Parent involvement in classroom, planning, and committees
Parental support and learning opportunities
Connecting families to community services
Health screenings and services
Meals
Head Start operates from late August to June and provides half-day, full day, and extended day options. Full-day option requires parents/guardians to be working, in training, or attending school.
Head Start
Who is Eligible?
Families below federal poverty guidelines or receiving public assistance such as TANF or SSI cash aid
Children and pregnant youth in foster care
Families facing housing instability or financial hardship
Families experiencing significant income changes may be eligible
Children with special needs are prioritized, regardless of income
Limited slots available for families above poverty level
To apply, choose between our online or paper applications (you do not need to complete both). We accept applications year-round, so feel free to apply anytime!
If you have applied for our program previously, please DO NOT complete a new application. Instead, please reapply by following the instructions here.
If you can’t complete the online application, you can:
Bring the printed paper application to our main office at 1100 E 8th Street, Reno NV 89512 during regular office hours (8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday). Please contact us at (775) 786-6023 to schedule an appointment.
Mail the application to CSA Head Start Enrollment, PO Box 10167, Reno NV 89510-0167. Remember to submit only copies, not originals, if mailing or dropping off documents. We are not responsible for original documentation submitted in error.
