Family Services
Enrollment
The Family Services Department handles all applications and enrollment. To qualify for Manchester Head Start, your child must:
- Live in Manchester, CT
- Be 3 or 4 years old by September 1
- Come from a family whose income falls within the 2024 Federal Poverty Guidelines
Families with children who have IEPs/special needs, are dual language learners, in foster care, receive SSI, SNAP, or TANF, or are experiencing homelessness may have additional eligibility options. Please contact our Family Services Manager directly for details.
Alexa Beisel – Family Services Manager
abeisel@mpspride.org | 860.647.2712
Community Partners & Resources
All enrolled families have access to our network of community partners offering support in housing, health, employment, nutrition, mental health, and child development.
Family Engagement
Parent and caregiver involvement makes a lasting difference in a child’s success. We strongly encourage families to volunteer in classrooms and participate in our center-based Parent Committee and Policy Council. These meetings include valuable workshops and resources.
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Attendance & Family Goals
Every enrolled child is assigned a dedicated Family Advocate who supports regular attendance (we aim for 93% or higher each month) and works with you to set and achieve meaningful family goals that promote your family’s overall well-being.
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