Fannin County Head Start
Fannin County Head Start
WHAT IS HEAD START??
A Comprehensive Child Development Program
Head Start programs promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social and other services to enrolled children and families. Head Start engages parents in their children's learning and helps parents in making progress toward their educational, literacy and employment goals.
Every day, we assist families in gaining resources.
“Ensuring that our youngest children have a solid foundation for life.”
Is My Family Eligible for Services?
Follow the steps below to find out if you might be eligible for Head Start!
Let’s get started:
- Is the applicant 3 or 4 by September 1 of the school year they are applying)?
If YES, then the applicant is AGE ELIGIBLE for Head Start.
- Does the applicant receive foster care services, TANF, SSI or face housing hardship? OR
- Does the family’s total gross income equal to or less than 100% of the FPL?
If YES, then the applicant is considered INCOME ELIGIBLE.
Please be assured that all communication with Head Start is confidential. We will ask for proofs such as your child’s date of birth, your family’s gross annual income, or proof of benefits. Do not hesitate to apply, whether or not you have gathered all necessary documents. Our staff will work with you to complete your Eligibility Application.
Categorical Eligibility
If any of the Following Circumstances Apply, you may be Categorically Eligible for Head Start Programs:
- If your family is currently receiving TANF benefits
- If you family is currently receiving Supplemental Security Income
- If you have a foster child placed with you through the State of Texas
- If your family is currently homeless
How to Apply
Head Start has open enrollment throughout the school year.
Click here to start an Intake
Office Hours for Enrollment
9-2 Monday-Friday
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