Welcome! We are here to help you find an early childhood program that meets your family’s needs. Our programs promote the school readiness of children from birth to age five for income eligible families by enhancing their cognitive, social, and emotional development. Our programs provide a learning environment that supports children's growth in many areas such as language, literacy, and social and emotional development. Head Start emphasizes the role of parents as their child's first and most important teacher. These programs help build relationships with families that support family well-being and many other important areas. To apply for our programs Head Start or Early Head Start for the first time,?complete the questions below. If you are a returning family call our team directly at the number listed below. All personal information gathered in this secure site is confidential & will not be shared. Some information (age, education level, etc.) is used to report to funders who enable us to offer this free service. If you have questions , need help with your search, or are a returning family please call (865) 606-5949 or email zmanzanares@telamon.org.
Parent/Guardian
First Name (Required)
Last Name (Required)
Birthday (Required)
Email Address (Required)
Confirm Email Address
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Mobile Phone
Opt In for Text Messages
Yes
No
Home Phone
Work Phone
Ext.
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Hispanic
Yes
No
English Proficiency
Little
Moderate
None
Proficient
Other Language
African (Swahili, Wolof)
American Sign Language
Arabic
Caribbean (Haitain-Creole, Patois)
Chinese
East Asian (Chinese, Vietnamese)
English
European & Slavic
French
Middle Eastern/South Asian
Native C.A./S.A./Mex. Language
Native N.A./Alaskan
Other (specify)
Pacific Island
Sign Language
Spanish
Other Language Proficiency
Little
Moderate
None
Proficient
Highest Grade Completed
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
College or Advance Training
General Education Diploma
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
Grade 9 or less
High School Graduate
Master's Degree
Employment Status
Full-time & Training
Full-time (35 hours/week or more)
Part-time & Training
Part-time (Under 35 hours/week)
Retired or Disabled
Training or School
Unemployed
Child's Relationship
Biological/Adopted/Step
Foster
Grandchild
Other
Other Relative
Address
Is your family experiencing homelessness?
Yes
No
Living Address (Required)
Address Line 2
City (Required)
State (Required)
ZIP (Required)
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Mailing Address same as Living Address
Mailing Address
Address Line 2
City
State
ZIP
Additional Parent/Guardian
Is there another parent/guardian in the family?
Yes
No
First Name (Required)
Last Name (Required)
Birthday (Required)
Gender
Female
Male
Mobile Phone
Opt In for Text Messages
Yes
No
Home Phone
Work Phone
Ext.
It appears that you have previously submitted an application. If you wish to apply again, please contact us by phone or in person.
Other Language
African (Swahili, Wolof)
American Sign Language
Arabic
Caribbean (Haitain-Creole, Patois)
Chinese
East Asian (Chinese, Vietnamese)
English
European & Slavic
French
Middle Eastern/South Asian
Native C.A./S.A./Mex. Language
Native N.A./Alaskan
Other (specify)
Pacific Island
Sign Language
Spanish
Other Language Proficiency
Little
Moderate
None
Proficient
Highest Grade Completed
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
College or Advance Training
General Education Diploma
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
Grade 9 or less
High School Graduate
Master's Degree
Employment Status
Full-time & Training
Full-time (35 hours/week or more)
Part-time & Training
Part-time (Under 35 hours/week)
Retired or Disabled
Training or School
Unemployed
Child's Relationship
Biological/Adopted/Step
Foster
Grandchild
Other
Other Relative
Family Information
Number of Parents/Guardians
One Parent Family
Two Parent Family
Relationship to Participant(s)
Foster parent(s) not including relatives
Grandparent(s)
Other
Parent(s) (e.g. biological, adoptive, stepparents)
Relative(s) other than grandparents
Primary Language at Home
African (Swahili, Wolof)
American Sign Language
Arabic
Caribbean (Haitain-Creole, Patois)
Chinese
East Asian (Chinese, Vietnamese)
English
European & Slavic
French
Middle Eastern/South Asian
Native C.A./S.A./Mex. Language
Native N.A./Alaskan
Other (specify)
Pacific Island
Sign Language
Spanish
Number in Family
Gross Annual Income
Child (Applicant)
First Name (Required)
Last Name (Required)
Suffix
Nickname
Birthday (Required)
Gender
Female
Male
Is there anything else you want to tell us about your child?
Location Preferences
Which program are you applying for? (Required)
TN Intake
Location Preference
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1st Location Preference
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2nd Location Preference
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3rd Location Preference
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- Your Address
- Available Locations
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Additional Applicant
Do you want to apply now for another child in your family?
Add Another Applicant
Siblings
Are there other children in the family?
Add a Sibling
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