Blair County Head Start provides a high quality preschool program for children ages three to five with the goal of preparing children for success in school and in life beyond.
\nSupport services are also offered to families and enrollment is based on eligibility requirements. Head Start is located in 11 centers throughout Blair County and is actively recruiting for 2006-2007.
\nThe Tyrone center is located at Industrial Park and currently has three classroom options: three-hour morning class, three-hour afternoon class and seven-hour full day class.
\nParents with questions about the program may call 946-5247 ext. 225.
\nIn celebration of \u201cThe Week of the Young Child\u201d, children attending the Blair County Head Start program in Tyrone painted flower pots and potted plants for the residents at Epworth Manor. The children will visit the residents and deliver their gifts on Friday, April 7. Other activities on the schedule include a magic show at Tyrone Elementary School and art work displayed at Gardners Candies and Sheetz.
\nThe Tyrone Area School District, Blair County Head Start and community preschools are celebrating \u201cWeek of the Young Child\u201d April 2 through April 8 to recognize the needs of young children and thank educators and others involved in building better futures for all children.
\n\u201cWeek of the Young Child\u201d is celebrated across the country by hundreds of local organizations working to improve opportunities for all young children.
\n\u201cWeek of the Young Child\u201d is sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Founded in 1926, NAEYC is the largest organization of early childhood educators and others dedicated to improving the quality of early education programs for children birth through age eight. NAEYC has nearly 1,000,000 members and a national network of over 300 local, state, and regional affiliates.
\n\u201cWeek of the Young Child\u201d is an opportunity for early childhood programs across the country, including child care and Head Start programs, preschools and elementary schools, to hold activities to bring awareness to the needs of young children.
\nThe Tyrone Area School District, Blair County (Head Start) and community preschools are sponsoring programs and activities to celebrate and recognize young children and their families.
\nAlso, preschoolers\u2019 artwork is currently being showcased in windows of Tyrone businesses during \u201cWeek of the Young Child\u201d.
\nThis \u201cWeek of the Young Child\u201d celebration is the first of many community projects planned through the collaborative efforts of the Tyrone Partnership for Quality Pre-Kindergarten Programs Committee.
\nMore articles will appear in The Daily Herald to highlight \u201cWeek of the Young Child\u201d.
\nParent Tip: Spring time is a great time to start cooking with your family.
\nShare the ABC\u2019s of table manners with your children and try this simple recipe with your child.
\nA \u2013 Always wash your hands before eating, and use a napkin to wipe your hands and mouth at the table.
\nB \u2013 Be considerate of everyone at the table, and wait until each person is seated before eating.
\nC \u2013 Cheerful conversation and assist with clean up.
\nTHE MAGIC WAND
\nIngredients:
\n1 large pretzel stick
\n1 small jar peanut butter
\nCup of chopped nuts, sprinkles or mini chocolate chips
\nUtensils: Waxed paper and a knife
\nStep 1 \u2013 Place waxed paper on counter top or table and place chopped nuts in the middle
\nStep 2 – Dip the end of the pretzel stick into peanut butter and coat well
\nStep 3 \u2013 Roll the peanut butter end in the chopped nuts which have been placed on waxed paper
\nStep 4 \u2013 Make a wish with your wand and enjoy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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