We Provide High-Quality Educational Experience 

The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the State of Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) fund the program. 

HHS and MDE set guidelines and rules by which all Minnesota Head Start programs operate. Since 1988, Minnesota has contributed state funding to expand Head Start services.

What is Head Start-Early Head Start?

The goal of Head Start is to provide children experiences that allow them to grow and learn, ensure their success in school and create the foundation for success in life. 

Early Head Start (EHS) serves infants, toddlers and pregnant women; its goal is to promote healthy prenatal outcomes for pregnant women, enhance the development of very young children and promote healthy family functioning. 

Children enrolled in Head Start make new friends and increase their social skills by building self-esteem and confidence. Head Start helps children start school and prepare for success.