Orange County Government
Head Start Division
MEDIA ADVISORY

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   
Contact: Almellia S. Brown
Program Manager, 407-836-7409                                           

Orange County FL: The following is a Public Service Announcement concerning the Orange County Head Start program.  We are requesting your assistance to inform the local community of our recruitment effort.  We appreciate your free service to the community.

Will your child be ready?

Will your child be ready for kindergarten?  Why not give your child a Head Start?  Orange County Head Start is currently accepting applications at all centers for the 2009-2010 school year.  Head Start is a Federal program for preschool children from low-income families that promotes school readiness by enhancing their cognitive, social and emotional development.  Children who attend Head Start participate in a variety of educational activities that support children's growth in language, literacy, mathematics, science, creative arts, and physical skills.  Program services include nutritional meals, access to medical and dental health services as well as mental health and disabilities services.  Family development services include parent involvement, goal setting and case management.

To be eligible a child must be three years of age by September 1, 2009, reside in Orange County, and the family must meet income guidelines established by the Federal government.  Parents need to bring the following items to register their child: a copy of the child's birth certificate, parent's photo identification, proof of residency, the child's current Medicaid card or health insurance card, Social Security cards for the whole family, and proof of household income from all sources for the past 12 months. 

Services are free to those who qualify.  For more information and to locate the center in your area to schedule an appointment please call the Head Start Administrative Office at 407-836-6590.

Don't delay; give your child a Head Start today!
 

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