This Saturday, September 30, 2023, the American Rescue Act of 2021 ran out of funding, leaving many parents concerned about the future of childcare.
This campaign is brought to you by SCCAA Head Start.
If you’re a mom, dad, or caregiver working full-time, you might have heard about the childcare crisis. If you’re struggling for solutions, consider your local SCCAA Head Start Program.
What is Head Start?
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services defines Head Start as a program that “supports children’s growth from birth to age 5 through services centered around early learning and development, health, and family well-being. Head Start staff actively engage parents, recognizing family participation throughout the program as key to strong child outcomes.”
For eligible families, Head Start is available at no cost. You can apply now here.
Head Start helps children and families get ready to succeed in school through play, creative expression, and guided activities. Head Start teachers will consider your child’s individual needs and abilities in order to best support his/her progress toward these goals, always with respect to your child’s home language. To reach the children and families who need Head Start services the most, programs are tailored to community needs. Check out your local SCCAA Head Start today!
SCCAA Head Start is enrolling now! You can click here to access the online application.
SCCAA Head Start is a nationally recognized program aimed at children in Stark County, ages 0 to 5, with a focus on kindergarten readiness. With a 5-star Step Up to Quality Rating at all of our SCCAA locations, Head Start is a unique educational and wellness program that instills an early love of learning in children. For more information, visit https://www.sccaa.org/ or call 330-456-6218.
Audrey Mattevi, Reporting