Strong Children. Strong Families. Strong Futures.
One of the many benefits of an early education at Head Start is that it prepares children for success in school. Region 19 Head Start ‘s innovative learning environments provides children with high-quality education and an academic experience that inspires a lifelong love for learning.
Children who attend Head Start are more likely to enter kindergarten with the skills they need to succeed and are more likely to graduate from high school and attend college.
In addition to academic benefits, Head Start provides children with health screenings, dental exams, disabilities and mental health services, and nutrition services.
Head Start parents and families also receive empowering professional, academic, employment, and community support services to help them become strong, confident leaders of their families. By addressing the needs of the whole family, Head Start helps to break the cycle of poverty and promote long-term success.
An early education at Head Start is an invaluable experience that provides a range of benefits to children and families. Investing in early childhood education and families ensure all children have the chance to reach their full potential.