The main components of Head Start are education, social services, preventive health and nutrition. The program focuses on the entire family, and includes parent involvement as a fundamental part of the Head Start program.
Transportation is provided.
In addition to the educational opportunities for children, Head Start provides many individualized educational skill and involvement opportunities for parents. Additional child care funds are available to help parents obtain employment, education, or training. Also, parents may serve as representatives on Policy Council which is the governing body of the Head Start Program. Over 300 children currently receive services through Head Start centers which are located throughout the New River Valley.