Head Start

The Medgar Evers College Head Start programs are located at 315 Vanderbilt Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11205 and 71 Lincoln Place Brooklyn, NY 11217.

Their mission and philosophy is to serve pre-school children and their families, based on the premises that all children share certain needs, and that low-income families in particular can benefit from unique Head Start, early childhood and health services including free medical and dental care as well as healthy meals and snacks. Their family and community partnerships which are designed to promote self-sufficiency and strong community development are also a boon to their participants. Additionally, parental involvement is greatly encouraged.

Some of the resources available to the families of Head Start participants are: GED, ESL and computer classes, the WIC program, parent skills building, CPR and First Aid Certification, and various workshops that cater to their needs.