Head Start

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Registration for the 2023-2024 Head Start program will begin on April 3, 2023.

Head Start is a full-day program for students ages 3 and 4.  The Head Start school day begins at 7:15 and ends at 2:22. Head Start programs provide a learning environment that supports children’s growth in many areas such as language, literacy, and social and emotional development. Head Start emphasizes the role of parents as their child’s first and most important teacher. These programs help build relationships with families that support family well-being and many other important areas.

The Region 10 Head Start office for McKinney ISD is located at Lawson Early Childhood School.  Head Start office hours are from 8 AM – 4 PM, Monday through Friday.

Head Start Consultants:

Maria Garcia, Head Start Site Facilitator    [email protected]      469-302-2414

Constance Christian [email protected]     469-302-2439

Nidia Cerrato    [email protected]     469-302-2425

Head Start Family Resource Specialists:

Deanna Banks     [email protected]    469-302-2415

Karen Reed       [email protected]     469-302-2413

Shelby Pell     [email protected]     469-302-2425

Natica Worthy     [email protected]     469-302-2415

 

Head Start Enrollment Qualifications:

Students may qualify if:

• Income falls within guidelines
• Child has been identified with a disability
• Family is homeless
• Child is in foster care

For more information about qualifying, please call the Head Start office at 469-302-2414. For more information about Texas Head Start Programs or to see if you might qualify, follow this link.