Merced County Head Start
Head Start is a Federal program that promotes the school readiness of children from birth to age five from low-income families by enhancing their cognitive, social and emotional development.
How to Apply
Find answers to your questions about the steps to enroll your child in a Head Start program.
Locations
Find information and addresses for Head Start sites at locations throughout Merced County.
Referrals
Please use the referral form for any child being referred to Head Start/Early Head Start
About Head Start Program
- Who We Are
- What We Do
- Child Development
- Health
- Family and Community Partnerships
- Parent Education
- Children with Exceptional Needs
- Service Models
- Mental Health Services
- MCOE Head Start Resource Guide
Who We Are
What We Do
Child Development
Health
Family and Community Partnerships
Parent Education
Children with Exceptional Needs
Service Models
Mental Health Services
MCOE Head Start Resource Guide
This website is supported by Grant Number 09CH012639-01-00 from the Office of Head Start within the Administration for Children and Families, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Neither the Administration for Children and Families nor any of its components operate, control, are responsible for, or necessarily endorse this website (including, without limitation, its content, technical infrastructure, and policies, and any services or tools provided). The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed are those of Merced County Office of Education and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Administration for Children and Families and the Office of Head Start.
CONTACT
Crystal Bittendender
Program Operations Specialist
(209) 381-5170 Ext. 6903