One advantage is that they teach children pre literacy and pre math skills.
They also prepare children socially for kindergarten and provide services to families.
A disadvantage is that enrollment ib Head Start is dependent on parent's income.
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The efficacy of the head Start program has come under fire in recent years, with studys on both sides of the argument claiming opposite results. The best evidence to date is that the program is able to produce "modest gains." The question then becomes whether the "modest gains" achieved are worth the amount of money spent on the program.
The Head Start program is a federal program in the United States for children in low-income families.
The Head Start program was founded in 1965 by Jule Sugarman, at the behest of then-president Lyndon Johnson.
No, Head Start was started under President Lyndon B. Johnson.
You can call or visit your local Head Start program or go to the Related Link.
Head Start was created to help children develop preschool skills.
The Head Start program was created in 1965.
The Head Start program is a federal program in the United States for children in low-income families.
The Head Start program is a federal program in the United States for children in low-income families.
The Head Start program is a federal program in the United States for children in low-income families.
The Head Start program was founded in 1965 by Jule Sugarman, at the behest of then-president Lyndon Johnson.
No, Head Start was started under President Lyndon B. Johnson.
You can call or visit your local Head Start program or go to the Related Link.
The Head Start program is a federal program in the United States for children in low-income families.
Head Start was designed to help students who needed preschool skills.
Head Start was created to help children develop preschool skills.
Overall, the program seems fairly positive. However, each Head Start location is unique and results may vary. One of the best outcomes of the Head Start program reviews indicated that children from the Head Start program are significantly less likely to repeat a grade later on in school. However, there are some criticisms that resulted from the Head Start program review including plans to improve certain program services like serving children that are above and below the preschool age. It's probably best to find a nearby Head Start location and do some research. This tool should be able to help you find one: eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices
It was part of Lyndon B. Johnson's programs.