Head Start

Head Start Program

Head Start is a federally funded program designed primarily for low-income families:

Extended Day Program at Wakefield (6 hours)

Items required to complete an application:

• All children 3-5 years of age with documented Special Needs are encouraged to apply.
• TUSD does not provide transportation services for Head Start.
• Transportation referrals will be provided upon request. 
• Part-day program (3.5 hours per day)
• Child’s birth documentation (and birth documentation for all children in household)
• Child’s immunization record, physical, dental and primary physician information
• Family Income Verification—bring all that apply
• TANF Passport to Services/Notice of Action
• SSI, Disability, Unemployment, Child Support
• 2016 Income Tax Form showing all members in household
• If working, current month’s worth of paycheck stubs (must be consecutive)
• Student Aid grants/scholarships