USC School for Early Childhood Education

n with disabilities. The Framework guides curriculum selection, implementation, and assessment and can be used when planning and assessing teaching and learning experiences and children’s progress toward school readiness goals. Health/Nutrition
The Head Start Program staff determines a child is up-to-date on a schedule of well-child care; ensures that each child has a source of continuous, accessible, coordinated care that serves as a “medical home.” Well-child care includes scheduled age-appropriate preventive and primary health care including medical, dental, and mental health care. Mental Health
Focus on enhancing awareness and understanding of mental wellness and the contribution that mental health information and services can make to the wellness of all. Disabilities
Head Start has been known for its “inclusive” policies. That is, children with disabilities have been enrolled, and an educational program has been provided to meet their individual needs

Family Engagement
Parent and family engagement in Head Start and Early Head Start is about building relationships with families that support family well-being, supporting strong relationships between parents and their children, and nurturing ongoing learning and development for both parents and children. Eligibility
Children eligible for the USC SECE Head Start or Early Head Start program must live within the designated South Los Angeles Service and Boyle Heights area and qualify by age and family income. Income eligibility is based on the current Federal Poverty Guidelines and those established by the California State Department of Education, Child Development Division. For the full-day program, parents must be in school or in a full-time training program, or hold a full-time job. For eligibility and enrollment information, call 213 743-2466.