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Policy Council is a place to discuss all things pertaining to the programs

11/20/2025

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“Policy Council is a place to discuss all things pertaining to the programs. I serve to be able to have a voice in what the Council decides. I like that my ideas are put into place!” Jennifer, Policy Council Member

Parents and guardians of children enrolled in our Head Start Preschool and Early Head Start programs are invited to join Policy Council—a group that helps guide and shape our early childhood programs. It’s a meaningful way to be involved in your child’s experience and have your voice heard!

Interested in joining? Contact
• Katelynn at 989-386-3805 ext. 1052 or [email protected]
—or--
• Vicki at 989-386-3805 ext. 1057 or [email protected]

✨ Want to be part of this incredible community? Enroll your child today!

Early Head Start serves those who are pregnant and children from birth through age 3 in Clare, Gladwin, Mecosta, Midland, and Osceola Counties. Apply online at
https://www.mmcaa.org/ehs.html or call or text 1-877-386-4406

​Head Start Preschool serves children aged 3–5 in Clare and Gladwin Counties. Apply online at
https://www.mmcaa.org/preschool.html or call 989-386-8075
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If I’m in need of resources, Early Head Start will help!

9/25/2025

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“I love the 1-on-1 time my kids get from the teacher. Early Head Start makes sure they’re hitting their milestones. If I’m in need of resources, Early Head Start will help!” Sarah, Early Head Start parent

💛 At Early Head Start, every child and family matters. Educators build strong relationships and provide personalized support to help each child learn, grow, and meet important developmental milestones.

But the support doesn’t stop with the child—Early Head Start also helps families set goals, connect with resources, and feel confident in their parenting journey. It’s about nurturing healthy development and strong futures, together.

Early Head Start serves those who are pregnant and children from birth through age 3 in Clare, Gladwin, Mecosta, Midland, and Osceola Counties. Apply online at
https://www.mmcaa.org/ehs.html or call or text 1-877-386-4406.

​Head Start Preschool serves children aged 3–5 in Clare and Gladwin Counties. Apply online at
https://www.mmcaa.org/preschool.html or call 989-386-8075.
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I Love Being A Teacher, a Letter

3/31/2020

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"Being a teacher during this time has been one of the hardest and also one of the most rewarding times in my teaching career.

In the last 13 years I have done a lot, but nothing prepares you for a situation like this one. I am currently being pushed by inner motivation to find ways to engage with children I can no longer see, to create opportunities for children to learn while at home during a time that is less than normal.

I'm tasked with helping to support parents to find confidence to be their child's teacher, even though they have been the child's first teacher all along.

I've created projects to send home; I'm writing letters; I'm making weekly phone calls; I'm sending texts; and I have even created videos so 'my kids' can see my face. I'm a teacher; that didn't stop when the doors to the school closed, it only ignited a deeper fire within myself to help support 'my kids.'

These students may not remember me one day, but I will remember them, and I will look back and smile, because they are the ones helping this teacher become better each and everyday."

Heather, teacher

Though our physical preschool classrooms are closed, our services and work continue. Our staff are doing everything we can to ensure we are serving the needs of our communities, especially through this difficult and stressful time.
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Peace of Mind

2/21/2020

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Preschoolers looking at a teacher while she reads
Preschoolers looking at a teacher while she reads
"Head Start supplies a diverse learning environment with new tools and techniques from what we have at home.

I have peace of mind knowing my child is cared for by staff who love her. 
She is growing and sharing her love of learning with our family.

Since we've enrolled in Head Start, we read more at home, and we make it a point to use descriptive and expressive language.

I hope her curiosity and love of learning that bloomed in Head Start are never stifled."

​​Our Preschool Head Start Program aims to foster a love of learning in children while giving them a safe and supportive classroom environment so they can successfully transition into kindergarten.​

Because all of our students are so unique, that journey looks a little different for each of them.
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    • Community Spotlight
    • Advocacy Portal
  • Careers
    • Open Positions
    • Requests for Proposal
    • Benefits
    • What It's Like to Work Here
  • Programs and Services
    • Children & Families >
      • Early Head Start
      • Early Head Start Interest Form
      • Head Start Preschool
      • Head Start Preschool Application
      • WIC
      • Policy Council
    • Home Energy and Utility Assistance >
      • Weatherization
      • Utility Resources
    • Housing Stability >
      • Housing Counseling
      • Senior Housing
    • Income and Budgeting >
      • Tax Preparation Assistance
      • Financial Capability Workshops
    • Homeownership Support
    • Food and Nutrition >
      • Senior Food
      • Clare County Food Pantry
    • Homeless Solutions
    • Stories
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