Address
212 West 4th Street
East Stroudsburg PA 18301-1419
Contact Phone
(570) 421-2711
Details
Monroe County Head Start serves 188 pre-school children (low income) and their families in 12 classrooms at 4 centers. Head Start provides comprehensive services to all enrolled children. Applications for 2011-2012 Registration will be accepted for all locations. Call 570-421-2711 for information.
Who is Eligible?
Children who are 3 to 5 years old are eligible for Head Start services. Pregnant women and
children from birth to 3 years of age are eligible for Early Head Start services. Children and
families who are homeless, in foster care, or receive TANF or SSI are also eligible for
services. Eligibility is determined by Head Start program staff and some families may be
eligible for services if they are determined to be at or below the federal poverty level. Some
grantees enroll a percentage of children from families with incomes above the Poverty Guidelines
as well.
Families are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Eligibility/Apply
Eligibility
Monroe County Residency
Meet family income requirements
Application Process
Parents fill out Pre-Registration Form
If you qualify, PSFC sends you a letter with an appointment date
During your interview the application is completed
Please bring the following documents with you to your appointment:
Your child’s birth certificate
Social Security Numbers for everyone in the household
Your child’s immunization record
Your child’s medical insurance card
Your child’s physical (within the past 12 months)
Information pertaining to other services your child may be receiving (including: WIC, Easter Seals, IU20)
If receiving Food Stamps bring confirmation letter from DPW.
Income verification for ALL sources of income in the PAST 12 MONTHS
PSFC reviews your file and available slots are awarded on a points system. You will be notified of PSFC’s decision, start date, or waiting list slot.
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