North Iowa Community Action Organization

North Iowa Community Action Organization Head Start

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NICAO offers a variety of educational programs which are available to nine Iowa counties. Some of the programs offered are:

Early Childhood Development
    Adopt-A-Child
Meets the needs of Head Start of children who do not have warm coats, snowpants, boots, hats, or mittens for winter weather in north Iowa by accepting donations of cash or clothing to obtain suitable garments for eligible children.

Child Care Resource & Referral
    Provides support services to parents, child care providers, and employers by providing a variety of services to help improve the availability, affordability, and quality of child care.

Child Development
    One classroom in Manly receives state funds for three and four year old children from families with incomes up to 125% of the poverty level. On-going parenting classes are part of the curriculum.

Head Start
    Is a comprehensive child development program for children between the ages of three and five which also serves children with disabilities.  Family income levels are at or below 100% of the federal poverty level.

Wrap Around
Classrooms in Mason City, Iowa and Floyd County provide all day, year-round care for children of parents who are working , in school, or in training programs.

For more information on what's available in your area, please select the nearest Head Start facility below.

Head Start Scholarships

Educational enhancements are available through North Iowa Community Actions Head Start.  For more information click here- Head Start Scholarships

Head Start Offices in Northern Iowa