Head Start Program
What is Head Start?
Head Start is a comprehensive child development program serving children from birth to age five, pregnant women, and their families. Head Start welcomes children of all backgrounds, including those learning English as a second language or those who have special needs.
Head Start's purpose is to educate children in the classroom. Combined with parent education, Head Start enhances knowledge in the following areas:
- Child development
- Social-emotional development
- Health
- Mental health
- Disabilities
- Nutrition
- Life skills
- Literacy
- Job readiness
- Community resources
Where are Head Start Centers located?
| County | City | Phone Number |
|---|---|---|
| Hickory County | Hermitage | (417) 745-6941 |
| Cedar County | El Dorado Springs | (417) 876-5895 |
| Cedar County | Stockton | (417) 276-8332 |
| St. Clair County | Appleton City | (660) 476-5877 |
| St. Clair County | Home Base | (660) 476-2185 |
How do I sign up for Head Start?
Call our office at (417) 745-6941, or click the link to complete the Head Start form*.
Head Start Contact Information
Head Start is a Division of:
West Central Missouri Community Action Agency
PO Box 125
Appleton City, MO 64724
Phone:
(660) 476-2183
(800) 293-3581
Fax: (660) 476-2609
E-mail: wcheadst@iland.net
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