Gadsden Progress Council, Inc., a Head Start Program of Gadsden, AL

513 Henry St
Gadsden AL 35901-3135

(256) 546-7431

The Gadsden - Etowah County Head Start Program subscribes to the philosophy that everyone has individual worth. It is further believed that one's quality of life can be significantly improved if appropriate experience and opportunities are provided by Head Start, coupled with community linkages to generate productivity, self-esteem and self-sufficiency of the Head Start family. This agency is compelled to assist families in recognizing their determination and reinforcement of existing strengths to the fruition of childrens and families' social competence.

Children who are 3 to 5 years old are eligible for Head Start services. Pregnant women and children from birth to 3 years of age are eligible for Early Head Start services. Children and families who are homeless, in foster care, or receive TANF or SSI are also eligible for services. Eligibility is determined by Head Start program staff and some families may be eligible for services if they are determined to be at or below the federal poverty level. Some grantees enroll a percentage of children from families with incomes above the Poverty Guidelines as well.

Families are encouraged to apply.

• George W. Floyd Elementary School
  601 Black Creek Rd, Gadsden AL
  (256) 546-7431
• J. W. Stewart Head Start Center
  513 Henry St, Gadsden AL
  (256) 546-7431
• Lula Andrews Brown Head Start Center
  300 Cullman Ave SW, Attalla AL
  (256) 546-7431
• Oscar Adams Elementary
  919 Raley St, Gadsden AL
  (256) 546-7431
• Striplin School
  600 Cleveland Ave, Gadsden AL
  (256) 546-7431
• Thompson Elementary School
  236 Goldenrod Ave, Gadsden AL
  (256) 546-7431
• Walnut Park Elementary
  3200 Walnut St, Gadsden AL
  (256) 546-7431