Head Start Association - Idaho

The Idaho Head Start Association is a private non-profit entity that represents 13 Head Start programs across Idaho, catering to 4,000 children. Governed by a Board of Governors, Head Start is a nationwide preschool initiative aimed at low-income children and their families. In Idaho, Head Start centers are managed by various Grantee Programs, including local non-profits, American Indian Tribes, Community Action Partnerships, local colleges, school districts, and the Migrant and Seasonal Head Start. The services provided are free of charge, requiring verification of income, child's birth date, and immunization records. **Supportive services offered by Head Start include Social Services, Parent Involvement, Nutrition, Mental Health, Health, Education focusing on Language and Literacy, support for Disabilities, Dental care, Transportation, and Family support and counseling.** Additionally, Head Start runs Early Head Start Programs for low-income families with children from prenatal to age 3. **Migrant Head Start provides a summer program for families of migrant and seasonal workers with children aged 0-6 years. Services are available in English.**

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