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Ready to Join the Head Start Family?
Region 16 Head Start provides high-quality early education, meals, and family support at no cost to eligible families across the Texas Panhandle. We're here to guide you through every step of enrollment to make applying simple and stress-free.
Ways to Qualify
Income Eligibility: Your household income meets federal guidelines based on your family size.
Public Assistance: Your family receives SNAP (food stamps), TANF, or SSI benefits.
Foster Care: Children experiencing foster care automatically qualify, regardless of family income.
Housing Status: Families experiencing homelessness or staying in temporary housing.
Note: Children with a diagnosed disability or special needs are eligible regardless of income.
3 Steps to Apply
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Submit an Application: Complete the application or contact us directly to get started.
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Document Review: Our team will work with you to gather basic records and determine your eligibility.
- Child Records: Proof of age and immunization records
- Financial and Assistance Records: Proof of income (tax return or current income) or proof of public assistance (TANF, SSI, SNAP)
- Specialized Care: Child's disability documentation (if applicable)
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Welcome to Class: Once approved, we'll match your child to a nearby Head Start center and help your family prepare for the first day.
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We're Here to Help
Whether you have questions about eligibility or need help gathering paperwork, our team is here to help!