About Head Start
We are happy to welcome you to Trumbull Community Action Program's Head Start Program. Head Start is a program for the whole family. We understand that you are the most important teacher in your child's life. If we can offer you one piece of advice, it would be read to your child. Read as often as possible.
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The staff recognizes the importance of balanced growth so they provide opportunities for mental, physical and emotional growth through a variety of creative experiences. Children are encouraged to learn and explore at their own speed in areas that interest them. We are pleased that you have chosen to include us in the growth and development of your children.
WHAT IS HEADSTART?
Head Start is a federal program authorized by the Improving Head Start for School Readiness Act of 2007. Head Start provides comprehensive child development, health, and social service programs for low-income families.
The goal of Head Start is to provide activities and programs that develop the social, cognitive, and emotional skills of children, while supporting their families’ well-being and development. Head Start is for children aged three to five years of age.
Our Philosophy & Goals
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Provide quality child development and family services for eligible children and families throughout Trumbull County.
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Implement a program which will increase the likelihood of success for Head Start children as they move into future educational and social experiences.
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Help parents identify and achieve goals that foster healthy, competent children, economic self-sufficiency, and appropriate use of community resources and services.
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Collaborate with other agencies and organizations to meet the goals of the program and advocate for the needs of families and children.
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Encourage parents to advocate on behalf of their own interests.
Partner with parents in creating a quality educational program for children and families.
WHAT YOU CAN DO FOR SUCCESS!
Parents can help their children enjoy learning by:
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Encourage children to listen
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Talking with them about everyday activities
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Limiting television watching
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Reading to them daily
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Looking at the papers they bring home
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Displaying their work at home
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Letting them assist you with household chores
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Listening to them
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Making learning fun
