Learn More About New Head Start Program In Molino

August 3, 2014

Parents and guardians are invited to learn more about the new Head Start center in Molino during a program Monday evening. An informational session will be held in room 124 of the Molino Community Center at 6 p.m.

Head Start provides education and family programming for children ages three to five. To be eligible, families must qualify according to federal income guidelines or have a child with a diagnosed disability. Children must be age three or four by September 1, 2014.

Head Start is currently completing renovations at the old Molino Elementary School next to the library. The new center is expected to open at the same time or soon after the 2014-2015 school year begins for Escambia County Schools on August 18. Student drop off will begin at 7:45 a.m. with pick up at 1 p.m., Monday through Friday. Limited transportation is available.

A home-based program, Early Head Start, is also available for pregnant women and children from birth to 36 months.

To register for Head Start or Early Head Start,  the following information is needed:

  • Child’s birth certificate or proof of pregnancy
  • Proof of residence
  • Social security card
  • Proof of income
  • Insurance/Medicaid

Anyone interested in learning more about Head Start and Early Head Start may call  (850) 432-2992 ext. 437. In Escambia County, Head Start is a part of the Community Action Program Committee, Inc. (CAPC).

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Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under News