About Head Start
COTRAIC and our Head Start program are committed to helping the whole child. This means we prepare children for life, not just school. We provide a wide range of services, with one goal in mind: to improve the quality of life for both eligible children and their families. By partnering with and empowering parents, COTRAIC Head Start helps remove barriers to children’s success and deepens parents’ ability to support their children.
Program Schedule
The program takes place from the end of August to the beginning of June with 170 school days.
The school day schedule is 8:15am to 2:15pm, Monday through Friday, serving nutritious meals for breakfast and lunch, and an afternoon snack.
Benefits of Head Start
Benefits of enrolling:
High quality education
Nutritious meals
Health services
Mental health & disabilities services
Support services
Transportation for some areas
Family goal planning
Parent employment & job training options
How to Enroll in Head Start
Documentation needed to complete the enrollment packet:
Birth Certificate or other proof of birth
Verification of income (tax documents, 2 pay stubs, SSI, or TANF letters)
Immunization records
Disability documentation (if applicable)
Custody or court documents (if applicable)
Health insurance card (if available)
Fill out the pre-registration form (English)
Fill out the pre-registration form (Spanish)
Contact Head Start
We’re here to help!
If you are looking for more information regarding our program services and how to enroll, get started now! Fill out the form or get in touch below:
Ph: 412-488-2750
Get involved with Head Start!
Learn more about how you can play a role in your child’s education at home and with Head Start.
2024 Federal Poverty Guidelines
The Federal Poverty Guidelines are used to determine income eligibility for participation in Head Start and PreK Counts programs. These poverty guidelines are adjusted for families of different sizes. Below are the Federal Poverty Guidelines for 2024.
Gross yearly income for 2024:
| Household | 100% | 200% | 300% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15,060 | $30,120 | $45,180 |
| 2 | $20,440 | $40,880 | $61,320 |
| 3 | $25,820 | $51,640 | $77,460 |
| 4 | $31,200 | $62,400 | $93,600 |
| 5 | $36,580 | $73,160 | $109,740 |
| 6 | $41,960 | $83,920 | $125,880 |
| 7 | $47,340 | $94,680 | $142,020 |
| 8 | $52,720 | $105,440 | $158,160 |