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We’re Here to Serve You.

Akron Head Start has been serving children and families in Washington County since 1992.  The goal of the program is to help children develop the social capabilities that they will need to succeed in school and in life.  We also provide services in the areas of health, family services, education, parent involvement and disabilities.  Head Start is a family-centered program and we believe that parents are their child’s main teacher.

Blue Teachers

BLUE ROOM

Our 3 year old newbies

The blue classroom is our three-year-old room. Most children in this classroom are just turning three and this is their first preschool experience. These children spend most of their time learning to play with friends, following the rules and a daily schedule, and working on their self-help skills.

Teacher: Annika Kautz

 

Green Teachers

GREEN ROOM

Not quite old enough for kindergarten

The green classroom in our pre-transition room. This classroom is for children who have had a year of preschool, have been to a daycare setting, or are not quite old enough for kindergarten the next year. This classroom works with children to continue their learning on social-emotion skills and prepare them for the transition classroom.

Teacher: Sarah Twiss

Pink Teachers

PINK ROOM

Prepping for kindergarten

The pink classroom is our transition room. Most children in this classroom will transition to kindergarten the next fall. Children will spend more time in the afternoons working on school readiness skills to help them prepare for kindergarten.

Teacher: Randa Richie

3 Ways to Apply:

1. Online application - Click here to get started
Fill out the application and the Education Manager will contact you for the next steps.

2. Print/Fill out a PDF application - Click here to download
Print and fill out the application, then give us a call to make an appointment - bring your filled application to your appointment.

3. Walk in - Call (970) 345-2695 to set up an appointment.

    Just a reminder we are an income-based program.

    Our school year starts in August and runs till May. Our school days start at 7:45 a.m. and end at 3:30 pm. Monday through Thursday. We mostly follow the Akron School District with the exception of a few different holidays/meeting dates.

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    Hours of Operation:

    Monday 7:45 am - 3:30 pm
    Tuesday 7:45 am - 3:30 pm
    Wednesday 7:45 am - 3:30 pm
    Thursday 7:45 am - 3:30  pm