Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Acceptance is based on Income Guidelines, but special circumstances can be considered.
Registration: Open registration on walk-in basis, Monday-Friday, 9:00-11:00& 1:30-3:00, at 1811 Elmdale Avenue, Junction City. Call 238-1042 if you have questions.
Proof of family income – LES, W-2, Income Tax form.
NO COST to those who qualify---federally funded program.
Ages: Must be 3 or 4 by August 31 of current school year. The Head Start School Year for 2003-2004 will be September 3, 2003 to May 27, 2004.
No requirement for toilet training. Children cannot be turned away if they qualify.
Curriculum is play-based, and focuses on Kindergarten readiness.
Early Head Start grant has been applied for; it is a program for pregnant women and children ages 0-3. Can inquire about this program.
Fort Riley children currently comprise 45% of the Geary County Head Start Program.
Full-Time Program: (for those who work or attend school full-time):
Dotson Child Care Center, Junction City
Half-day Program:
Morning:
8:30 to 12:00 AM
Afternoon:
12:00 to 3:30 PM
1 class - Jefferson Elementary, Fort Riley
2 classes - Washington Elementary, Junction City
4 classes - Heim Early Child Center, Junction City
3 classes - Dotson Child Care Center
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