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Our educational program consists of several integrated curriculum pieces:
                  Scholastic Early Childhood Program
                  Language Enrichment and Activities Program (LEAP)
                  Math/Science Pilot Program (MSPP)
                  Learning Activities for the Young Child
                  Mental Wellness Plan

Scholastic is a year-long, state-adopted pre-kindergarten curriculum that teaches critical skills essential for school success  Although the Scholastic curriculum adequately addresses pre-literacy skills, we blend in LEAP activities, which has proven great success since its inception in the early 90s.

We are now in year three of our Math/Science Pilot Program and results from the year two were very encouraging. We plan to expand the program to all classrooms in the next couple of years.

Learning Activities for the Young Child generates individual learning in the seven areas of development measured by LAP-R, our assessment tool. Learning activity cards focus on a specific skill and use associated materials and activities to encourage learning.

Teachers supplement all of the above with I Am Amazing and Second Step, educational programs promoting health, safety and self-esteem; and the Mental Wellness Plan, an activity guide developed by Head Start staff that promotes a positive self-image and attitude toward others.

The Education Services Director and three Family Services Coordinators coordinate the transition of children into Early Head Start or Head Start and from Head Start to kindergarten.

If you would like to learn more about our Education services, please email Kathryn McCartney, Education Services Director or call 972.283.6443.