DIISD Department Of Early Childhood Programs
DIISD Department Of Early Childhood Programs
Great Parents Great Start
Great Parents Great Start is a grant through the Michigan Department of Education (GPGS). The GPGS grant is available to all families of children from birth to age 5. GPGS provides parent education materials to daycares and parents of newborns.
Access to parent education libraries, parenting classes, home visits and mental health counseling is also available to families. www.greatstart4kids.org
Early On
Support for families with children ages 0-3 with established condition or developmental delay.
Early On Michigan is a system designed to coordinate early intervention and other services for families who have children (ages 0-36 months) experiencing developmental delays or who have disabilities or special needs. www.1-800earlyon.org
Early Head Start
Early Head Start is a federally funded program. The newly funded Early Head Start will be home based and was created to help you help your child grow and learn. Families can expect weekly home visits and socializations 2 times a month. Expectant parents and families with infant and toddlers are encouraged to apply. Please call 906-779-2695 or visit our website at: www.diisd.org
Head Start
Education opportunities and support for children ages 3-5 (3 by December 1st)
Head Start is a federally funded program, locally designed and implemented, providing quality early childhood education to
children and their families. The program is comprehensive and involves the family in the total development of the child. Families with children age 3 to 5 are encouraged to apply at anytime throughout the year. Families whose children have documented disabilities are also encouraged to apply. Please call: (906) 779-2695 or visit: www.diisd.org
Great Start Readiness
Education opportunities and support for children age 4 (4 by December 1st – not Kindergarten eligible)
Great Start Readiness Program is a state funded program for comprehensive early childhood education.
Families with children 4 years old by December 1st are encouraged to apply with the Dickinson-Iron Intermediate School District Early Childhood Department. Families whose children have documented disabilities are also encouraged to apply.
Please call: (906) 779-2695 or visit: www.diisd.org
