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Head Start |
1920 Mariposa Mall,
Suite 200
263-1200
263-1287 fax |
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| Program |
Head Start – Preschool |
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| Description |
Head Start – Preschool endeavors
to strengthen the ability of disadvantaged children to
cope with school by providing a program to meet their
emotional, social, health, nutritional, and psychological
needs in nurturing and stimulating environments. |
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| Hours |
8:30 am to 5:00 pm |
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| Site(s) - Locations |
Center Areas: Cantua Creek, Caruthers,
Clovis, Firebaugh, Fresno, Huron, Mendota, Orange Cove,
Parlier, Pinedale, Reedley, Selma, Sanger, and San Joaquin |
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| Services |
Learning, Health Services, Parent Involvement,
and Family Assistance |
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| Service Area |
Home Base Service Areas: Caruthers, Clovis,
Coalinga, Fresno, Five Points, Kerman, Kingsburg, Malaga,
Mendota, Mountain Area, Raisin City, Reedley, Riverdale,
Sanger, Selma, and Tranquility |
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| Eligibility Criteria |
Applicants must meet federal low-income
guidelines, live in Fresno County, and have child/children
ages 3 – 4.9 years of age. Applicant child/children
must be up-to-date on all immunizations. Children with
disabilities are welcome. |
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| How to Access Service |
Contact the Central Office at (559)263-1200
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| Funding Source |
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |
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| Historical Information |
Head Start is one of the most successful
federal programs operated by EOC. Head Start centers are
usually housed in local community centers, churches, and
schools. They employ over 500 people in a variety of professional
fields. Studies have shown the Head Start – Preschool
children score higher than comparable non-Head Start children
in preschool achievement tests that measure the cognitive
abilities of young children. |
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| Mission |
Providing parents with the knowledge and
services they need to build a better life for their children
and themselves. |
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| Measurable Outcomes |
Head Start currently serves approximately
2800 children throughout Fresno County in over 35 centers
and 19 Home Base areas. |
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| Other Unique Information |
Half day/extended day/full
day options are offered in select areas. |
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