KinderStart Program

KinderStart

Head Start children learn about Kindergarten by visiting their new school and riding a school bus KinderStart provides services in partnership with families who have kindergarten age children who have completed Head Start. Our goal is to support children and families as they transition into the school system.

Program Features:
For Families -

Assistance with kindergarten registration and other school forms

School information

Kindergarten readiness activities for children who are five but not in kindergarten

Advocacy, information and referrals

Home visits

Informative mailings

For Schools -

Transfer Head Start records for kindergarten
Collaborate with school staff regarding transition for children and families
On-going communication between school staff and KinderStart staff

For Head Start -

Transfer Head Start records to other Head Start programs
Staff assistance in Head Start classrooms

"Great support system! Good way to focus on my child's education while connecting to the community." - KinderStart parent