07/24/10

Little B’s Child Care Center partners with Head Start. 

Head Start is a preschool program and part of Lakes and Pines C.A.C., a private, non-profit agency.  There is no cost for the Head Start program.    Families are encouraged to participate with Head Start by filling out a release so Head Start staff may contact you and determine if you’re eligible.  Limited spots are available. 

Why participate in Head Start? 

Little B’s benefits from your participation by receiving:

            • A certified classroom teacher.

            • Increased resources: age-appropriate equipment, support staff.

            • Higher standards of care.

            • Financial enhancements.

Benefits for families enrolled in Head Start:

• Head Start covers the cost of childcare from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, plus meals and snack during Head Start time.

            • Conferences and home visits with staff.

            • Family resources and parenting support available.

            • Qualifying families are automatically eligible for 2 program years.  

What are the requirements?

Little B’s requires families participating in Head Start to:

            • Comply with all policies and procedures in Little B’s parent handbook

            • Complete 3 home visits and 2 conferences with Head Start staff

            • Attend 4 Parent/Child nights

Head Start requirements:

            • Parents/caregivers must be working and/or in school a minimum of 20 hrs per week.

            • Children must attend Little B’s a minimum of 20 hrs per week.

            • Children must have an annual physical and dental on file with the program.