Head Start

Southwestern Minnesota Opportunity Council

Head Start

"Strengthening our Communities through

Opportunities and Service"

Head Start is a child development program for three- and four- year olds, including children with special needs. Head Start also offers services to the family. Parents may take part in special trainings and events that help them learn and grow. Parents and teachers work together to plan appropriate activities so children learn to accept themselves and others and explore their world.

Education

Head Start involves families in educating their children and providing experiences that develop social skills, language, physical development and concepts. Special services are offered to children with diagnosed disabilities and their families. We offer two options:

Head Start 2020-2021 Program Year Annual Report

Head Start 2021 - 2022 Program Year Annual Report

Head Start 2021 - 2022 Program Year Annual Report (Spanish)

Head Start Program runs from

September to May

AVAILABLE IN PIPESTONE AND NOBLES COUNTY
Children have a four-hour class, four times a week, Tuesday through Friday, and parents and children have a 1 1/2 hour home visit each month. Nutritious meals are provided.

AVAILABLE IN NOBLES COUNTY
Children have a seven-hour class, four times a week, Tuesday through Friday, and prents and children have a 1 1/2 hour home visit each month. Nutritious meals are provided.

Early Head Start Program runs from

July to July

AVAILABLE IN MURRAY, PIPESTONE, ROCK AND NOBLES COUNTY
Parents and children have a weekly 1 1/2 hour home visit. Children also meet for socialization experience at a Head Start site 2 to 3 times per month. A nutritious meals are provided.

**Recruitment is ongoing and openings are filled as they become available. If you want your child enrolled, apply early by calling the Head Start office at:

507-727-1759

Head Start Office Located at:
1077 Pleasant Avenue
Worthington, MN 56187

Click here to access the Worthington Head Start Library

Click here to access the Head Start Enrollment Information

Head Start Serves:

~ Children who turn 3 or 4 years old by September 1st

~ Children whose families meet federal income guidelines

~ Children with disabilities

~ At-risk children

Early Head Start Serves:

~ Children who are 0 to 3 years

Transportation

Head Start provides limited transportation services. Bus boundaries and routes are determined each fall and are subject to change as needed.

Health & Nutrition

Head Start requirements include a physical and dental exam each year your child is enrolled. Your child will need to have a Child & Teen Checkup. Immunizations must be up to date before your child enters the classroom. Head Start provides your child with healthy meals and snacks. Education on health, dental health, nutrition, and mental health are offered to all Head Start children and families.

Parent Involvement

Head Start believes that parents are their child's first and most important teacher. You can volunteer in the classroom and attend Family Nights. There is so much more you can do to get involved!

Social Service

Head Start helps families build their strengths. We partner with families to set goals to meet their needs. Head Start staff refers families to community resources as needed.