HEAD START OF SHAWNEE MISSION, INC, a Head Start Program of Overland Park, KS

8155 Santa Fe Drive
Overland Park KS 66204-3607

(913) 649-9714

Head Start serves children from three to five years of age in a preschool program with three program options.

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.

Families may apply every Tuesday from 1:30 to 4:30 pm, except holidays. To apply, you must bring the following pieces of information:Birth certificate for each child applyingProof of residence—usually a utility bill or current lease agreement. It must include your name, current address and a date within the past 30 days.Proof of income—current tax return or W-2 or 12 months of incomeProof of child support received for 12 months if applicable.Proof of SSI or TAF if you are currently receiving it or have received it within the past year.

• Head Start of Shawnee Mission, Inc.
  8155 Santa Fe Dr, Overland Park KS
  (913) 649-9714
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  7401 W 97th St, Overland Park KS
  (913) 648-8577