SENCA Head Start is a comprehensive child development program which serves children from age 3 to 5 & their families.  Head Start is a child-focused program & has the overall goal of increasing school readiness of young children in low-income families.  Comprehensive child development, school readiness, & family support are provided through center-based options.  The program involves the entire family.  SENCA Head Start provides a multitude of opportunities for children & families that have a direct impact on their future success. 

  Education

 Individualized learning experiences that support every child’s social, emotional, cognitive & physical growth are   provided.  Head Start promotes school readiness for all children through individualized learning experiences.

 Support for Children with Disabilities

 Early identification & intervention to support children with disabilities & their inclusion in all program activities is available.

 Health

 Medical & dental exams, immunizations, various health screenings, & needed follow-up services are promoted for each   child.  Mental health & wellness services are also available for children & families.

Nutrition

Healthy breakfasts or snacks & lunches meeting USDA standards are provided.  Opportunities for nutrition education for children & families are available.

Transportation

Regular school bus transportation is available at the Table Rock site only.  Support transportation is available for families as needed.

Family Engagement

Opportunities for partnerships with families that support goal setting, referrals & ongoing support are provided.  Opportunities to volunteer, learn new skills & socialize with other adults are available.  Parenting classes are available.

Parent-Decision Making

Parents are provided opportunities to participate in program planning & decision-making. 
Policy Council shares program governance responsibilities with the SENCA Board of Directors.

Community Engagement

Community members are provided opportunities to volunteer & build partnerships to better
serve children & families.

 

 

	SENCA Head Start is a high-quality, free pre-school program for eligible children & families.

Income eligibility for participation in the Head Start program is based on the Federal Family Income poverty guidelines. Guidelines allow for up to 10% of our enrollment to be above the poverty income guidelines. A minimum of 10% of the enrollment slots available are reserved for children with special needs that meet all other criteria.  A small number of slots may be filled by children over the income guidelines.

Head Start accepts applications year-round & fills vacancies from its waiting list.  While children from low-income families have enrollment priority, children from higher income families may be enrolled as well.  SENCA Head Start services are available in Nemaha, Otoe, Pawnee & Richardson counties.

For more information on Head Start and/or to apply or volunteer please contact your local Head Start Center or the Administrative Office.

County	Centers	Contact Number & Email
Nemaha	Auburn Head Start 1806 “O” Street Auburn, NE 68305	402-274-4160 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
	Bulldog Beginnings 2103 “O” Street Auburn, NE 68305
Otoe	Nebraska City Head Start - Full Day 111 N 11th Street Nebraska City, NE 68410	402-874-9060 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
	Nebraska City Head Start – Part Day 603 N 20th Street Nebraska City, NE 68410	402-873-6447 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Pawnee & Richardson	Table Rock Head Start 407 Nebraska Street Table Rock, NE 68447	402-839-2128 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
	HTRS Early Childhood Center 810 Central Avenue Humboldt, NE 68376
Richardson	Falls City Head Start 320 W 14th Street Falls City, NE 68355	402-245-4983 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
	Parent Child Center 2500 Chase Street Falls City, NE 68355

Administrative Offices
802 4th Street, PO Box 646 Humboldt, NE 68376
Angela Antholz	Head Start Director	402-862-2411 x107 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Katelin Gildersleeve	Family & Community Partnership Coordinator	402-862-2411 x 104 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Deb Hammon	Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator	402-862-2411 x106 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Anita Kimpston	Data & Services Support Coordinator	402-862-2411 x105 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Marissa Vinsky	Early Childhood Development Coordinator	402-862-211 x103 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.