Overview of Program

What is Head Start?

Head Start is a federally funded program designed to meet the needs of economically challenged pre-school children and families. The program emphasizes the social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth of the child.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Tuskegee-Macon County Head Start Program is to empower parents to become advocates for their children, families and communities, and to promote life-long learning and individual development.

Philosophy

The Tuskegee-Macon County Head Start Program believes that each child is unique and is entitled to an individualized, guided educational experience in a safe learning environment. Head Start believes that the human spirit is nurtured when parents and children are engaged together in the learning process. Head Start believes that when economically challenged families are provided with health, nutrition and social services, their financial stability and quality of life will improve. Head Start believes that when resources such as training, educational opportunities, job placement and community partnerships are provided, families and children are further empowered to succeed!