Head Start of Rockland
Preschool & Early Childhood Education since 1964
Nutrition, Health, Family & Social Services
History
Since starting with reading books to children and attracting them with Tootsie Rolls in 1964, Head Start of Rockland has become the leader in development and provision of preschool and early childhood education for children from low income families in Rockland County, as well as supportive health, nutrition and social services for children and their families. Head Start of Rockland has grown from one site to five sites and several contract sites and serves as the grantee for all federal funds earmarked to Head Start in Rockland County.
Head Start of Rockland is committed to excellence in early childhood education for children most in need and to serving a multitude of cultures and communi-ties, e.g., African-American, Hispanic, Orthodox Jewish, etc. Head Start is participating in standardized testing to measure outcomes and success of its programs, while creating a “Where Are They Now” program to find its graduates living and working in Rockland County and the tri-state region.
Mission
The mission of Head Start of Rockland is to provide opportunities for families and children to learn and grow in order to optimize their potential.
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