Head Start and ECEAP (Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program) are offered through part-day models at the ELC. Classes are typically 3.5 hours, four days per week. AM sessions are 8:30-12:00 and PM sessions are 12:00-3:30. Classrooms have 16-19 children enrolled, with a Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher providing evidence-based curriculum to prepare children for Kindergarten and beyond. Families will also be assigned to a Family Support Specialist who can assist with goal-setting, resources, and preparing the family for the child's transition to Kindergarten.
In order to determine eligibility, families must complete the Head Start/ECEAP application form with supporting documents and return them to the Early Learning Center for processing. Family Support Specialists will review the application and documents to determine eligibility. Once eligible, students selected from the waitlist will be enrolled and able to start preschool!
Classes are usually on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Our Parent Calendar will show which days classes are in session. Both Head Start and ECEAP programs are HALF day programs; morning session and afternoon session.
Transportation is provided as long as you qualify and your home address determines which session your child will be enrolled in. Typically, students living north of 112th St. are morning, and students living south of 112th St. are afternoon.
