o Head Start is a federal and state

funded preschool program, for

children ages 2.9-5 years, that is

provided to income eligible families.

o Head Start operates 5 days a week for

4 hours per day, from September to

May.

o Other program options are available

based on a sliding fee scale.

o All programs are based on the Head

Start model; providing a holistic

approach to services.

Limited transportation is provided by school bus, in

Brockton, Rockland and Attleboro

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PARENT, FAMILY & COMMUNITY

ENGAGEMENT

primary educato

involvement is the foundation of the Head Start

program. Parents are provided with

opportunities to become involved in decision

making, planning and program operations, as

well as volunteering. The Governing Body of

Head Start

up of parents and community representatives.

Parents are encouraged to participate in

trainings and educational workshops.

Qualified parents receive preference for

employment when positions are available

within the prog

EDUCATION – Head Start’s education program is

designed to meet the individual needs of each

child. The program is geared to fostering skills in

developmental areas including social/emotional

development through play, self

language stimulation, reading readiness skills, and

other activities, which enhance the classroom

experience. The primary focus is to increase the

socialization skills, and self

Education Managers and Education Specialists

supervise the teachi

all children to experience success, enhance social

competence, and acquire school readiness skills, in

preparation for public schools.

SERVICES FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES

of the Head Start enrollment is comprised

children with disabilities, who receive the full range

of program services. The Education Managers and

Education Specialists, assist in the development

and implementation of Individualized Education

Plans for each child. A collaborative approach is

maintained between Head Start, the public schools,

and other agencies, which provide services to

children with disabilities.

MENTAL HEALTH

health by promoting healthy social and emotional

development for each child, family and

member. A mental health professional is available

to each Head Start classroom to provide

individualized mental health consultation, training,

and services to children, families and staff.

Program Goals

To provide high quality early childhood

programs to children and families of

low to moderate income.

To provide program services that meet

individual needs of families.

To meet the educational, social, health,

mental health, and nutritional needs of

all children.

To provide parents with educational

opportunities and ongoing support.

To engage parents in the planning and

operation of the program.

PARENT, FAMILY & COMMUNITY

ENGAGEMENT – Parents are recognized as the

primary educators of their children. Parent

involvement is the foundation of the Head Start

program. Parents are provided with

opportunities to become involved in decision-

making, planning and program operations, as

well as volunteering. The Governing Body of

Head Start is the Policy Council, which is made

up of parents and community representatives.

Parents are encouraged to participate in

trainings and educational workshops.

Qualified parents receive preference for

employment when positions are available

within the program.

NUTRITION – Breakfast and lunch are

provided daily to ensure th

1/3 - 2/3 of their daily nutritional

requirements. In addition,

on a full day basis receive a

Children receive nutrition e

classroom activities to enab

healthy food choices.

The nutritional health of every child is

monitored and educational work

provided for parents.

HEALTH – Early hearing, vision, and dental

screenings and positive inte

completed immunizations,

The health staff will monito

child’s immunization status and physical

examination requirements

follow-up is achieved.

Individualized Health Plans

an “as needed” basis. Technical assistance,

support and referral service

FAMILY SERVICES – Each fa

Family Advocate who offers support to all

members of the family unit. In an effort to

improve the quality of the families’ lives,

assistance is given in identi

as well as strengths, and setting attainable

goals. Family Advocates familiarize parents

with resources in the comm

appropriate referrals.

Recruitment and enrollmen

throughout the year.

Head Start’s education program is

designed to meet the individual needs of each

child. The program is geared to fostering skills in

developmental areas including social/emotional

development through play, self-help skills,

timulation, reading readiness skills, and

other activities, which enhance the classroom

experience. The primary focus is to increase the

socialization skills, and self-esteem of each child.

Education Managers and Education Specialists

supervise the teaching staff that paves the way for

all children to experience success, enhance social

competence, and acquire school readiness skills, in

preparation for public schools.

SERVICES FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES – 10%

of the Head Start enrollment is comprised of

children with disabilities, who receive the full range

of program services. The Education Managers and

Education Specialists, assist in the development

and implementation of Individualized Education

Plans for each child. A collaborative approach is

tained between Head Start, the public schools,

and other agencies, which provide services to

children with disabilities.

– Head Start fosters mental

health by promoting healthy social and emotional

development for each child, family and staff

member. A mental health professional is available

to each Head Start classroom to provide

individualized mental health consultation, training,

o children, families and staff.

Breakfast and lunch are

e that children meet

2/3 of their daily nutritional

ion, children that attend

ive an afternoon snack.

ion education through

enable them to make

The nutritional health of every child is

monitored and educational workshops are

Early hearing, vision, and dental

intervention through

ons, are emphasized.

nitor and review each

child’s immunization status and physical

ents to ensure proper

lans are developed on

an “as needed” basis. Technical assistance,

rvices are also offered.

ch family is assigned a

Family Advocate who offers support to all

members of the family unit. In an effort to

improve the quality of the families’ lives,

entifying family needs

ll as strengths, and setting attainable

goals. Family Advocates familiarize parents

ommunity, and make

lment of children occur

Extended Day Options:

Coordinated Family & Community

Engagement (CFCE)

CFCE is funded by the Department of Early

Education & Care (EEC)

o A sliding fee scale determines fees.

Child Care Vouchers

o Parents must be working, attending

school, or in a training program.

o Payment is based on a sliding fee

scale.

o Must meet income guidelines.

o Contact PACE Child Care Works at 508-

999-9930 for more information.

Extended day programs operate 5 days a week

on a full year basis.

EEC INCOME ELIGIBLE & FULL DAY VOUCHER

INCOME GUIDELINES 50% SMI

Size of Family Unit Income Amount

2 37,053.00

3 45,771.00

4 54,489.00

5 63,207.00

6 71,925.00

7 73,560.00

8 75,195.00

EEC INCOME ELIGIBLE & FULL DAY VOUCHER

INCOME GUIDELINES 85% SMI

Size of Family Unit Income Amount

2 62,989.00

3 77,810.00

4 92,631.00

5 107,452.00

6 122,273.00

7 125,052.00

8 127,831.00

To apply for Head Start please bring the

following documents with you to the

Shelton, Whitman or Norton

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You can complete an application if you do

not have all of the appropriate

documentation.

You may simply come in, or call to

schedule a convenient time to complete

the application.

The age at which a child is enrolled, is

determined by the K

age, in the community of residence.

2017

Size of Family Unit

For family units with more t

members, add $4,180

additional member.

To apply for Head Start please bring the

following documents with you to the

Shelton, Whitman or Norton center.

o Income Verification

o Child’s Birth Certificate

o Up-to-date Immunization Record

o Social Security cards for all family

members (if available)

You can complete an application if you do

not have all of the appropriate

documentation.

You may simply come in, or call to

schedule a convenient time to complete

the application.

The age at which a child is enrolled, is

determined by the Kindergarten entry

age, in the community of residence.

2017 Head Start Income Guidelines

Size of Family Unit Poverty Levels

100% 130%

1 12,060 – 15,678

2 16,240 – 21,112

3 20,420 – 26,546

4 24,600 – 31,980

5 28,780 – 37,414

6 32,960 – 42,848

7 37,140 – 48,282

8 41,320 – 53,716

For family units with more than 8

members, add $4,180 - $5,434 for each

additional member.

Ulysses G Shelton Head Start Center

370 Howard Street

Brockton, MA. 02302

508-587-1716

Norton Head Start

77 East Main Street

Norton, MA. 02766

508-285-5021

DeMoranville School

35 Pleasant Street

Middleboro, MA. 02346

508-947-5774

Abington

Attleboro

Avon

Bridgewater

Brockton

Canton

Dedham

Easton

E. Bridgewater

Foxboro

Franklin

Hanson

Holbrook

Mansfield

Self Help, Inc.

Preschool Programs

Self Help, Inc. was recognized

Federal Government

Head Start program.

All classrooms are licensed by the

Massachusetts Department of

Early Education and Care

NAEYC Accreditation

Head Start

SITE LOCATIONS

Ulysses G Shelton Head Start Center

370 Howard Street

Brockton, MA. 02302

Corthell School

168 Whitman Ave.

Whitman, MA. 02382

781-447-7110

77 East Main Street

Norton, MA. 02766

Norwood Head Start

275 Prospect Street

Norwood, MA. 02062

781-255-0413

DeMoranville School

02346

Stoughton Head Start

First Congregational Church

76 Pierce Street

Stoughton, MA. 02072

781-344-4749

Service Areas

Middleboro

Norfolk

Norton

Norwood

N. Attleboro

Plainville

Randolph

Rockland

Sharon

Stoughton

W. Bridgewater

Whitman

Walpole

Wrentham

Westwood

Self Help, Inc.

Preschool Programs

Self Help, Inc. was recognized by the

Federal Government as an exemplary

Head Start program. All classrooms are licensed by the

Massachusetts Department of

Early Education and Care

Accreditation

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