Migrant Seasonal Head Start http:// www.communitycouncilofidaho.org/ home
Feb 17, 2016
Migrant Seasonal
Head Starthttp://www.communitycouncilofidaho.org/home
OUR MISSION AND PURPOSE
Our mission is to provide families with resources and opportunities in education, housing, health and employment.
Our purpose is to improve the cultural, social, and economic status of the people we serve through the following services and activities.
Civil Rights Advocacy Workforce Preparation Education Social Services Housing Opportunities Economic and Community Development Health Services Cultural Awareness
What is Migrant & Seasonal Head Start?
It is an Early Childhood Education Program for Migrant and Seasonal
Farm worker children and their families dedicated to promoting the success of their children in school and later in life.
We offer a comprehensive service program for children and families that
include: Early Childhood Education, Nutrition, and Health Wellness.
Who Qualifies for the services?
Children birth - five years of age, who have not attended kindergarten
Family income meets Federal Low Income Guidelines The family's primary income comes from agricultural
work as defined by Head Start Performance Standard Enrollment priority may be extended to children of
Migrant Families Priority consideration is available for families of
children with disabilities Enrollment: 797 Children
◦591 slots are for Migrant Families◦206 slots are for Seasonal Families
What is considered a Family?
All persons living in the household who are:
Supported by the income of the parent(s) or guardian(s) of the
participating child and Related to the parent(s) or
guardian(s) by blood, marriage, or adoption
Guardian means a person "legally responsible for the child"
What is Considered Income? Cash income includes earned
income, military income, veteran's benefits, social security
benefits, unemployment compensation, and public
assistance benefits
What are Agricultural Activities?
Activities related to the production and harvesting of tree and field crops or supports the crop production such as irrigation, crop
protection, and operation of farm machinery Production and harvesting of tree and field
crops, including preparing the soil, planting, cultivation, picking, packing, canning and
processing as well as production and harvesting of greenhouse and nursery
products Dairy work does qualify but the person cannot
work directly with cows.
What is the Difference Between Migrant & Seasonal Farmworker Families?
A Migrant Farmworker Family is a family that has changed
their residency in the past two years for the purpose of working in
agricultural activities Seasonal Farmworker Family is a
family who has maintained residency, but that
their primary income comes from work related to agriculture
What do I need to bring to have my child eligible for the
program? Current and past rent and/or utility bills in the family
name Any legal documentation showing the family's
residency for the past two years Your child's current immunization records
Proof of income for the past twelve months or past year, such as:
W-2 FormsPay Stubs
Verifiable written statements from employersCurrent Public Assistance Verification
And unearned income forms, such as Child Support, SSI,
Unemployment, Military Income, or Veteran's Benefits
Services Child Development & Health
◦ Early Childhood Education◦ Mental Health ◦ Health◦ Nutrition◦ Disabilities
Family & Community◦ Family ◦ Community
Program Design & Management◦ Fiscal◦ Human Resources◦ Governance◦ Transportation◦ Systems
Family & CommunityStaff help families to develop
goals to better their lives.
Assistance is provided in the referral process to aid
families with special needs.
Parents can participate in Policy Council, Home Visits, parent meetings, Health Services Advisory Committee and more.
Parents are encouraged to volunteer in and out of the center.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
COGNITIVE SKILLS
LITERACYGROSS MOTOR SKILLS
Early childhood education
FINE MOTOR SKILLS
Health ServicesHealthy habits like hand washing and tooth brushing are incorporated.
Screenings are provided to identify and prevent health problems.
The Case Manager assists the family with follow-up and finding resources if needed.
Parents are encouraged to be strong advocates for themselves, their family, and their community.
Children with DisabilitiesHSPS 1308.5 – “…actively locate
and recruit children with disabilities.
Required to meet 10% enrollment of children with disabilities
MSHS strives to reach agreements with LEA’s regarding summer services/referrals for children identified in the program
Nutrition ServicesChildren receive healthy meals and snacks throughout the day
I Am Moving I Am Learning: Proactive approach for addressing childhood obesity in Head Start children.
Color Me Healthy: Preschool curriculum. Provides fun, innovative, interactive learning opportunities on healthy eating and physical activity.
Family Style Meals: Children are encouraged to make his or her own food choices based on individual appetites and preferences.
Operation Schedules
Summer Programs
All 11 centers◦ May to November◦ Birth to 5 years◦ 10 hours per day◦ 5 days a week
Winter ProgramsFamily Literacy – Idaho
Falls◦ November to March◦ 8 hours a day◦ Parent Participation◦ 5 days a week
TANF – Caldwell◦ November to March◦ 15 preschool children◦ 6 hour program◦ 5 days a week
CurriculumsThe Creative CurriculumTransportation & Pedestrian
SafetyPersonal Safety – Talking About
TouchingCavity Free KidsI Am Moving I am Learning
Where are our Head Start Centers Located?
WeiserCaldwell (2)NampaMountain HomeHammett
Twin Falls, Burley, Aberdeen
RobertsIdaho Falls (2)
Referral FormWe will sending this form with the
family we refer to you agency.We ask that when you provide
services to the family, you sign and date it and send back with the family.
This form provides documentation that we are connecting families to community resources.
Migrant Seasonal Head Start CMT
West Idaho:◦ El Venadito Center Coordinator: Veronica Mang
815 E. 9th Education Coordinator: Adriana CornejoWeiser, ID 83672 Family Service Advocate: Maria Negrete(208) 549-1187(208) 414-3093 fax
◦ La Adelita Center Coordinator: Roseanna Sanchez22730 Farmway Rd. #112 Education Coordinator: Rolando AguirreCaldwell, ID 83605 Family Service Advocate: Nohemi Pena(208) 459-6536(208) 459-3140 fax
◦ El Meraco Center Regional Service Coordinator: Mary Rodriguez317 Happy Day Blvd. Education Coordinator: Claudia Ramirez/Joanna FrancisCaldwell Id 83607 Family Service Advocate: Josephina Perales/Maria SalasCaldwell, ID 83607208-454-1652
◦ 208-459-0416 Fax
Central Idaho El Arcoiris Center Coordinator: Maria Guitierrez
3505 Airbase Rd. Education Coordinator: Milagros VelaMt. Home, ID 83647 Family Service Advocate: Maria L. Juarez(208) 587-9171(208) 587-9354 fax
Jardin de los Niños Center Coordinator: Gabriella Arevalo8712 Old Hwy 30 Education Coordinator: Hammett, ID 83627 Family Service Advocate: Marisol Juarez(208) 366-2714 (208) 366-2730 fax
Felipe Cabral Center Coordinator: Marisela Lee1122 Washington St. So. Education Coordinator: VacantTwin Falls, ID 83301 Family Service Advocate: Carmen Castillo(208) 734-9359 fax
Emiliano Zapata Center Coordinator: Rosa Castro1319 Normal Ave.Education Coordinator: Elvira CejaBurley, ID 83318 Family Service Advocate: Maria Magana(208) 678-3288(208) 677-3241 fax
East Idaho El Castillito Center Coordinator: Aide Sandoval
350 G. St. Education Coordinator: Analilia SanchezIdaho Falls, ID 83402 Family Service Advocate: Maheli Cruz(208) 522-6236 (208) 524-5994 fax
La Estrellita Center Coordinator: Jessica Franck3491 West 81st North Education Coordinator: Laura Cortez/Maria MoralesIdaho Falls, ID 83402 Family Service Advocate: Irma Islas, Maria Ortega(208) 524-1339(208) 524-1352 fax
Manuel Cavazos Center Coordinator: Virginia AvilaPO Box 731 Education Coordinator: Blanca Nava555 South 4th East Family Service Advocate: Veronica CarrilloAberdeen, ID 83210 (208) 397-4190(208) 397-4191 fax
Caritas de Angel Center Coordinator: Maria Ojeda653 North 2858 East Education Coordinator: Beatriz ChavezRoberts, ID 83444 Family Service Advocate: Lorena Reyes(208) 228-6048(208) 228-6176 fax
What we are asking of you?
What would you like from us?