Rock/Walworth County Head Start and Early Head Start

🎉 School’s Out, But Summer Meals Are In! 🍽️
Just because school is out for the summer doesn’t mean nutritious meals have to stop! Beloit School District is proud to offer free meals all summer long to all children and teens 18 years old and younger – no registration or ID required.

🍽️ What’s on the Menu?
This summer, we’re turning up the fun with Chartwells K12’s Foodie Fest, a limited-time celebration running from May through July. Inspired by the energy of summer festivals, Foodie Fest brings exciting flavors, vibrant meals, and interactive dining experiences to our menus, combining student-favorite comfort foods with creative, unexpected twists.

📅 When & Where to Eat
From June 23rd-July 30th 2026, families can visit 7convenient locations to enjoy meals. Here are just a few of the sites you can stop by: NO MEALS ON 7/3, 7/6, or 7/17.
• Beloit Public Library 605 Eclipse Blvd M-F 11am-12:30pm
• Beloit Memorial High School 1225 4th St. M-F 10:15am-12:45pm
• Converse Elementary 1602 Townline rd. M-F 10:15am-12:45pm
• Cunningham School 910 Townline Rd. M-Th 10:45am-11:30am
• Family Services 825 Liberty Ave M-F 11:45am-1pm
• Todd Elementary 1621 Oakwood Ave. M-F 10:15am-12:45pm
• YMCA 501 3rd St. M-F 11am-12pm

📲 Track Menus on Nutrislice
Want to know what’s being served each day? Download the Nutrislice app or visit our school’s Nutrislice site at sdb.nutrislice.com to view daily menus, nutrition info, photos, and allergen details. The app is free on both the App Store and Google Play.
This summer, we’re proud to serve all kids and teens in the community, not just those enrolled in school. Spread the word and bring your friends and neighbors – it’s all about keeping Beloit’s youth fueled for fun, learning, and growth this summer.

📞 Have Questions?
Contact Sarah Warren at [email protected] or 608-361-3179. We’re looking forward to another happy and healthy summer!

For our Delavan families

☀️🍎 Keep your kids fueled all summer long with FREE healthy breakfasts and lunches through our Summer Food Service Program, including convenient Meals-to-Go options! 🥪🥛💙💛
📅 Thursdays, June 18 – September 3
📍 Delavan-Darien High School
👉 Sign up today: https://forms.gle/6NXiWEJmFhPHpm4u6
📲To find out more, click here: https://www.ddschools.org/article/2959137

Today we’re celebrating someone truly special as we wish Ms. Ruby a joyful and well-deserved retirement from bus driving! 🚌💛

For years, Ms. Ruby has been a steady, caring, and familiar face—making sure children arrived safely, greeted with kindness, and sent off with a warm smile each day. Her patience, dedication, and calm presence have meant more than words can fully capture.

She’s been more than a driver—she’s been a protector, a comfort, and a bright part of so many mornings and afternoons. Families trusted her, children adored her, and staff appreciated her unwavering commitment to safety and care.

While we will certainly miss seeing her on the route, we are so excited for this next chapter ahead. Retirement is well earned, and we hope it brings Ms. Ruby plenty of rest, joy, and all the things she’s been looking forward to.

Please join us in thanking Ms. Ruby for her incredible years of service and wishing her the happiest retirement! 💐🚍

🎉 Today marks the last day of Head Start classes! 🎉

What an incredible year it has been filled with learning, laughter, growth, and unforgettable memories. We are so proud of all our children for the milestones they’ve reached and the confidence they’ve built throughout the year. ❤️

To our families — thank you for trusting us to be part of your child’s journey. Your support, partnership, and involvement make all the difference.

To our amazing staff — thank you for the love, patience, and dedication you pour into our classrooms every single day.

As we celebrate the end of this school year, we also celebrate the bright futures ahead for all of our students. 🌟

We hope everyone has a safe, fun, and relaxing summer! ☀️🍎📚

Please note: While Head Start classes are ending for the school year, Early Head Start classes and services will continue throughout the summer to support our youngest learners and families. ❤️

Motivation Monday 🌈

Every child learns and grows in their own unique way — and every small step deserves to be celebrated! 💙

At Head Start, we know that learning happens through play, exploration, and positive relationships. Whether it’s learning to share, trying a new food, or saying a new word, those little milestones add up to BIG accomplishments!

✨ This week, celebrate one “small win” with your child and let them know how proud you are.

A little encouragement goes a long way! 🌟

Don't forget to apply at www.rwcfs.org/apply

Enrollment | Head Start & Early Head Start - Rock County, Walworth County Head Start / Early Head Start Head Start programs may enroll up to 10% of children from families that have incomes above the Poverty Guidelines. Programs may also serve up to an additional 35% of children from families whose incomes are above the Poverty Guidelines, but below 130% of the poverty line if the program can ensure th...

Community Resource Spotlight 🤝

Did you know Community Action, Inc. offers a variety of programs and services to support individuals and families in our community? 💙

Their programs may help with:
🏠 Housing and homelessness support
⚡ Energy assistance programs
👶 Family and early childhood services
🍎 Nutrition and food resources
💼 Employment and self-sufficiency support
📚 Education and community programs

Organizations like Community Action, Inc. work hard to connect families with resources that help build stability and opportunity throughout Rock County and surrounding areas.

If your family could benefit from additional support, don’t hesitate to reach out and learn more about available services!

Tip Tuesday!

Reading with your child for just 15 minutes a day can help build:
📖 Language skills
💡 Imagination
❤️ Strong family connections

You don’t have to read every word perfectly — talking about the pictures, asking questions, and letting your child tell the story all support early literacy skills!

Try these fun questions while reading together:
✨ “What do you think happens next?”
✨ “How do you think the character feels?”
✨ “Can you find something red on this page?”

Every moment spent reading together matters! 💙

🚌💛 As we wrap up another wonderful school year, we want to give a HUGE thank you to our amazing Head Start bus drivers, Ruby and Jane!

Thank you for the early mornings, warm smiles, safe rides, and kindness you showed our children and families every single day. Your patience, dedication, and care help make our program feel welcoming and safe for everyone who steps onto your bus.

We appreciate all the extra miles you go for our students and families. 🌟

Thank you, Ruby and Jane, for being such an important part of our Head Start family — we hope you both have a fun, relaxing, and well-deserved summer! ☀️🚌💛

Motivation Monday 🌟

At Head Start, every day is a chance to learn, grow, and shine! 💙

From building friendships to learning new skills, our classrooms and home visiting programs help children and families thrive together. Early learning builds confidence, curiosity, and a strong foundation for lifelong success!

✨ This week, try asking your child:

“What made you smile today?”
“What did you learn today?”
“Who did you play with today?”

Small conversations make a BIG impact. 💬