This is the first step to applying for Drake University Head Start/Early Head Start program. Once initial information is received, program staff will contact you to schedule an in person application appointment. Please include all children you wish to complete an application for on this one New Family Pre-Application. If your family has previously applied for or had a child enrolled in Drake University Head Start, you will need to contact the Central Office by calling 515-271-1854 or emailing Stacie Dahlin at stacie.dahlin@drake.edu
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Do you want to apply now for another child in your family?

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Thank you for submitting your initial information. Program staff will contact you to schedule an in person application appointment. Any changes to the initial information can be updated at the time of the application appointment.
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