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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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