Services
Head Start services provided in Baton RougeComprehensive Services at Head Start:
Nurturing Potential, Empowering Families
At Head Start every child’s potential is nurtured, and every family’s growth is supported. Explore our comprehensive services, from early childhood education and health care to family and disability services, each designed to foster development, empower parents, and strengthen community ties. Join us in creating a foundation for lifelong success and well-being.
Early Learning and Development
Head Start promotes comprehensive early childhood education that fosters intellectual, social, and emotional growth.
Disabilities Services
All Head Start participants provide the full range of services to children with disabilities and their families. Services for children suspected of having a disabling condition and/or children with disabilities include screening for possible intervention and the development and implementation of an Individual Education Plan (IEP) that meets the child’s specific needs.
Health, Nutrition & Mental Health
Head Start provides a comprehensive health program. The child's family is provided the necessary skills and insight to link the family to an ongoing healthcare system to ensure continued comprehensive healthcare. Services include medical, dental, and developmental screening, exams and follow-up, nutritional services, mental health services, and health education.
Father Engagement
Head Start has developed a special initiative to support and strengthen the role of fathers in families.
- All fathers can be significant contributors to the well-being of their children.
- Men should receive the education and support necessary to prepare them for parenthood.
- The roles fathers play in families are diverse and tied to cultural and community norms.
Family Services
Head Start family services offer opportunities and support for family growth, so that needs, interests, and strengths are identified. Our objective is to support parents as they identify needs and to meet their specific goals.
Family Support Services
Head Start family services offer opportunities and support for family growth, so that needs, interests, and strengths are identified. Our objective is to support parents as they identify needs and to meet their specific goals.