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 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.
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Children learn school readiness skills including: 

  • Social and friendship skills

  • Language & literacy skills

  • Problem solving skills and self confidence

Parents have access to: 

  • Parenting Classes & Tips

  • Family Support

  • Connection to Community Resources

  • 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.

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Completed Application EHS/HS (Spanish)

Completed Application EHS/HS (English)

Signed Interagency Release

Family Income Verification for the last 12 months

(e.g., W-2, paystubs, employer letter verifying income)

Residency Verification

Copy of Child’s Birth Certificate

Copy of Child's Immunizations

ASQ3 & ASQSE 2 Parent Questionnaires (Online)

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For pregnant families looking to apply for Head Start assistance, contact Dulce Hernandez (see below for contact information)

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Head Start application process is currently closed.
 

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Remember to Complete the Referral Form

Form must be completed if you are an agency or organization

Would you like to refer a family or child to the HS 0-5 program? Click here.
Head Start Referral Form

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Head Start (HS)

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HS serves families with children ages 3-5. 

Participating Summit School District Preschools include:

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Dillon Valley Elementary

Silverthorne Elementary

Frisco Elementary

Upper Blue Elementary

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Participating Center include:

Lake Dillon Preschool

Wildflower Nature School

Summit County Preschool

Carriage House Early Learning Center

 

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Early Head Start (EHS)

 

EHS is for families with children age 0-3. Participating

centers include:

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Lake Dillon Preschool

Wildflower Nature School

Summit County Preschool

Carriage House Early Learning Center

 

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Read the latest news in our newsletters!

JJune 2025

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. 

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Head Start is the national commitment to give every vulnerable child an opportunity to succeed.

Click the logo below to learn more. 

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