7/27/2026 3:17 PM Angela Lowery Director 7/27/2026 2:39 PM Angela Lowery Director Welcome to ICS Head Start & Early Head Start Online Pre-Application! Thank you for your interest in ICS Head Start and Early Head Start! We are excited to help your family begin the enrollment process and look forward to serving your child. Before You Begin The online Pre-Application lets us know that you are interested in enrolling your child in our program. Submitting a Pre-Application does not complete your child's enrollment. Eligibility Requirements: Head Start : Your child must be 4 years old or 3 years old by September 1st of the school program year for which you are applying. Early Head Start: Your child must be at least 8 weeks old and have received their first set of immunizations or 3 years old by September 2nd of the school program year for which you are applying. . Tips for Completing Your Pre-Application Select the correct program (Head Start or Early Head Start). Choose Head Start : If your child is 4 years old or will be 3 years old by September 1st of the school program year for which you are applying. Choose Early Head Start: If your child is at least 8 weeks old and has received their first set of immunizations or 3 years old by September 2nd of the school program year for which you are applying.  If you do not see the program you are looking for, check the list for additional program options. Enter all names using CAPITAL LETTERS. Select your center location. Double-check that your phone number, email address, and home address are correct so we can contact you. If you have already submitted an online Pre-Application, you will not be able to submit another one. If you need to make changes or need assistance, please contact your local ICS Head Start Center. Once we receive your Pre-Application, a Family Services staff member will review it and contact you to complete the process. If you did not upload the required documents with your Pre-Application, you will be asked to provide documentation to determine your child's eligibility. Required documents may include: Proof of income or documentation showing SSI, TANF, or SNAP benefits Your child's Certified Birth Certificate or US Citizenship Verification Your child's Immunization Record (Mississippi Form 121 or Form 122) Health insurance information Additional documentation, if needed for your child's program Thank you for choosing ICS Head Start & Early Head Start. We appreciate the opportunity to serve your family and look forward to partnering with you to support your child's learning, growth, and success!

Parent/Guardian

Please chose the center closest to where your child lives. The child must be a MS child. Contact your local Head Start Center Family Services if you are unsure of the center to select. For Blended partner location please apply directly with the school or day care location.

Address

Please list a telephone number and an email address. You may be sent text messages. If your child is selected/accepted (you will get a notice) be sure to sign-up for Remind 101 to receive messages from the center.
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Family Information

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Emergency Contacts

Child (Applicant)

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Additional Applicant

Do you want to apply now for another child in your family?

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Siblings

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7/27/2026 2:39 PM Angela Lowery Director 7/27/2026 2:09 PM Angela Lowery Director Thank you for your interest in ICS Head Start or Early Head Start! If you completed your pre-application during the summer, please note that our local centers are closed. Our Central Office is open Monday through Friday and is available to assist you. You can find all center locations, addresses, and phone numbers on our website at www.icsheadstart.com. We appreciate the opportunity to serve you and your family. Our goal is to provide a caring, high-quality early learning experience that helps your child grow, learn, and succeed. We look forward to welcoming your family to the ICS Head Start community!
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