Head Start
Head Start is designed to serve children and families that demonstrate economic need. The program serves children who are three or four by September 1. The Head Start program differs from other Early Education programs in that it provides specific support for the growth of the family and that a family must qualify to receive these services and have their child in this program. Head Start services are available in many of our elementary 4K classrooms and at the Chavez Learning Station.
Learn More
Main Site: Cesar Chavez Learning Station
6300 27th Avenue
Kenosha, WI 53143
262-359-7784
Appointments or walk-ins are welcome.
Head Start is offered at school sites: Bose, Brass Community School, Curtis Strange, Frank, Grewenow, Kenosha School of Language, and Chavez Learning Station.
Program Eligibility
- Family income must be within approved federal guidelines
- Children must have a physical and dental exam within 90 days of enrollment
- Verification of immunizations or immunization waiver must be provided
- Original birth certificate must be provided
Registration
If you are interested in having your child participate in Head Start, please contact Chavez Learning Station at 262-359-7784 or stop at the main office located at 6300 27th Ave., Kenosha.
Fees
As determined by the Federal Government, children/families that participate in this program do NOT pay fees of any kind. The Head Start Program is funded to cover the cost of all fees.
2025 Federal Poverty Guidelines
The Poverty Guidelines must be used to determine eligibility for Head Start services.
| Size of Family Unit | 48 Continuous States and D.C. | 130% |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15,650 | $20,345 |
| 2 | $21,150 | $27,495 |
| 3 | $26,650 | $34,645 |
| 4 | $32,150 | $41,795 |
| 5 | $37,650 | $48,945 |
| 6 | $43,150 | $56,095 |
| 7 | $48,650 | $63,245 |
| 8 | $54,150 | $70,395 |
| For each additional person, add | $5,500 |
Documents
- Head Start flyer – English (PDF)
- Head Start flyer – Spanish (PDF)
- Head Start Annual Report 2022-23 (PDF)
- Head Start Annual Report 2021-22 (PDF)
- Head Start Annual Report 2020-21 (PDF)
Disclaimer
This website is supported by Grant Number 05CH012298 from the Office of Head Start within the Administration for Children and Families, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Neither the Administration for Children and Families nor any of its components operate, control, are responsible for, or necessarily endorse this website (including, without limitation, its content, technical infrastructure, and policies, and any services or tools provided). The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed are those of Kenosha Unified School District and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Administration for Children and Families and the Office of Head Start.