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Head Start is recruiting for the
2008-2009 program year!

Please contact us today to find out if there is an opening in a center near you!
Call Toll-free 866-808-0260

Head Start offers quality preschool learning. We have proven success in promoting the growth and development of three and four year old children, including children with special needs.

Parent testimonials:
"All my children have gone to Head Start and learned to love school."
"We trust the staff with our son. He really enjoys school and is eager to learn."

Frequently Asked Questions

Comprehensive Services Include:

  • Early Childhood Education - Individualized Instruction with Parent Input
  • Health and Nutrition - Meals and Snacks are Served
  • Special Needs/Early Intervention
  • Social Services
  • Mental Health
  • Bilingual Services
  • Parent Education and Involvement
  • Transition to Kindergarten
  • Family Advocacy/Referral
  • Transportation
  • Connections to Other Community Resources

How to Apply:

You will need to supply the following information (Eligibility is based on household income and child's age):

  • Child Immunizations
  • child Age Verification
  • Proof of Income such as:
    • pay stubs, taxes, employer statement
    • public assistance grant letter (such as TANF/MFIP or SSI.

Head Start Application
(PDF Document - requires Acrobat Reader)

Head Start Centers occasionally will have openings during the year from time to time. For more information, stop by or call the Semcac Contact Center located nearest you or call: 866-808-0260!

Dodge County
104 1st St. NW, Box 366
Dodge Center, MN 55927
Phone: (507) 374-6401
Fax: (507) 374-2555

Mower County
301 N. Main, Lower Level
Austin, MN 55912
Phone: (507) 433-5889
Fax: (507) 437-8419

Fillmore County
108 Fillmore Place, Box 5
Preston, MN 55965
Phone: (507) 765-2761
Fax:(507) 765-2169

Steele County
545 Dunnell Drive
Owatonna, MN 55060
Phone: (507) 451-7134
Fax: (507) 451-7210

Houston County
138 E. Main
Caledonia, MN 55921
Phone: (507) 725-3677
Fax: (507) 725-5790

Winona County
165 E. 4th St. Suite 100
Winona, MN 55987
Phone: (507) 452-8396
Fax: (507) 452-8445