Head Start programs help all participating children succeed. They are required to serve children with special needs, such as physical and developmental delays or homelessness. Head Start and Early Head Start programs must follow many federal requirements. Depending on the rules in your state, these programs may or may not be required to be licensed in addition to meeting federal requirements. You can learn more about these programs by visiting the Head Start website. You can also find out if you are eligible for services.
The online program locator is available to help you find a program in your area. Once you find a local program, you can contact the program to learn more about how to apply for Head Start services. Ask about the programs hours and if the program is available in the summer. HHS operates ten regional offices throughout the United States. Additionally, OHS can award collaboration grants and start up grants. The Minnesota Legislature provides supplementary state funds for Head Start Programs in the biennial budget.
Minnesota supplementary funds may be used to fund innovative initiatives as described in state statute. The Minnesota Legislature has passed statutes requiring MDE to appropriate State supplemental funds to federally designated Head Start agencies to expand services and serve more children.
MDE allocates state funds at a per child rate equal to its federally funded base level. MDE must notify each program of its initial allocation and how the money must be used. The program must also present a plan to MDE on how the program will utilize the funds. According to the federal process, any organization that wants to receive Head Start funding must submit an application to OHS. Practically speaking, applications are only accepted with new funds are available or there is an open competition for existing grants.
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