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McPherson County Head Start
128 North Park
McPherson KS 67460
620-241-9590
Kalin Koehn, director
McPherson County Head Start is a federally funded program for
economically disadvantaged children, ages 3 to 5, and their families.

To qualify:

  • The family must live within the boundaries of Smoky Valley USD 400, McPherson USD 418, Canton/Galva USD, Moundridge USD 423, or Inman USD 448;
  • meet federal include guidelines; and
  • the child must be at least three years old by August 31.

Enrollment
To enroll, you must provide a copy of your child's birth certificate, immunization records, social security card, and medical card. Proof of family income is also needed to meet eligibility requirements.

Applications are accepted throughout the school year. If no opening exists, the new student's name will be placed on a waiting list. As openings occur, new students may begin at any time during the school year.

Health


Children are required to have a physical exam and up to date immunizations upon enrollment in Head Start. Children without insurance or a medical card will receive these health services free of charge.

Social Services
Parents are given the information about services available in the community. Head Start will then act as an advocate for the family to obtaining needed services.

Education

Children succeed in Head Start by participating in activities which are developmentally appropriate for the individual child.

Children attend either morning or afternoon classes in McPherson. Classes are held Monday through Thursday during the school year.

Children may be eligible for free busing to and from Head Start.

Children who attend the morning session receive breakfast and lunch. Afternoon children receive lunch and a snack. There is no charge for these meals or snack.

Parent Involvement
Parents have the opportunity to serve on committees, attend meetings and help make decisions regarding the Head Start program. Parents are encouraged to serve as classroom volunteers whenever possible, and also to accompany the class on field trips throughout the year.

Income Guidelines
Size of Family
Annual Income*
1

$ 8,350
2

11,250
3

14,150
4

17,050
5

19,950
6

22,850
7

25,750
8

28,650

* Subject to change.

 
 
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Headstart  Policy and Procedure Handbook
 

McPherson Unified School District 418
514 N. Main
McPherson, KS 67460
Office: 620-241-9400 Fax: 620-241-9410
It is the policy of McPherson USD 418 not to discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race,
religion, color, age, or national origin in its educational programs and/or activities, nor in its employment practices.

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