SUMMIT HEAD START 0-5
The Summit Head Start 0-5 (HS0-5) program is comprehensive Early Childhood Program for low-income families with children 0-5 years old. Pregnant woman can also apply.
HS 0-5 offers both Head Start and Early Head Start programs.
Children learn school readiness skills including:
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Social and friendship skills
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Language & literacy skills
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Problem solving skills and self confidence
Parents have access to:
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Parenting Classes & Tips
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Family Support
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Connection to Community Resources
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Mental Health Consolations and Resources
Early/Head Start Programs Year 2025-2026
For the recruitment process of eligible children aged 0-5 years and their families, the following information is required.
Completed Application EHS/HS (Spanish)
Completed Application EHS/HS (English)
Family Income Verification for the last 12 months
(e.g., W-2, paystubs, employer letter verifying income)
Copy of Child’s Birth Certificate
ASQ3 & ASQSE 2 Parent Questionnaires (Online)
For pregnant families looking to apply for Head Start assistance, contact Dulce Hernandez (see below for contact information)
Schedule an Appointment for Head Start Application Assistance
contact
Dulce Hernandez
dulce@earlychildhoodoptions.org
Office Phone 970-406-3063
Cell Phone 970-368-3120
Remember to Complete the Referral Form
Form must be completed if you are an agency or organization
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Head Start (HS)
HS serves families with children ages 3-5.
Participating Summit School District Preschools include:
Dillon Valley Elementary
Silverthorne Elementary
Frisco Elementary
Upper Blue Elementary
Participating Center include:
Lake Dillon Preschool
Wildflower Nature School
Summit County Preschool
Carriage House Early Learning Center
Early Head Start (EHS)
EHS is for families with children age 0-3. Participating
centers include:
Lake Dillon Preschool
Wildflower Nature School
Summit County Preschool
Carriage House Early Learning Center
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Thank you for your interest in Early Head Start and/or Head Start 0-5.
Summit Head Start 0-5 is able to serve 35 children ages 3-5 and 24 children ages 6 weeks to 3 years old and one pregnant woman.
Head Start is an income-qualifying program. Families with children with special needs are encouraged to apply.
Head Start is the national commitment to give every vulnerable child an opportunity to succeed.
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