Head Start / ECEAP
Head Start and ECEAP are federally- and state-funded free preschool programs for qualifying families. The Hewins Early Learning Center enrolls over 200 children in these programs each year. The ELC offers AM and PM classes to families residing in the Franklin Pierce School District. Children must be 3 or 4 years old by August 31st of the school year. For children younger than 3 years old, Early Head Start or ESIT may be an option. If you have questions about the program or need assistance with enrollment please contact Maria Anderson at 253-298-4689 or ersea@fpschools.org.
Class is in session on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Fridays.
AM Classes 8:00 am - 11:30 am
PM Classes 11:30 am - 3:00 pm
Families may apply for the free Head Start and ECEAP program by completing the forms below and submitting them to ersea@fpschools.org.
Please remember there is an income verification for these programs.
2025-2026 Applications:
2025-2026 Early Learning Application in English.
2025-2026 Early Learning Application in Spanish.
- Proof of Income (W2, 1040 tax return or 12 months of paystubs)
- Birth Certificate
- Copy of Immunizations OR permission to look up on WAIIS
- Proof of Public Assistance, if any received
- Proof of Residency and/or Verification of Residence
- Utility Bill (garbage, sewer, water, cable)
- Lease or Mortgage agreement
- Signed Franklin Pierce Schools Alternate Verification of Residence Form, and one of the above items to verify name and address of owner/person responsible for residence.
