Action pact is honored to announce that their Head Start program was recently recognized for 60 years of continuous operation.
The Region IV Head Start Association recognized the program at their leadership conference. “We are honored that we have been able to provide Head Start services since its inception,” stated Ms. Diane Rogers, Executive Director. Head Start Director Angela Carr, who directs services for 12 counties including Pierce, was presented the certificate on behalf of the program.
Head Start services are for children from birth to compulsory school age, as well as pregnantwomenandexpectant families. Eligible participants include children whose families meet the federal low-income guidelines — that is, whose incomes are at or below the federal poverty guidelines or who participate in Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Supplemental Security Income, or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Other eligible participants include children who are in foster care or experiencing homelessness. Programs may also accept a limited number of children who do not meet any of those eligibility criteria.
Head Start services are available at no cost to children ages birth to 5 in eligible families. Head Start Preschool services work with families with children ages 3 to 5. Early Head Start services work with families with children ages birth to 3, and many also serve expectant families. Many programs operate both Head Start Preschool and Early Head Start services. “Our program delivers child development services in a center-based setting,” says Carr. “All Head Start programs continually work toward our mission for eligible children and families to receive high-quality services in safe and healthy settings that prepare children for school and life.”
For more information on your local Head Start program please contact (912) 285-6083.
Head Start Director Angela Carr holds up the program’s special 60 year certificate.
