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Senator Richard T. Moore reads to WCAC Head Start children
Senator Richard T. Moore reads to WCAC Head Start children on March 28, 2011 as part of his Listening Tour. The Senator also visited the WCAC's Oxford Head Start site during spring 2011. |
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 WCAC Head Start children ready for the cold dressed in new winter coats, mittens and hats generously donated through the agency's 3rd Annual "Clothe A Child Coat Drive" spearheaded by National Grid. See January's
Donor of the Month for a full list of all donors who contributed to keeping children warm this winter. |
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Head Start is a preschool program that provides services to low income families. The Worcester Community Action Council's Head Start program for 227 families is located in Southern Worcester County. The center-based programs provide limited transportation, two meals and snack, health and nutrition services, and the opportunity to learn in developmentally appropriate classrooms. During the 2011-2012 school year, one classroom in Southbridge, and one classroom in Millbury will operate as full-day models. |
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| They will be in session from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. In addition, three classrooms located in Southbridge, a classroom in Spencer and three classrooms in Oxford will operate a traditional half-day program. |
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Early Head Start
The Early Head Start Program operates a home-based model serving 48 families in Southern Worcester County and a child care option in collaboration with the Tri-Community YMCA for 12 families in need of childcare.
The focus of this model is to involve the parent or the primary care giver in the education of their child.
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Parents are encouraged to become involved in both programs through attending workshops and trainings and volunteering in a number of positions including parent committees and policy council.
For further information please call 508-765-4738. |
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