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Picayune School District Head Start Programs

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Early Head Start Center-Based (Ages Birth – 3 years)

Early Head Start Center-Based (Ages Birth – 3 years)

Early Head Start is a federally funded, community-based program for families. This program is available for pregnant women and children (Birth through 3 years of age). Families are selected according to federal income guidelines.

EHS applications are accepted all year long!  You must complete an application to be considered for enrollment. Stop by with the required documentation (see below) and meet with either the ERSEA Coordinator or one of our Family Advocates to complete an application. CLICK HERE TO VIEW OUR PROGRAM BROCHURE!

Required Documentation:

Eligibility:

  • Children from birth – 3 years of age
  • Pregnant women/teens
  • Income at or below the federal poverty guidelines
  • Child is homeless or in foster care
  • Children with disabilities

Required Documentation:

  • Proof of birth or pregnancy
  • Proof of Income
  • Immunizations (MS Form 121)
  • Social Security card
  • Medical Insurance card
  • Child’s age-appropriate check-up
  • A modern building with a covered entrance and several parked cars in the lot.
  • A light-colored building with red brick accents and a covered walkway.
  • A modern playground with colorful equipment and large shade structures.
  • Adults and young children are gathered around a table, engaged in a craft activity with colorful markers and paper shapes.
  • A young child paints a colorful ocean scene on paper, displayed on a wall.
  • Children gather around a clear container labeled 'Bug' to observe a green insect.
  • Three men walk down a brightly lit hallway decorated with colorful paper cutouts.
  • Two men in uniform walk down a brightly lit hallway with an exit sign visible.
  • A man in a striped shirt helps a young child step off a yellow school bus.
  • A jungle-themed classroom with vine decorations and animal cutouts.
  • A brightly decorated classroom with toys, tables, and a crib.
  • A brightly lit classroom with colorful toys, books, and learning materials.
  • A firefighter shows a young child a nozzle on the side of a fire truck.
  • A young child with a pink bow interacts with an educational game on a large touchscreen display.
  • Children dressed as characters from The Wizard of Oz listen to a story in a classroom.

EHS Rosa Site Teachers

EHS Nicholson Site Teachers