Migrant Seasonal

Head Starthttp://www.communitycouncilofidaho.org/home

OUR MISSION AND PURPOSE 

Our mission is to provide families with resources and opportunities in education, housing, health and employment.

Our purpose is to improve the cultural, social, and economic status of the people we serve through the following services and activities.

Civil Rights Advocacy Workforce Preparation Education Social Services Housing Opportunities Economic and Community Development Health Services Cultural Awareness

What is Migrant & Seasonal Head Start?

It is an Early Childhood Education Program for Migrant and Seasonal

Farm worker children and their families dedicated to promoting the success of their children in school and later in life.

We offer a comprehensive service program for children and families that

include: Early Childhood Education, Nutrition, and Health Wellness.

Who Qualifies for the services?

Children birth - five years of age, who have not attended kindergarten

Family income meets Federal Low Income Guidelines The family's primary income comes from agricultural

work as defined by Head Start Performance Standard Enrollment priority may be extended to children of

Migrant Families Priority consideration is available for families of

children with disabilities Enrollment: 797 Children

◦591 slots are for Migrant Families◦206 slots are for Seasonal Families

What is considered a Family?

All persons living in the household who are:

Supported by the income of the parent(s) or guardian(s) of the

participating child and  Related to the parent(s) or

guardian(s) by blood, marriage, or adoption

Guardian means a person "legally responsible for the child"

What is Considered Income? Cash income includes earned

income, military income, veteran's benefits, social security

benefits, unemployment compensation, and public

assistance benefits

What are Agricultural Activities?

Activities related to the production and harvesting of tree and field crops or supports the crop production such as irrigation, crop

protection, and operation of farm machinery Production and harvesting of tree and field

crops, including preparing the soil, planting, cultivation, picking, packing, canning and

processing as well as production and harvesting of greenhouse and nursery

products Dairy work does qualify but the person cannot

work directly with cows.

What is the Difference Between Migrant & Seasonal Farmworker Families?

A Migrant Farmworker Family is a family that has changed

their residency in the past two years for the purpose of working in

agricultural activities Seasonal Farmworker Family is a

family who has maintained residency, but that

their primary income comes from work related to agriculture

What do I need to bring to have my child eligible for the

program? Current and past rent and/or utility bills in the family

name Any legal documentation showing the family's

residency for the past two years Your child's current immunization records

Proof of income for the past twelve months or past year, such as:

W-2 FormsPay Stubs

Verifiable written statements from employersCurrent Public Assistance Verification

And unearned income forms, such as Child Support, SSI,

Unemployment, Military Income, or Veteran's Benefits

Services Child Development & Health

◦ Early Childhood Education◦ Mental Health ◦ Health◦ Nutrition◦ Disabilities

Family & Community◦ Family ◦ Community

Program Design & Management◦ Fiscal◦ Human Resources◦ Governance◦ Transportation◦ Systems

Family & CommunityStaff help families to develop

goals to better their lives.

Assistance is provided in the referral process to aid

families with special needs.

Parents can participate in Policy Council, Home Visits, parent meetings, Health Services Advisory Committee and more.

Parents are encouraged to volunteer in and out of the center.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

COGNITIVE SKILLS

LITERACYGROSS MOTOR SKILLS

Early childhood education

FINE MOTOR SKILLS

Health ServicesHealthy habits like hand washing and tooth brushing are incorporated.

Screenings are provided to identify and prevent health problems.

The Case Manager assists the family with follow-up and finding resources if needed.

Parents are encouraged to be strong advocates for themselves, their family, and their community.

Children with DisabilitiesHSPS 1308.5 – “…actively locate

and recruit children with disabilities.

Required to meet 10% enrollment of children with disabilities

MSHS strives to reach agreements with LEA’s regarding summer services/referrals for children identified in the program

Nutrition ServicesChildren receive healthy meals and snacks throughout the day

I Am Moving I Am Learning: Proactive approach for addressing childhood obesity in Head Start children.

Color Me Healthy: Preschool curriculum. Provides fun, innovative, interactive learning opportunities on healthy eating and physical activity.

Family Style Meals: Children are encouraged to make his or her own food choices based on individual appetites and preferences.

Operation Schedules

Summer Programs

All 11 centers◦ May to November◦ Birth to 5 years◦ 10 hours per day◦ 5 days a week

Winter ProgramsFamily Literacy – Idaho

Falls◦ November to March◦ 8 hours a day◦ Parent Participation◦ 5 days a week

TANF – Caldwell◦ November to March◦ 15 preschool children◦ 6 hour program◦ 5 days a week

CurriculumsThe Creative CurriculumTransportation & Pedestrian

SafetyPersonal Safety – Talking About

TouchingCavity Free KidsI Am Moving I am Learning

Where are our Head Start Centers Located?

WeiserCaldwell (2)NampaMountain HomeHammett

Twin Falls, Burley, Aberdeen

RobertsIdaho Falls (2)

Referral FormWe will sending this form with the

family we refer to you agency.We ask that when you provide

services to the family, you sign and date it and send back with the family.

This form provides documentation that we are connecting families to community resources.

Migrant Seasonal Head Start CMT

West Idaho:◦ El Venadito Center Coordinator: Veronica Mang

815 E. 9th Education Coordinator: Adriana CornejoWeiser, ID 83672 Family Service Advocate: Maria Negrete(208) 549-1187(208) 414-3093 fax

◦ La Adelita Center Coordinator: Roseanna Sanchez22730 Farmway Rd. #112 Education Coordinator: Rolando AguirreCaldwell, ID  83605 Family Service Advocate: Nohemi Pena(208) 459-6536(208) 459-3140 fax

◦ El Meraco Center Regional Service Coordinator: Mary Rodriguez317 Happy Day Blvd. Education Coordinator: Claudia Ramirez/Joanna FrancisCaldwell Id 83607 Family Service Advocate: Josephina Perales/Maria SalasCaldwell, ID 83607208-454-1652

◦ 208-459-0416 Fax

Central Idaho El Arcoiris Center Coordinator: Maria Guitierrez

3505 Airbase Rd. Education Coordinator: Milagros VelaMt. Home, ID 83647 Family Service Advocate: Maria L. Juarez(208) 587-9171(208) 587-9354 fax

Jardin de los Niños Center Coordinator: Gabriella Arevalo8712 Old Hwy 30 Education Coordinator: Hammett, ID 83627 Family Service Advocate: Marisol Juarez(208) 366-2714 (208) 366-2730 fax

Felipe Cabral Center Coordinator: Marisela Lee1122 Washington St. So.      Education Coordinator: VacantTwin Falls, ID 83301 Family Service Advocate: Carmen Castillo(208) 734-9359 fax

Emiliano Zapata Center Coordinator: Rosa Castro1319 Normal Ave.Education Coordinator: Elvira CejaBurley, ID 83318 Family Service Advocate: Maria Magana(208) 678-3288(208) 677-3241 fax

East Idaho El Castillito Center Coordinator: Aide Sandoval

350 G. St.                Education Coordinator: Analilia SanchezIdaho Falls, ID 83402           Family Service Advocate: Maheli Cruz(208) 522-6236               (208) 524-5994 fax

La Estrellita Center Coordinator: Jessica Franck3491 West 81st North Education Coordinator: Laura Cortez/Maria MoralesIdaho Falls, ID 83402 Family Service Advocate: Irma Islas, Maria Ortega(208) 524-1339(208) 524-1352 fax

Manuel Cavazos Center Coordinator: Virginia AvilaPO Box 731 Education Coordinator: Blanca Nava555 South 4th East  Family Service Advocate: Veronica CarrilloAberdeen, ID 83210 (208) 397-4190(208) 397-4191 fax

Caritas de Angel Center Coordinator: Maria Ojeda653 North 2858 East Education Coordinator: Beatriz ChavezRoberts, ID 83444 Family Service Advocate: Lorena Reyes(208) 228-6048(208) 228-6176 fax

What we are asking of you?

What would you like from us?