Early Childhood Education
Language – Literacy – Math – Science – Socialization – School Readiness
HRDC’s Early Childhood Education is a high-quality education program for preschool aged children three to five years old. Our program is funded through a Head Start grant to serve 152 children in Gallatin and Park Counties. We focus on more than child care, providing for the healthy development of children and the strengthening of families.
We encourage parents to be involved in their preschool experience, becoming strong advocates for their child’s continued education. Our classrooms are located in Belgrade, Bozeman, and Livingston, providing services in education, health, nutrition, mental health, and disabilities.
- Offering classes Monday-Thursday with five & seven hour classes.
- Healthy, nutritious, dietician approved meals (breakfast, lunch, and snack).
- Developmental assessment and screenings including growth, development, vision, hearing, and speech.
- Parent education opportunities and family events.
- Inclusive learning environment for all children including children with disabilities.
- Play based learning with natural environments.
- Individualized curriculum for every student.
- Child Care Licensed centers & a STARS to Quality program.
- Qualified teachers with bachelor degrees in early childhood education.
- Gain an understanding of essential educational milestones and ways to support your child in this development.
- Family Services to assist in identifying family strengths, interests, needs, and goals.
- Information on other community resources and agencies.
- Parenting information, education opportunities, resources, and support groups based on requests.
If you have a child three to five years old (must turn five after school districts age cut off of September 10) and your family is experiencing homelessness, receiving TANF/SSI, have a foster child or are below 130% of the federal poverty guidelines, you may qualify for our program.
2020 Gross Income Cap by Family Size:
Family of 2: $22,412
Family of 3: $28,236
Family of 4: $34,060
Family of 5: $39,884
Family of 6: $45,708
Family of 7: $51,532
Family of 8: $57,356
*each additional household member add $4,480
You an fill out an online application using the link provided above and our Enrollment Specialist will follow up with you by email for required supporting documents.
Or, you can print out and complete a printable application linked above and make an appointment to turn in the application and supporting documents by calling 406.586.9652.
Location
Early Childhood Education
33 S Tracy Ave
Bozeman, MT 59715
Contact Information
Associate Director and Early Childhood Education Director
Sara Savage
p: 406.586.9652
f: 406.585.3538
ssavage@thehrdc.org
Program Manager
Kathy Piatz
p: 406.586.9652
f: 406.585.3538
kpiatz@thehrdc.org
Enrollment Specialist
Hannah David
p: 406.586.9652
f: 406.585.3538
headstart@thehrdc.org
Parent Testimonials
“I am beyond thankful to have my child enrolled in Head Start, not only for the peer interaction and structure that she needed but also for the wonderful teachers and staff that she has been able to build a bond with. She was very nervous and scared to start school, in the beginning it was a tough transition, everyone has been able to make her feel comfortable and confident in a way that is fun for her and now she is sad when it’s not a school day. Thank you Head Start for giving my little girl an opportunity to flourish and love school”
“Both my girls are/ have attended HRDC. They have learned so much from attending the Belgrade HRDC. My youngest has been sick and struggles to be apart from me but when she goes to class she tells me all about her day. My oldest, now in 2nd grade loved her teachers, learned so much, and was so happy to attend. Everyone is so kind and helpful. They put the families first. I am thankful for everyone there.”
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