VISION STATEMENT
BCMW Head Start’s mission is to engage and prepare low income children and families for success in school and throughout life by providing opportunities, experiences, resources and advocacy. We respect all individuals and believe they deserve a chance to reach their full potential.
We empower
the whole heart,
the whole child,
the whole family
to reach their
full potential.
BCMW Head Start Pre-Registration Form
Bond, Clinton, Marion, Washington & Franklin Counties
BCMW Head Start/Early Head Start
Come Join our Team
MISSION STATEMENT
ELIGIBILITY
* Children ages 3 to 5 years old (age 5 eligible only if birthday is after September 1st)
* Family meets income guidelines.
* Foster children, regardless of income.
* Special Need Children regardless of their income (Limited number of available slots)
* Automatic Placement for Homeless Children.
COST
BCMW Head Start is a federally funded program, so there is NO COST to qualifying families.
YOUR VISIT
Documents needed for appointment · Certified Birth Certificate and Proof of Income. Please also bring these items if you have them: proof of insurance/medical card, current physical or well-baby check-up, and immunization records.
Income documentation can include: TANF/SNAP or SSI letter, tax return, pay stubs, etc.
PROGRAM OPTIONS:
CENTER BASE - FULL DAY is an all day (7 hours), Monday thru Thursday program. Nap time is scheduled in the daily routine. Centers are located in Centralia, Benton, Breese, Mulkeytown, & Salem.
TRANSPORTATION is now provided by SOUTH CENTRAL TRANSIT. Each bus is staffed with at least one bus monitor, a licensed bus driver and is equipped with child safety vests. The bus route is used as an additional learning opportunity for children.
PROGRAM SERVICES:
EDUCATION
Screenings, observations, and parent input are utilized to create an individual learning plan for each child in the following areas:
· Physical Development
· Speech and Language
· Self Help Skills
· Cognitive Skills
· Social & Emotional Skills
· Development/Literacy
· Field Trips
· Technology
PARENT ENGAGEMENT FAMILY SERVICES
Available Parent Involvement: Parent/Child Activities, Parent Meetings, Policy Council, Male Involvement, Volunteering in Classroom and Parent-Teacher Conferences
· Encouraging and Empowering Parents
· Advocating for Families
· Working with Family Goals
· Providing Literacy & Education
· Referrals to Community Resources
· Open Door Policy and Special Days
TRANSITION
Our goal is to collaborate with school districts and early intervention programs to promote a smooth transition for children and families in the Head Start Program and the public school system. Kindergarten activities, workshops and kindergarten visits are a planned part of transitioning for children and families.
HEALTH
The importance of early identification of health problems is emphasized by the Head Start Nurse. A complete health care program including referrals, medical, dental, nutritional and mental health services are available to enrolled families. Health Requirements are:
Current Physical
TB Skin Test Result
Lead Screening Results
Current Hemoglobin/Hematocrit
Current Dental
Contact our Health Services Staff at 545-0180 ext. 1203 or 1309 for any questions.
NUTRITION
Nutritionally balanced meals are served daily and includes breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack.
SPECIAL SERVICES
Early Intervention screenings given to identify any delays or concerns; Individualized Educational goals or health services are provided to address a child’s needs.
Contact Special Education/Social – Emotional Development Manager for more information at 545-0180 ext. 1307.
We empower the whole heart, the whole child, the whole family to reach their full potential.
BCMW Head Start Program
RECRUITMENT
Program Enrollment in all 5 counties.
Please call Angie, at 618-532-4890, ext. #144 for more information.