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Home My WebLink About20011427.tiff RESOLUTION RE: APPROVE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL ASSISTANCE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES IN HUDSON, COLORADO, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and WHEREAS, the Board has been presented with an Application for Federal Assistance for Head Start services for children and families in Hudson, Colorado, from the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Department of Human Services, Family Educational Network of Weld County, to the Department of Health and Human Services, commencing January 1, 2001, and ending December 31, 2001, with further terms and conditions being as stated in said application, and WHEREAS, after review, the Board deems it advisable to approve said application, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, that the Application for Federal Assistance for Head Start services for children and families in Hudson, Colorado, from the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Department of Human Services, Family Educational Network of Weld County, to the Department of Health and Human Services be, and hereby is, approved. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board that the Chair be, and hereby is, authorized to sign said application. The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconded, adopted by the following vote on the 30th day of May, A.D., 2001, nunc pro tunc January 1, 2001 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD CO Y, COLORADO ATTEST: i l ≥�� it ;y+ eile, C it •Weld County Clerk to t Glenn Vaa , ir— BY: _!�� n. Deputy Clerk to the Bo��.�� j� ' ?v< Willia Jerke pip AS RM: (T��/ av' E. Lo c ounty Afforne n�v1(�\\ :� R bert D. Masden f C, Afie,0 2001-1427 HR0072 ei MEMORANDUM#54,1\(: TO: Weld County Board of County Commissioners age FROM: Walter J. Speckman, Exec. Director, Division of Human Services I.jcjx, COLORADO DATE: May 30, 2001 SUBJECT: Head Start/Migrant Head Start Unmet Need Presented to the Weld County Board of County Commissioners are three requests to the Head Start Bureau to meet the unmet need of eligible Head Start/Migrant Head Start children. Two proposals are to provide Head Start services to children and families in Hudson and northern Colorado (Eaton, Ault, Pierce). The third proposal is to provide services to migrant/seasonal Head Start children and families. If you have questions please contact Tere Keller-Amaya at extension 3342. 2001-1427 APPLICATION FOR - OMB Approval No.0348-0043 FEDERAL ASSISTANCE 2.DATE SUBMITTED Applicant Identifier 08CH0020 1.TYPE OF SUBMISSION: 3.DATE RECEIVED BY STATE State Application Identifier plication Preapplication 08CH0020 A U Construction ❑Construction 4.DATE RECEIVED BY FEDERAL AGENCY Federal Identifier ®Non-Construction ❑Non-Construction 08 CH0020 5.APPLICANT INFORMATION Legal Name: Organizational Unit: Weld County Division of Human Services Family Educational Network of Weld County Address(give city,county,State,and zip code): Name and telephone number of person to be contacted on matters involvinc 1551 N 17th Avenue, P.O. Box 1805 this application(giveareacode) Greeley, Colorado 80632 Walter J. Speckman (970) 353-3800, ext. 3317 6.EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER(EIN): 7.TYPE OF APPLICANT:(enter appropriate letter in box) . 6010I0I8I1I3 B A.State H.Independent School Dist. 8.TYPE OF APPLICATION: B.County I.State Controlled Institution of Higher Learning C.Municipal J.Private University ❑ New 0 Continuation CI Revision D.Township K.Indian Tribe If Revision,enter appropriate letter(s)In box(es) A E.Interstate L.Individual F.Interraunicipal M.Profit Organization A.Increase Award B.Decrease Award C.Increase Duration G.Special District N.Other(Specify) D.Decrease Duration Other(specify): 9.NAME OF FEDERAL AGENCY: 10.CATALOG OF FEDERAL DOMESTIC ASSISTANCE NUMBER: 11.DESCRIPTIVE TITLE OF APPLICANT'S PROJECT: 913 — 6 1 010 Head Start PY 2001 PA 22 TITLE: Request 12.AREAS AFFECTED BY PROJECT(Cities,Counties,States,etc.): Weld County - Hudson 13.PROPOSED PROJECT 14.CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICTS OF: Start Date Ending Date a.Applicant b.Project 1/1/01 12/31/01 15.ESTIMATED FUNDING: 16.IS APPLICATION SUBJECT TO REVIEW BY STATE EXECUTIVE ORDER 12372 PROCESS? a.Federal $ 00 170,000 a.YES. THIS PREAPPLICATION/APPLICATION WAS MADE b.Applicant $ .® AVAILABLE TO THE STATE EXECUTIVE ORDER 12372 42,500 PROCESS FOR REVIEW ON: c.State $ 0° DATE d.Local $ 00 b.No. jg PROGRAM IS NOT COVERED BY E.O.12372 e.Other $ 00 ❑OR PROGRAM HAS NOT BEEN SELECTED BY STATE FOR REVIEW f.Program Income $ 00 17.1S THE APPLICANT DELINQUENT ON ANY FEDERAL DEBT? g.TOTAL $ °° 0 Yes I1"Yes,"attach an explanation. ®No 212 5OO 18.TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF,ALL DATA IN THIS APPLICATION/PREAPPLICATION ARE TRUE AND CORRECT,THE DOCUMENT HAS BEEN DULY AUTHORIZED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE APPLICANT AND THE APPLICANT WILL COMPLY WITH THE ATTACHED ASSURANCES IF THE ASSISTANCE IS AWARDED. a.Type Name of Authorized Representative b.Title c.Telephone Number M.J. Ge le, Chair, Weld County Boar of County Commissioners (970) 356-4000 i uthorized Representative e.Date Signed � �,(�J// 0-5/30/aOO/ Pr v u ditlon Usable Standard Form 424(Rev.7-97) Authorized for Local Reproduction Prescribed by OMB Circular�A-102 02(Y)/—/�a- 7 BUDGET INFORMATION - Non-Construction Programs OMB Approval No.0348-0044 SECTION AI-BUDGErSUMMARY Grant Program Catalog of Federal Estimated Unobligated Funds New or Revised Budget Function Domestic Assistance . , or Activity Number Federal Non-Federal Federal Non-Federal Total (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (9) $ $ $ $ $ 1. PA 22 93.600 120,000 30,000 150,000 _ 2• PA 22 Start-up 93.600 50,000 12,500 62,500 _ 3. 4- $ $ $ $ $ 5. Totals 170,000 42,500 212,500 SECTION B-BUDGET CATEGORIES - GRANT PROGRAM,FUNCTION OR ACTIVITY Total 6. Object Class Categories (1) PA 22 Basic (2)PA 22 Start-um3) (4) (5) - a. Personnel $ 58,976 $ $ $ 58,976 b. Fringe Benefits 16.513 16,513 c. Travel d. Equipment e. Supplies 3.750 3,750 f. Contractual x 4,650 ,650 - g. Construction h. Other 36,111 50,000 86, 111 i. Total Direct Charges (sum of 6a-6h) j. Indirect Charges k. TOTALS (sum of 6i and 61) $ $ $ $ $ 170 000 120,000 50.000 7. Program Income $ $ $ $ $ Authorized for Local Reproduction Standard Form 424A(Rev.7-97) Previous Edition Usable Prescribed by OMB Circular A-102 RES (a) Grant Program (b)Applicant (c)State (d)Other Sources (e)TOTALS 8. PA 22 $ 185,225 $ $ $ 185,225 9. 10. 11. 12. TOTAL (sum of lines 8-11) $ $ $ $ 185.225 18'3,225 SECTION D- FORECASTED CASH NEEDS Total for 1st Year 1st Quarter 2nd Quarter 3rd Quarter 4th Quarter 13. Federal $ $ $ $ $ 14. Non-Federal 15. TOTAL (sum of lines 13 and 14) $ $ $ $ $ SECTION E- BUDGET ESTIMATES OF FEDERAL FUNDS NEEDED FOR BALANCE OF THE PROJECT (a) Grant Program FUTURE FUNDING PERIODS (Years) (b) First (c) Second (d) Third (e) Fourth 16. $ $ $ $ 17. 18. 19. 20. TOTAL (sum of lines 16-19) $ $ $ $ SECTION F- OTHER BUDGET INFORMATION 21. Direct Charges: 22. Indirect Charges: 23. Remarks: Authorized for Local Reproduction Standard Form 424A(Rev.7-97)Page 2 FAMILY EDUCATIONAL NETWORK OF WELD COUNTY BUDGET NARRATIVE HEAD START EXPANSION Program Year 2000 Personnel: $58,976.00 Pays for staff gross salaries for twelve months. Service Coordinator Assistant .5 FTE $ 9,409.00 Teacher 1 FTE 24,523.00 Teacher Assistant 1 FTE 17,427.00 Lunch Aide/Janitor .5 FTE 7,617.00 Fringe Benefits: $16,513.00 Pays for fringe benefits for regular employees at the following rates: • FICA .0620 x salary • Medicare .0145 x salary • Disability .0051 x salary • Life Insurance .00029 x 3 x salary • Retirement .06 x salary • Worker's Compensation .0068 x Teacher's salaries .0916 x Aides' salaries .0049 x Admin. Staff salaries • Health & Dental $1,855/staff/year (Retirement, disability, and life insurance are only available to full-time employees.) Supplies: $3,750 Pays for consumable classroom supplies to include teaching materials,construction paper, paint, etc., also pays for replacement costs associated with wear and tear of books, manipulatives,etc.,and cleaning supplies. We provide Medical/Dental supplies that include first aide kits, toothbrushes and other necessary medical equipment. We also provide kitchen supplies that include plated,thermometers. We also pay for any special equipment necessary to adapt to children with disabilities within this line item, i.e., special spoons, chairs, etc. We also include the costs of consumable office supplies in this line item. The budget amount for this proposal was based on historical costs incurred by the FENWC Programs. Contractual: $4,650.00 The contractual line item pays for contractual expenses,for direct services for children and families,with local physicians,health clinics,North Range Behavioral Health Center(mental health), dentists, and nutrition contracts. These costs include (but are not limited to): screenings, medical exams/treatment by a doctor, dental exams/treatment with a dentist. Mental Assessments and care for children and families, and training for and consultation with staff. Services for the additional children will be added onto our current contracts. Again, the costs were based upon historical costs incurred by the program. 1 Other: $36.111.00 Covers the following costs: Child Liability Insurance - Our insurance is with Fritts Insurance Company, at $3.80 per child. 3.80 x 15 = $57.00 Child Travel-Vehicle Operating Expenses-the Weld County Department of Transportation will be providing transportation for the children. Charges for this service are based on the number of miles and the time we are transporting a child. We include transportation to appointments for children with disabilities enrolled in the Head Start program. These costs include; driver time, maintenance and repair, and gas. The cost was figured based upon historical information of the average cost per child for transportation is $900/year x 15 = $13,500.00. Field Trips - (Monthly) Includes a trip to the Denver and such local attractions as the Pumpkin Farm, libraries, etc. $3.00 x 15 x 12 months = $540.00. Local Staff Mileage-Staff mileage is paid at$.305 per mile for staff to travel to the sites for monitoring and training purposes. We reimburse staff for recruitment of eligible Head Start participants,home visits,in-state,training,meetings,etc. Approximately 500 miles per staff member - 3,000 x$.305 = 915.00. Nutrition and Food - Pays for meal costs not covered by funds received through the Child Adult Care Food Program for USDA reimbursement for meals, and for the costs of adult meals for teachers,teacher aides,and volunteers who are participate in mealtime activities. $7,625.00 Parent Activities - Covers the cost for Parent Meetings/Trainings and literacy, that include travel reimbursements and child care costs. $40.00 x 15 =$600.00. Additional costs covered in the other category include: IT support, staff development and training, printing/advertising costs, administrative overhead, etc. $12,876.00 TOTAL $120,000.00 IN-KIND CONTRIBUTIONS/NON-FEDERAL MATCH Volunteer Hours: 2738 hours x 6.94 = $19,000.00 Donated Services: $8,000.00 Weld County Donated Indirect Costs: $3,000.00 TOTAL: $30,000.00 2 START-UP FUNDS BUDGET NARRATIVE Supplies: $50,000.00 Pays for one classroom to be setup with supplies that include,but are not limited to:tables, chairs,water tables,shelves,sleeping mats,dramatic play equipment,manipulatives,gross motor equipment (tri-cycles), cubbies, books music supplies and instruments, nutrition supplies, and other materials necessary for a full-day/year classroom set-up. Start-up costs also include initial training for new staff. These costs are based upon historical costs. IN-KIND CONTRIBUTIONS/NON-FEDERAL MATCH Volunteer Hours: 1333 hours x 6.94 = $9,251.02 Donated Services: $2,000.00 Weld County Donated Indirect Costs: $1,250.00 TOTAL: $12,501.02 3 PROGRAM NARRATIVE The Family Educational Network of Weld County (FENWC) provides a comprehensive early childhood education program which focuses on early childhood development and provides support to families within Weld County, supported by the Head Start framework. FENWC works with various agencies to identify the needs of families, and determine eligibility according to funding sources. Programs are individualized so that they are responsive to the needs of each family. The following services are available to families and children through FENWC. Education Services. Individual Development Plans are implemented to stimulate social, emotional, motor and intellectual learning experiences,self-reliance,self-esteem and self- confidence are encouraged, thus a solid ground work is established for future educational success. Health Services. The Health Component works in collaboration with various agencies and private providers to provide a broad range of medical, dental and mental health activities. Children with disabilities are identified, and services are provided for them. Health and nutrition education is provided to the parents to promote sound physical and mental child development. Family Services. Family Services works directly with various social agencies to obtain needed assistance for families, and provide them with social services, educational and employment training, to enable them to improve the quality and condition of their lives. Parent Involvement. Parent Involvement works with parents to promote self-sufficiency, create a healthy home environment, assist parents support their children through their educational careers and support program staff to view the parents as the child's primary educator. FENWC considers parents an integral part of the total staff. Parent participation is encouraged in the decision-making process of their children's education, as well as decisions concerning the over-all operation of the program. We support parents in their role, and jointly develop goals for their children. Our mission is to provide children and families with a high quality, comprehensive program which, promotes self-esteem, fosters social and educational competence, develops independence, and enables children and families to be lifetime learners, and responsible, valued members of their community Our Vision is that, FENWC will continue to be a high quality program where the staff is respected, educated and supported as strong leaders in the field of education. We will foster unity within the community and integration within the school district. Our Program will work closely with governing bodies to support families, children, and staff to meet their diverse needs. Funding for FENWC comes primarily from Federal Grants, Administered by the Department of Health and Human Services/Administration of Children and Families/Head Start Bureau. Other funding sources come from the State of Colorado, passed through local school districts. FENWC is also receiving funding through the Weld County Department of Social Services, Family Preservation Program, to enhance family support for families and children. Children may qualify through the following funding sources;The Head Start and Migrant Head Start Programs,Colorado Pre-school Program, School District' Special Needs Funds, and families paying for services. FENWC currently has twelve sites located throughout Weld County. 4 OBJECTIVE AND NEED FOR ASSISTANCE The Family Educational Network of Weld County(FENWC) is committed to providing low-income children and families with a developmentally appropriate comprehensive program to promote self- esteem, social competence and help children reach educational success. For children to develop high self-esteem and be successful in school it is important that our program work with the parents so that they understand the important role they have as their children's primary educators. The Family Educational Network will work with parents so they may gain the confidence to work with their children at home, feel comfortable in a school setting to support their children, enable them to further their own educational and skill levels, assist them in finding employment, and provide or refer out any support services needed. Therefore, it may be stated that the primary objectives of the Family Educational Network are to provide the following services to Head Start children to foster a higher degree of social competence: 1) Parent Policy Council, 2) Health Services, 3) Nutritional Services, 4) Social Services, and 5) Parent Related Services. The Family Educational Network also encourages active parent involvement in the following manners: 1) Parent Policy Council, 2) in the classroom as paid volunteers, or observers, 3) volunteers in the component areas,4)working with children at home, and 5)taking the lead as the primary educator of the child. The Family Educational Network of Weld County provides Head Start services to families in Weld County with sites in the following areas: Greeley- There are seven sites in Greeley, providing services to children living in Greeley, Evans, Nunn, Ault, Pierce, Eaton, Windsor, Severence, Gill, and Kersey. Six of the sites are located on elementary school campuses and the seventh is located in a Section VIII Housing Complex. Milliken - Provides services to the towns of Johnstown and Milliken. This site is located on the Milliken Elementary School campus. Frederick- Serves the towns and rural areas of Firestone, Frederick, Dacono, Erie, Mead, and parts of Platteville. Gilcrest- Enrolls children from the towns and rural areas of Gilcrest. School District RE-1, is providing preschool classrooms in the elementary school, at no cost to the program. Platteville - Expands services for School District RE-1, for families living in Platteville and the surrounding areas. School District RE-1 provides a classroom at no cost to the program. Hudson - Provides services to children in the towns and rural areas of Hudson, Keenesburg, Prospect Valley and Roggen. These classrooms are also located on elementary school campuses. The Family Educational Network of Weld County is proposing to provide Head Start Services to 15.children in southeastern Weld County,:serving the towns of Hudson, Keenesburq, Roggen, L4ctrl uie,and Prospect Valley.(See attached map.)Our anticipated start-up date for his expansion proposal is August,2002. 5 COMMUNITY ASSESSMENT- SUMMARY Weld County Population There are 32 municipalities in Weld County. Greeley,the principal town in Weld County is located in the central part of the county and contains approximately 45% of the county's population. The population density per square mile has increased from 4 people in 1980, to 31 people in 1990, and is projected to increase to more than 57 by 2010. Approximately 25%of the population resides in an 800 square mile area in the southwestern part of the county. The population density for this area is approximately 149 people per square mile. In 2000,Weld County's population was 180,936 individuals, indicating an eight year growth rate of 21%. Of the 63 counties in Colorado, Weld County ranks eighth in total population, and is the 4th largest growing county in the state. In fact, Weld County is classified as an urban county by the Demographic Section of the Colorado Division of Local Government. Weld County is diverse in that it is an urban county as well as a vital rural agricultural region. Ethnic Distribution White 72% Hispanic 27% Black/Other 1% Economic/Income Profile The most current and complete statistics reflect the income levels and profiles from 2000. The economy has changed from a predominately agricultural economy to a more diversified economy, including an increase in the service and manufacturing industries. Though most of Weld County land is devoted to agriculture,just, 7%of jobs are in farming. Twenty-nine percent(29%)of work is in technical, sales and administrative support jobs. Twenty-two percent (22%) of the jobs are in managerial or professional positions,sixteen percent(16%)are in transportation, assembly and machine work. In each of the following is thirteen-percent(13%)of the jobs,private household and service jobs and precision, production and repair jobs. Weld County Per Capita Income (2000) $21,803.00 Colorado Per Capita Income (2000) $29,994.00 Weld County Median Family Income (2000) $37,241.00 Colorado Median Family Income (2000) $52,000.00 Child Poverty Rate/Information (Weld County. 1998) • 6,839 children or 18.9%, of Weld County's children live in poverty. • Families receiving TANF Benefits, including "Child Only"cases (200+): 504 (This number is down from 1,802 in 1993). • Families receiving Medicaid only: 2,284 (This number has increased from 1,543, in 1993.) • Approximately 750 "Seasonal Agricultural Farm Worker' families do not receive supplemental assistance from the Department of Social Services. Unemployment Rate, March 2000 (Labor Force - Weld County - 85,447) • Weld County 3.2% • Greeley 3.2% • Colorado 2.8% • National Average 4.4% Weld County does not have much of an issue with unemployment, however;the underemployment rate is significant. A recent article published by the Greeley Tribune revealed that Greeley's wages for comparable positions are well below the state average. As noted above, the TANF recipient 6 rate has reduced drastically, therefore, demonstrating the success of Weld County's Welfare to Work programs. Even though the Welfare to Work Programs have been successful in employing participants, the wages remain low, as a result; FENWC does not have an issue of decreased eligible families due to newly found working statuses. Cost of Living Summary(1999) (the rate of inflation for Weld County for 1999, was 4%, Denver- 2.6%, and the U.S. 1.6%, the ACCRA Cost of Living Index for Greeley is 102.5%, the US Index= 100%) The average cost of living for a family of four is$29,808.00 per year. The break out of costs is as follows: Rental Housing (3 bedroom house) $730.00 Gas & Electricity 73.00 Phone 21.00 Cable 47.00 Food 541.00 Clothing 36.00 Medical (one office visit) 110.00 Automotive (Insurance, maintenance, gas & payments) 470.00 Recreation 146.00 Miscellaneous 310.00 Total expenses per month 2,484.00 Public Education - There are 13 public school districts in Weld County. District Common Name # of Students % Hispanic #est. 0-5 SPED children RE-1J St. Vrain Valley 2,840 20% 6 RE-1 Gilcrest 1,937 44% 21 RE-2 Eaton 1,383 21% 9 Fig-a,! Keenesburg 1,601.. 21% 22 RE-4 Windsor 2,479 17% 14 RE-5J Johnstown/Milliken 1,618 40% 21 Dist. 6 Greeley/Evans 16,091 41% 206 RE-7 Kersey 1,094 22% 6 RE-8 Ft. Lupton 2,642 48% 22 RE-9 Ault-Highland 884 21% 17 RE-10J Briggsdale 138 4% RE-11 New Raymer 121 3% RE-12 Grover 133 5% Total Student Enrollment 32,961 Total Estimated Children (3-4) with Disabilities . . . 244 Total Estimated children (0-3) with Disabilities . . .100 Percent Hispanic . . . . 24% Data gathered by the Goals 2000 Advisory Team on public school student enrollment reflects the following: thirty-nine point five percent (39.5%) of student families qualify for free lunch program as compared to the state average of 21.8%,twenty-two point four percent(22.4%)of students live in single parent households; four point one percent (4.1%) of youth's lack employment; seven 7 percent(7%)of teen students become pregnant;and four point seven percent (4.7%) of students drop out and fail to graduate. The Colorado Department of Education, Early Childhood Initiatives completed a comprehensive on site evaluation called the"Community Service Review. A team with representation from around the state conducted interviews with twenty-two agencies and facilitated five focus groups with families who have children with disabilities birth through three years of age. The following concerns were identified: • Families want inclusive services and supports within their communities. • Inclusion of children with disabilities is happening on a small scale but needs to increase to be able to include all children with special needs. • Lack of transportation continues to be a barrier that prevents families from accessing supports, resources and services in the community. • The language barrier and lack of culturally sensitive professionals have left many families isolated. (54.3% of the children enrolled in FENWC programs are monolingual Spanish speaking). • Weld County has a history of strong interagency and business collaboration. • More funding is needed to be able to provide consultation and intervention to meet the needs of the disabled child. A.recent Patent Focus Group;conducted as part:of.our:.Community & Program Assessment revealed that th ere is a need fol,fl,tll iay/year'early childhood programming in southeastern.Weld ,1/4ounty A quoteform the Foci siGroup repots laving a full-day/year program was the-p im cry issue that the parents' indicated :,:A mother commented"We.need:sulrtmer.programs°because there is nothing elseout her e"" RESULTS OR BENEFITS EXPECTED The Family Educational Network of Weld County proposes to continue a comprehensive Head Start Program in Weld County, providing services to low-income children. Our current Head Start enrollment is 517, no fewer than 52 children with disabilities are enrolled and no more than 52 children are in the 10%over-income category, We;areattempting to increaseoulrtotal enrollment tcySt including 15 in1southeastern Weld County«« hich is.addressed its this:.proposal :and':15 in northern Weld Countywhich is being addressed trt partite prop4s 1 We also provide services to 88 CPP eligible children in three school districts. The Family Educational Network of Weld County is committed to providing at-risk children and families with a developmentally appropriate, comprehensive program which will promote self- esteem, foster social-competence, develop independence, and enable children and families to experience future lifetime successes. Our Belief Statements: We believe 1. in a high quality program which provides continued education and services to families and children before, during and after Head Start services, 2. in building a network of partnerships with the community, staff and families to establish mutual respect of the services we share among one another. 3. that educating children,families,and staff in basic health and nutrition practices will establish a firm foundation for positive and culturally relevant learning and well being, 8 4. that the power of families happens when the community comes together and shares the responsibility of helping the families and educators share their ideas and opinions to be better heard and respected, 5. that working together as a team, including staff and families, we can create a comprehensive program which will meet everyone's needs 6. in a supportive, culturally sensitive learning environment for children, parents and staff that is developmentally and age appropriate and promotes social competence, emotional physical and cognitive growth. 7. in promoting and respecting personal and professional growth, and 8. in helping to build a community that respects and supports individual needs of each staff member, adult, and child in our program, thereby; ensuring children and families with diverse needs are valued members of society. Expected program benefits are: 1. To improve the child's health and physical abilities, including taking appropriate steps to correct present physical and mental problems and to enhance every child's access to an adequate diet. To improve the family's attitude toward future health care and physical abilities. 2. To encourage self-confidence, spontaneity, curiosity, and self-discipline which will assist in the development of the child's social and emotional health. 3. To enhance the child's mental processes and skills with particular attention to conceptual and communications skills. 4. To establish patterns and expectations of success for the child, which will create a climate of confidence for present and future learning efforts and overall development. 5. To increase the child's and the family's ability to relate to each other and to others. 6. To enhance the sense of dignity and self-worth within the child and his family. The:prograi option;being:.proposed is: (approved;by the Parent Policy Council May 20,2001} P.A. 2-full-dayrfull-year-f5 children We are requesting to expand our program by fifteen (15)children in southeastern WeldCounty; Vice currently serve 3 , Hea Start eligible children:from rth stern +fell ounty and 22 Colorado hool Program eligible children,witch:an additional:l7on ithkwattito fotoxplitw area. Children will beserved'1n ourcurrent faci city and classrooms.r` toot District RE-3J:recently passes a°large bond which willconstruct 2 new elementary schools,to tnclude.pre school classrooms;acid add a pr rschool classroo i at, Judson Elementa r With the addition of the new.preschools F NWC is working with schoolidistrict officials to incorporateiDea*Starteligible children;into the publicschoolfaciliti ,com hencingfallof: 002. This rill leaveclassrc msavailableforexpansi©n and full-dar'y ar programming The model that.we are coordinating with School.RE-3J is to purchase early childhood educational skits from the district In other iaords the school district wvill provide the educational services and FEfdlWDwill.providetiecomprehensiveservices:through a Service)Coordinator. The.district has agreed tt meet Head Start Performance Standards and incorporate them:.into their>preschool protocols t l will also allo w us to rronitor the rlassrooms:to ensure:that we are meeting the itent of the Head Start t ! 9 Some of.the;benefits to:children and.families:served throughthis model are: Full-day/year.se'}rvices will l provided to children:whose parents are working„Monday through Friday • The classrooms and center will,be supported through FENWG's existing organizational structure, which provid for training and technical.assistan ,proltram monitoring and assessment, fi l ,accountaltility adt nl ball+ i::ft nctions,: rid assistance;,from Weld Couinty. • Transportation will he PrPv] , :'*Heaft Start enrolled children. • Children with disaatrlities.will be supportediiin their community through current arrangements that FENWC:h ,s with CentennnintitioES. • FENWC promotes ait nd has a strong.multi ,ritural/linguai component which will enhance services currently:provrided insoutheastern Colorado. 10 Hello