A Little History Directions to Apollo ELL Full Day Kindergarten Head Start Lunch Menus MERLIN (Gifted) Mochas with Marla Preschool SAGE (HighlyCapable) School Hours Special Education Students&Staff Test Scores TAG Team

Head Start Head Start is a family development program that provides many FREE services to eligible children and their families.  Head Start is funded by the United States Government. For KIDS For FAMILIES Preschool Support Services Hot Meals & Snacks Parenting Education Field Trips Family Activities Health Screening Volunteer Program Bus Transportation in Many Areas Job Training Opportunities Who is Eligible? Families receiving public assistance grants and children in foster care are eligible, as are many parents with limited incomes who are working or in school.  Children enrolled in the Head Start program at Apollo must be four years old by August 31.  Head Start does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, sex, age or mental/sensory/physical disability. What Services Are Provided? Education Preschool experience geared to the individual child Activities which build self-esteem, social skills, and physical skills Atmosphere which celebrates diversity Developmental screenings Small classes Health and Nutrition Nutritious family-style meals Medical, dental, vision and hearing screenings Health and nutrition education for children and families Family Support Parent groups and classes Information and referrals to community agencies Opportunities for personal growth, empowerment and leadership Job training and employment programs