - Mental health - Nutrition - Parent engagement - Social services

Provides comprehensive child and family services to low-income children and their families: Head Start and Early Head Start (Region 5) services include: - Health and child development education - Immunizations - Medical and dental examinations - Nutrition services and educational services to children with disabilities - Parenting skills education and parental involvement - Vision, hearing, speech, and developmental screenings Migrant and seasonal Head Start (Region 12)services include: - Health and child development education - Medical and dental examinations - Nutrition services and educational services to children with disabilities - Parenting skills education and parental involvement - Transportation services Mental Health and Disability Services

Low-income preschool child and family development program at Ramsey County locations, plus full-day collaboration sites. Early Head Start is a weekly home visiting program.

A state and federally funded program for expectant mothers and children ages birth - 5 years old. The program offers comprehensive services to enrolled children and families, giving priority to limited-income families and children with special needs. Head Start programs offer a nurturing environment that supports the healthy growth and development of each child in the context of family, culture, and community.

Goal is to give young children quality learning and care to grow to their full potential including nutritional and health needs are addressed, and meals and snacks furnished for enrolled children. Offers center-based classes 4 days per week, in a classroom setting from September - May.

Provides comprehensive child and family services to low-income children and their families: Head Start and Early Head Start (Region 5) services include: - Health and child development education - Immunizations - Medical and dental examinations - Nutrition services and educational services to children with disabilities - Parenting skills education and parental involvement - Vision, hearing, speech, and developmental screenings Migrant and seasonal Head Start (Region 12)services include: - Health and child development education - Medical and dental examinations - Nutrition services and educational services to children with disabilities - Parenting skills education and parental involvement - Transportation services Mental Health and Disability Services

Head Start is a federal program for preschool children from low-income families. A comprehensive child development program designed for young children and their families in the areas of health, nutrition, social services, parent involvement, and education. The program is designed to serve low-income children and their families. Some children with special needs may be enrolled regardless of income. Head Start Programs are available in the following locations: - Alexandria ?- Brandon ?- Elbow Lake ?- Fergus Falls ?- Menahga ?- Morris ?- Osakis ?- Parkers Prairie ?- Pelican Rapids ?- Perham ?- Starbuck ?- Wadena ?- Wheaton

Federal Head Start and Early Head Start, and State Head Start Services for at-risk children ages birth - 5 and their families, including: - Dental - Developmental screening - Early intervention services - Education designed to meet the individual needs of each child - Family and community partnerships and advocacy - Health - Parent engagement and education Early Childhood Family Education Services for children ages birth to kindergarten. ECFE works to strengthen families and help them to provide the best possible environment for their child's learning and growth. Early Childhood Special Education Provides early intervention services for children identified through screening as needing additional supports in their education. Early education will ensure these services are provided in the least restrictive environment and most culturally appropriate setting. Services including: - Developmental supports - Occupational therapy - Physical therapy - Speech, language, and more Child Care Childcare is run seamlessly with other Early Education program for children ages 6 weeks - 11 years. Services include childcare, early Head Start, and Head Start programs.

Head Start is a comprehensive preschool program focusing on child development and serving 3 and 4 year old children and their families. Services include health, nutrition, education, parent involvement, social services, mental health, disabilities and school readiness. Early Head Start is a home visiting program for pregnant women and children ages birth - 3. Consists of weekly, 90-minute home visits focusing on connection to resources, parenting, early intervention, and preparation for Head Start or other preschool program.

Works with families on growth and developmental issues. Head Start promotes school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development of children. - Offers preschool classroom and home visit experience with a special focus on developing the early reading and math skills needed to be successful in school. - Programs are offered center-based, home-based, or combination - Transportation provided when available. Staff assists families in obtaining transportation.

Provides comprehensive services to children, pregnant women, and families of early childhood-aged children. Provides activities, interactions, and interventions that assist children to develop and grow cognitively, socially, emotionally, and physically in nurturing, supportive environments. Services provided are in the areas of: - Disabilities - Education ?- Family Partnerships - Health - Literacy - Mental Health - Multicultural - Nutrition - Parent Involvement - Safety - Transition - Transportation

Provides comprehensive child and family services to low-income children and their families: Head Start and Early Head Start (Region 5) services include: - Health and child development education - Immunizations - Medical and dental examinations - Nutrition services and educational services to children with disabilities - Parenting skills education and parental involvement - Vision, hearing, speech, and developmental screenings Migrant and seasonal Head Start (Region 12)services include: - Health and child development education - Medical and dental examinations - Nutrition services and educational services to children with disabilities - Parenting skills education and parental involvement - Transportation services Mental Health and Disability Services

Early Head Start: - Provides health, nutrition, dental, child development education and parent education for families with children 0 - 3 years of age. - Home visits are made weekly with socialization and parent meetings monthly. Head Start: - Provides health, nutrition, dental, child development education, parent education, and a pre-school educational experience for children 3 - 5 years of age. - Children have opportunities for centers 4 days a week

Head Start Head Start is a center-based preschool program for children 3-5 years old. Program includes: - Education: School readiness goals in the areas of language, literacy, math, science, health, and social-emotional skills ?- Family goal-setting ??- Health and safety ??- Nutrition ?- Social and emotional health ??- Social services ??- Screenings and follow-up for health, development, and behavior ??- Services for children with disabilities ??- Transition services Early Head Start ?The program includes weekly home visits with parents and their child(ren), teaching and partnering with them in the areas of child development, health, mental health, family health, and development and family resources. Weekly home visits include: ?- Assisting pregnant women with accessing comprehensive prenatal care to promote healthy development and a safe delivery. ?- Information and referrals to other community agencies as needed. ?- Parenting information and screenings to ensure that children are developmentally on track. ?- Playgroup sessions are provided throughout the year where parents and children can build friendships and discuss interesting parenting topics. ?- Supporting parent's efforts to meet the challenges of parenting. ?- Working with parents to ensure that children have access to quality health care, including dental, vision, speech, hearing, nutritional, mental health screenings, and physical exams and immunizations. Pregnant women and children up to 3 years old may apply for this year-long opportunity.

Goal is to give young children quality learning and care to grow to their full potential including nutritional and health needs are addressed, and meals and snacks furnished for enrolled children. Offers center-based classes 4 days per week, in a classroom setting from September - May.

A free preschool program for low-income children age 3 - 5, providing: - Classes four days per week for six hours each day - Breakfast, lunch, and snacks for students - Home visits and parent-teacher conferences to set goals, check the child's progress, and refer to community program resources

Helps prepare children for success in school and provides comprehensive, individualized services for preschoolers that support healthy cognitive, physical, and social-emotional growth and development.

Works with families on growth and developmental issues. Head Start promotes school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development of children. - Offers preschool classroom and home visit experience with a special focus on developing the early reading and math skills needed to be successful in school. - Programs are offered center-based, home-based, or combination - Transportation provided when available. Staff assists families in obtaining transportation.