Family Services
Family Services Manager
Alexa Beisel
Enrollment
The Family Services Department is responsible for all applications and enrolling children and families into the program.
You Qualify For Head Start Programming if:
- You live in Manchester, CT
-Your child is 3 or 4 years old.
-Your family's annual income fall within the federal poverty guidelines (HHS Poverty Guidelines 2024). Families who are applying for children with Special Needs (IEPs), Dual Language Learner, Foster, receive SSI, SNAP, or TANF, or Homeless, please contact the Family Service Manager Alexa Beisel at abeisel@mpspride.org for specific information about eligibility under these categories.
To apply and enroll your child:
You will receive an email requesting documents to determine your eligibility by Alexa Beisel.
Community Partners & Resources
All enrolled families will have access to Manchester Head Start community partners and other community resources supporting housing, health, employment, nutrition, mental health, and child development.
To learn more about Manchester Head Start, email Alexa Beisel the Family Services Manager abesisel@mpspride.org
Family Services Staff
Alexa Beisel
Family Services Manager
860-647-2712 abeisel@mpspride.org
Emelie Lopez
Family Advocate
860-643-3604
Wanda Sanchez
Family Advocate
860-647-5005
Nancy Butler
Family Advocate
860-647-3484
Michelle Macsuga
ERSEA Family Advocate
860-647-5045
Family Engagement
Parents and caregivers' involvement in their children's education makes a long-term impact on their child's success. Families are encouraged to volunteer throughout our program, in classes, and through our center-based Parent Committee and Policy Council. The Parent Committee meetings offer families workshops and resources.
Parent Committee and Policy Council Meeting Schedule
Attendance
All enrolled children are assigned to a Family Advocate, who will assist in promoting your child's attendance to enhance your child's development in the program. We strive for a monthly attendance rate of 93% or higher.
Family Goals
Enrolled families will have a Family Advocate who will create a family partnership to help develop a family goal. Family Advocates support the family goal in efforts to promote the family's overall well being.