Families are selected for our Head Start program based on the need of the family; not the order in which we receive your application. Eligibility is based on income and age. The child must be 3 or 4 years old by September 1 of the year for which you are applying.
To qualify, you must be a resident of Leon, Jefferson or Franklin County. Applications will NOT be processed for enrollment until all the following documentation is provided and verified:
- Child’s birth certificate or passport
- Proof of guardianship (if your name is not on the child’s birth certificate)
- Valid driver license, student I.D., or state issued I.D.
- Verification of all family income of (Parent(s) of Guardian(s) for the past 12 months such as:
a) Most current income tax form (1040, 1040A, W-2, 1099, etc.)
b) Check stubs (12 consecutive months)
c) SSI, SSA, or Social Security Benefits (current award letter(s))
d) Proof of residency (current lease and current utility bill)
e) Child support – total distribution (12 consecutive months)
f) Unemployment compensation – current unemployment Letter of Eligibility
g) TANF (Cash Assistance) – computer printout from the Department of Children and Families
h) Statement from Employer – on letterhead that includes date of hire, current pay rate, number of work hours per week, total income for the past 12 months, verification signature and date.
- In order for your child to qualify for extended hours beyond 2:00 p.m. families must enroll in School Readiness and/or Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten.
2017 POVERTY GUIDELINES
FOR THE 48 CONTIGUOUS STATES & THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Persons In Family/Household |
Poverty Guideline |
1 |
$12,060 |
2 |
$16,240 |
3 |
$20,420 |
4 |
$24,600 |
5 |
$28,780 |
6 |
$32,960 |
7 |
$37,140 |
8 |
$41,320 |
For families/households with more than eight persons, add $4,160 for each additional person.
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