Need tuition-free preschool and early childhood education? We have a solution for that.
Head Start and Early Head Start are resources for families to gain access to early childhood education services.
CONTACT US TO APPLY
Providing families with the necessary tools and compassionate support they need to move forward successfully is what we do. Our educators and engagement teams partner with parents and caregivers to provide families with ongoing support and assistance in establishing goals, working to achieve economic stability, and giving them a good foundation for being their child’s first and most important teacher. Through home-based and center-based programs, we are able to meet the needs of families.
Eligibility
Children prenatal to age 3 are eligible for Early Head Start which offers two options:
- Home visits for pregnant women, infants, and children up to age 3 after which they may transition to a Head Start Center.
- Center-based programs at an Early Head Start center is provided to children with parents who receive parenting support through home visits.
Children age 3 to 5 are eligible for Head Start, a preschool and pre-K program that prepares them for kindergarten.
Families of all income levels are encouraged to apply with enrollment based on a point system determined by our application process. Criteria for the system include:
- Child with disability
- Foster child
- Families facing hardship
- Teen parent
- Child with low birth weight
- Child or parent with home language other than English
- Either parent not completed high school
- Child or parent qualifies for free or reduced lunch
- Other qualifying factors - Contact us to see if you may qualify
What You Need to Apply
- Immunization Records
- Birth Certificate
- Proof of Income
- If applicable, Medicaid/Insurance Number
What Are the Benefits?
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Children ReceiveA safe and nurturing learning environment.
Breakfast and lunch for preschool and pre-K programs.
Social skill development including following directions, and working and playing individually and with others.
Language skill development by listening and asking questions.
Development of a good self-concept and respect for others.
Fun field trips in and around the community. -
Families ReceiveOpportunities for active involvement in your child’s education and in the operation of programs.
Offers for comprehensive health screenings for their children – physical, dental, vision, hearing, speech, developmental and social screenings, and immunizations.
Support that connects them to community resources. Educational opportunities for parents and childcare providers including nutritional education. -
Communities ReceiveOpportunities to build partnerships with local service providers and civic organizations.
A return of federal dollars to the community.
A strengthening of the next generation.
Opportunities for businesses and individuals to assist children and families by volunteering and supporting the local Head Start Center.
Center Locations
CENTRAL NEBRASKA COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP PROVIDES HIGH-QUALITY, DUAL-GENERATION EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SERVICES TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES LIVING IN POVERTY.
Head Start and Early Head Start Programs is sponsored by Central Nebraska Community Action Partnership
CNCAP is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. People with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information should contact the Agency (state or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800)877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at: http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complain_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866)632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202)690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
