The Head Start Program works collaboratively with parents to secure mental wellness services from health care providers, local community resources, the local district, the program Wellness Specialist, the contracted Wellness Consultant, and other professionals. The wellness services are provided through education and activities for children, parents, and staff.
Classroom Presentations
Presentations are provided for the Head Start classrooms each month. Topics available for classroom presentations include:
Self-esteem
Drug Awareness
Friendship building
Violence Prevention
Feelings
Transition to the next grade level
Wellness Support
Individual and small-group counseling for children is available upon referral from the classroom teacher. The Wellness Specialist and district counselor work collaboratively to provide individualized services for children. Counseling activities occur during group opportunities, individual opportunities, home visits, special meetings, conferences, appointments, and consultations.
The program contracts with a Wellness Consultant to observe the children and classroom staff for climate and behaviors. Staff receives feedback and recommendations to improve the overall classroom wellness environment. Follow-up consultations are provided throughout the school year.
