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Administers Head Start, a comprehensive developmental preschool program for children. At the three center locations throughout McHenry County, open enrollment is available at any time and emphasis is on school readiness.

Also provided the following classes, parent training, health and dental screening, social services and a nutrition program.

Transportation may be available in certain areas For qualifying families.

Provides early childhood education services for children who may be at-risk for academic difficulty. Services also include a special education program that provides educational and related services for children with special needs. 

Provides special education programs and diagnostic services to children with disabilities. Services include school psychology, school social work, speech and language therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, audiological services, early childhood services, special education instruction, and vocational instructions.

Provides comprehensive classroom and home-based services to pregnant women and children birth to age five, including children with significant special needs.

CEFS Outreach offices do not serve the program; the program provides services from their own classroom/office locations. (See the notes in Coverage Area for more details.)

Head Start gives children, ages 3 and 4, the opportunity to grow and learn in a high quality early childhood setting. Head Start offers half-day, full-day, and homebased options.

Offers Early Learning year-round, full and part-time child care. 

Also provides before and After School: Childcare is offered before and/or after school times with the option for full-day care when schools are closed. Activities include recreation and games, arts and crafts, reading, music, and homework time.

Offers full and part-time childcare and preschool education. Services are available during both school year and summer. 

Offers an Early Head Start for children ages 3 and under. Parents are taught the stages of a child's development and activities they can do with their child to nurture her or his development. 

Provides inclusive day care for children of all abilities in a safe and supportive setting. Offers learning, play, and social activities with support for different needs. Provides help with communication, behavior, and daily skills. Offers trained staff and access to therapy services when needed.

Public education curriculum for K-12 students.

Preschool available for ages 3 and 4 years at David City and Bellwood.

Special education services for qualified students.

Family resource program to support parents in educating and nurturing their children. The program provides parents with opportunities to move toward self-sufficiency by working with other community organizations. Health and mental health services are also provided to participants.

Program helps parents better understand their child’s stages of development with individualized visits in the home. The weekly visits are 90 minutes in length and are designed to meet the needs of each family. Staff will assist families in planning activities that encourage the child’s growth. Social activities will be held twice monthly to provide the opportunity to interact with your child and other families.

Comprehensive child development program serving children 6 weeks to 3 years old.

Staff make visits to the homes of Early Head Start children to assist parents in meeting their family goals.

Parents have the opportunity to be part of a parent committee and/or to volunteer in the center.

Early Head Start provides educational activities through the High/Scope curriculum.

All diapers, wipes, baby food and formula needed during the day are provided free of charge.

Offers the education and support families need so every child is equipped for kindergarten through Early Childhood Education.

Provides early childhood education services (childcare and Pre-K), with a focus on the development of emotional and social skills and school readiness. Services are available at two sites.