HEAD START
Head Start began in 1965 as part of President Lyndon Johnson's "War on Poverty". Federally funded by the United States Department of Health and Human Services, this early childhood program for income eligible and special needs pre-school children and their families provides comprehenive services in the areas of early childhood education, health, and family and community partnerships. Both center-based and home-based options are available.

Parents are a child's first teacher and have the longest lasting influence on their lives; therefore, parent involvement is a vital part of the program. Families with children ages three to five are encouraged to apply anytime throughout the year. Families whose children have special needs are also encouraged to apply.

Research shows that Head Start produces long term benefits and significant cost savings by reducing grade retentions, school dropouts, delinquency, substance abuse, and referrals to special education.

CAP Services provides Head Start services in Marquette, Portage, Waupaca, and Waushara counties.

TWO HEAD START PROGRAM OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE.

HEAD START OFFERS:

• Early Childhood Education with a Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum
• Health and Nutrition
• Special Needs Services
• Quality Child Care
• Parent Involvement
• Family Development
• Community Partnerships
• Transportation

HEAD START CENTERS are located in Marquette, Portage, Waupaca, and Waushara counties. For a description of the services offered at a specific center, click on the photo for that center.
Montello Early Learning Center 383 E. Montello Street Montello, WI 53949	Family Development Child Care Center 1640 West River Drive Stevens Point, WI 54481
Wautoma Early Learning Center 205 East Main Street, Suite 42 Wautoma, WI 54982	Dellwood Early Learning Center 238 N. Harriet Street Clintonville, WI 54929
New London Head Start 709 W. Pine Street New London, WI 54961	Waupaca Child Development Center 101 Tower Road, Suite 2 Waupaca, WI 54981