Setting: 1661 Leforge Rd, Ypsilanti.

Description: Head Start is a federal program for preschool children from low-income families, which has been in existence for over 30 years. Eligibility for Head Start is determined by various risk factors, such as having a single parent, loss of a parent, low-income, participation in a food assistance program, etc. The aim of this program is to give children a “head start” as they prepare for kindergarten, by providing opportunities for children to develop skills that are necessary for success in school. Children range in age from 3-5 years old. The program has quite a bit of structure and instruction. In the classroom, the children participate in group activities, learn school routines, and interact with other children and adults.

Student’s Role: Students are considered an integral part of the staff. They assist the head teacher and are given the opportunity to plan and run their own creative activities throughout the day.

Transportation: Own car or Outreach car (if available). It is about an eight to ten minute drive from campus.

Prerequisites & Requirements: A TB skin test is required. Student volunteers must also attend a mandatory orientation.

Times: Monday through Friday 7:00 am to 4:30pm

Directions: Take Washtenaw Avenue towards South University Avenue. Turn left on Hogback Road. Turn right onto W. Clark Road. W. Clark Road becomes N. Huron Drive and then N. Huron Street. Turn left onto Leforge Road.

** Students should work the same time blocks and classrooms every week**