Head Start
Early Beginnings For A Lifetime of Learning
HRDC Head Start is a federally funded program that implements education, health and parent involvement into a secure, productive environment.
Services are provided to qualifying low-income families within Allegany County. Families of children ages 3 to 4 years old receive comprehensive preschool opportunities including components focusing on health, nutrition, education, disability services, parent involvement, medical and social services. The emphasis is on the total family – not just the children.
HRDC Head Start of Allegany County is devoted to making a difference in our community by offering comprehensive child and family development services. Our mission is to create a nurturing environment for children, educational experiences that promote school readiness and a strong foundation that allows both the children and their families the opportunity to recognize his/her potential.
Operating Monday-Friday, offering half day services (8 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.) and full day services (7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.)
Special Services Offered:
- Education provided by qualified, knowledgeable Early Childhood Education teachers
- Nutrition and health screenings implemented by board certified health care professionals
- Family support services provided by experienced, educated Family Services professionals
- Referrals made to those requesting Job Training Services
- Transportation provided at many Head Start centers
- Meals and snacks provided
- Referrals for services
Program Highlights Include:
- Family socializations (Fall Carnival, skating, etc.)
- School Readiness Fair
- VIP Shop (Very Important Parent)
- Parent Incentive Shop
- Parent Meetings
- Physical activities incorporated through I Am Moving, I Am Learning
- HS Graduations for 4 year children graduating to kindergarten
Locations:
Head Start Administrative Office
125 Virginia Avenue, Cumberland, MD 21502
301-777-5970
Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4 pm
HRDC Bel Air Head Start Center
301-783-1802
Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
HRDC Frostburg Area Head Start Center
301-689-3011
Monday – Friday, 11:30 am – 3:30 pm
HRDC Cumberland Street Head Start Center
301-783-1790
Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4 pm
HRDC Susan K. Westfall’s Center
301-783-1803
Monday – Friday,
Head Start 11:00 – 3:00 pm
Early Head Start 8:30 – 3:00 pm
HRDC Seymour Street / Early Head Start Center
301-783-1853
Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
HRDC Allegany College Head Start
301-783-1807
Monday-Friday, 8:30 am – 3:00 pm