Open toolbar WELCOME ABOUT US CHILDREN & FAMILIES HOUSING SENIORS ADULT MEDICAL DAY SERVICES COMMUNITY CONTACT US HEAD START EARLY BEGINNINGS FOR A LIFETIME OF LEARNING HRDC Head Start is a federally funded program that implements education, health and parent involvement into a secure, productive environment. Services are provided to qualifying low-income families within Allegany County. Families of children ages 3 to 4 years old receive comprehensive preschool opportunities including components focusing on health, nutrition, education, disability services, parent involvement, medical and social services. The emphasis is on the total family – not just the children. HRDC Head Start of Allegany County is devoted to making a difference in our community by offering comprehensive child and family development services. Our mission is to create a nurturing environment for children, educational experiences that promote school readiness and a strong foundation that allows both the children and their families the opportunity to recognize his/her potential. Operating Monday-Friday, offering half day services (8 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.) and full day services (7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. or 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.) Special Services Offered: Education provided by qualified, knowledgeable Early Childhood Education teachers Nutrition and health screenings implemented by board certified health care professionals Family support services provided by experienced, educated Family Services professionals Referrals made to those requesting Job Training Services Transportation provided at many Head Start centers Meals and snacks provided Referrals for services Program Highlights Include: Family socializations (Fall Carnival, skating, etc.) School Readiness Fair VIP Shop (Very Important Parent) Parent Incentive Shop Parent Meetings Physical activities incorporated through I Am Moving, I Am Learning HS Graduations for 4 year children graduating to kindergarten Head Start Application Locations: Head Start Administrative Office 125 Virginia Avenue, Cumberland, MD 21502 301-777-5970 Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4 pm HRDC Bel Air Head Start Center 301-783-1802 Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm HRDC Frostburg Area Head Start Center 301-689-3011 Monday – Friday, 11:30 am – 3:30 pm HRDC Cumberland Street Head Start Center 301-783-1790 Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4 pm HRDC Susan K. Westfall Center 301-783-1803 Monday – Friday, 8 am- 4 pm HRDC Seymour Street Head Start Center 301-783-1853 Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 4:30 pm HRDC Mount Savage Head Start 301-783-1851 Monday-Friday, 8 am-4 pm HRDC Allegany College Head Start 301-783-1807 Monday-Friday, 7:30 am-4:30 pm Allegany County Human Resources Development Commission 125 Virginia Avenue, Cumberland, MD 21502 301-777-5970 301-722-0937 Fax Allegany County Human Resources Development Commission 125 Virginia Avenue, Cumberland, MD 21502 301-777-5970 301-722-0937 Fax Email IT@alleganyhrdc.org with any problems on this web site