Early Head Start

School and Families Wish List

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 If you are able, please consider donating the following on our School Supply Wishlist:

  • Children’s Underpants in sizes 2T to 6
  • Children’s Socks
  • Children’s pants in sizes 2T to 6
  • New or gently used children’s books
  • Educational or Learning Toys for Children Birth to Five
  • Playdough
  • New or Gently Used Ride Toys (such as tricycles, balance bikes, Little Tikes Cars)
  • Office Supplies such as copy paper, pens, and Post-its
  • Dress Up or Pretend Play Costumes

Please drop them off at our main office during regular business hours. We thank you for thinking of Portage Learning Centers! 

We are accepting applications for the Head Start Preschool, Early Head Start Preschool, and Head Start and Early Head Start Home-Based Programs

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Head Start is a United States Department of Health and Human Services program that provides comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement services to low-income children and families. It is the oldest and largest program of its kind. 

Early Head Start is a federally funded community-based program for low-income families with pregnant women, infants, and toddlers up to age 3.

Home Visitors complete a 90-minute home visit with you and your child weekly. They focus on activities designed specifically for your child. Bi-monthly socializations are held at our Kent and Ravenna Centers, where parents and children can participate in group activities and interact with peers.

For more information, contact our office at 330 297-7795 Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., or Friday, 8 a.m. to noon. Income guidelines apply.

Important Announcement regarding SNAP

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Effective immediately, the recipients of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are included when determining Head Start eligibility. This policy change allows Head Start programs to reach families better, minimize the burden on families seeking public assistance, and coordinate benefit programs so that families eligible for one program can more easily participate in other services for which they qualify. Adding SNAP to the categorical eligibility interpretation is essential in addressing any barriers to equitable access to Head Start services for children and families.

Please consider enrolling your child in our 2022-23 program!

If you have any further questions about SNAP eligibility, please call our main office at 330-297-7795.