This handbook is intended to provide helpful information about our program and its operating polices.
Head Start
About:
Northwest Community Action's Head Start program has been serving families in Northwestern Minnesota since 1965. Currently, our Head Start and Early Head Start programs serve more than 280 children each year in Roseau, Lake of the Woods, Kittson, and Marshall Counties. Eleven thousand families are served by Head Start programs throughout the state of Minnesota each year, and more than one million children are served nationally.
Northwest Head Start is a family-oriented program, which provides services to children who are three to five years old, and/or information in the areas of education, health, mental health, nutrition, disabilities, parent involvement and family services. Head Start believes that parents are the most important influence in a child's life. Parent involvement in all aspects of the program is essential. Your participation is needed for a successful year with Head Start.
Program Activities:
· Centers meet 3-4 days per week
· Developmentally Appropriate Activities that Promote School Readiness Goals
· Instruction Designed for Individualized Learning
· Dental and Health Education and Screenings
· Nutrition Education
· Parenting Education
· Volunteer Opportunities
Testimonials:
“This has been an amazing experience …our son is now ready for kindergarten.” -Baudette Head Start Parent
“This has been a wonderful experience. Thanks for everything that you do.” -Badger Head Start Parent
“Thanks for the two years. It made everything a lot better for everyone.” -Grygla Head Start Parent
Northwest Community Action's Head Start program has been serving families in Northwestern Minnesota since 1965. Currently, our Head Start and Early Head Start programs serve more than 280 children each year in Roseau, Lake of the Woods, Kittson, and Marshall Counties. Eleven thousand families are served by Head Start programs throughout the state of Minnesota each year, and more than one million children are served nationally.
Northwest Head Start is a family-oriented program, which provides services to children who are three to five years old, and/or information in the areas of education, health, mental health, nutrition, disabilities, parent involvement and family services. Head Start believes that parents are the most important influence in a child's life. Parent involvement in all aspects of the program is essential. Your participation is needed for a successful year with Head Start.
Program Activities:
· Centers meet 3-4 days per week
· Developmentally Appropriate Activities that Promote School Readiness Goals
· Instruction Designed for Individualized Learning
· Dental and Health Education and Screenings
· Nutrition Education
· Parenting Education
· Volunteer Opportunities
Testimonials:
“This has been an amazing experience …our son is now ready for kindergarten.” -Baudette Head Start Parent
“This has been a wonderful experience. Thanks for everything that you do.” -Badger Head Start Parent
“Thanks for the two years. It made everything a lot better for everyone.” -Grygla Head Start Parent
