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Head Start

Head Start is a preschool program that provides services to low income families. The Worcester Community Action Council’s Head Start program for 210 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 2007-2008 school year, one classroom in Oxford, three classrooms in Southbridge, one classroom in Rochdale, and one classroom in Millbury will operate as a full-day models.

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 two classrooms in Oxford will operate a traditional half-day program.

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.

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.

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