APPLY FOR HEAD START

Head Start Community Program of Morris County is accepting applications for all programs.

For over 55 years, we have provided exceptional, comprehensive early care and educational services to Morris County families.

WHICH PROGRAM IS FOR YOU?

Children ages 18 months to
3 years
Families interested in 7- hour classroom day, 11 months per year (September through July)

Children 3 or 4 years old before 10/1 of school year
Families interested in a full day preschool program
Partnership pre-k slots may be available for children residing in Dover and Morristown,

*Our office will assist you in reviewing your eligibility

Income - Families living in Morris County with incomes at or below federal poverty level https://aspe.hhs.gov/topics/poverty-economic-mobility/poverty-guidelines
Families receiving public assistance (TANF, SSI, SNAP)
Families who are homeless or “doubled up” or living in temporary housing
Children in foster care
Children receiving preschool special educational services or Early Intervention (with an IEP or IFSP)
Other special circumstances (can be discussed during our confidential application process)

CENTER BASED

Children ages 18 months to
3 years
Families interested in 7- hour classroom day, 11 months per year (September through July)

CENTER BASED

Children 3 or 4 years old before 10/1 of school year
Families interested in a full day preschool program
Partnership pre-k slots may be available for children residing in Dover and Morristown.

Complete the online application below, or download form and bring to Head Start.
A member of our trained staff will conduct an application interview with you and request your documentation to verify information.
All applicants must submit proof of child’s age, vaccines, proof of income or public assistance, proof of residency, and/or documentation of any other special circumstances.
Once all documents are received you will receive a letter stating your application status (Accepted or Waitlisted).