HEAD START | NORTHEAST IOWA COMMUNITY ACTION CORPORATION (NEICAC)
The Head Start program is a full day, full week preschool experience for low-income and disabled children 3-5 years old. The Head Start approach addresses the educational, health, nutrition, social, mental health and literacy needs of the children. Children participate in activities that promote motor, language, social/emotional, cognitive skills, literacy, science and math. All classrooms provide an inclusive environment for children with disabilities. Nutritious breakfast, lunch and snack are provided daily through the CACFP program and Head Start partners with Northeast Iowa Food and Fitness to help children and families learn about healthy, local foods.
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Physical Address
134 West Greene Street, Postville, IA 52162
Hours
Mon 8 am - 4:30 pm; Tue 8 am - 3 pm; Wed 8 am - 4:30 pm; Thu 8 am - 3 pm; Fri 8 am - 3 pm;
Voice
Voice
Website
Application process
Apply online or call one of the Family Services offices to apply by phone
Fee
None
Required documents
A Family Services Specialist will contact applicant upon completion of the application to discuss next steps including income verification, child physical, immunization records, etc.
Eligibility
Children ages of 3-5, household income must be at or below the designated Federal Poverty Level
Languages
English, Spanish
Service area
Waukon, Iowa Postville, Iowa Waverly, Iowa Elkader, Iowa Oelwein, Iowa Guttenberg, Iowa Decorah, Iowa Monona, Iowa New Hampton, Iowa Cresco, Iowa West Union, Iowa Monona, Iowa
Agency info
NORTHEAST IOWA COMMUNITY ACTION CORPORATION (NEICAC)
Provides support and services to improve the stability and quality of life for individuals and families with limited resources.