A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 1 6—2 0 1 7
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T a b l e o f C o n t e n t s
Mission Statement Page 2
Executive Director Message Page 3
SHS Beliefs Page 4
Governing Body Page 5
Financial Highlights Page 6
Federal and State Review Results Page 7
Enrollment Page 8
Health and Nutrition Page 9
Disabilities and Mental Health Page 10
School Readiness Page 11
Preschool Teacher Performance Page 12
Children’s Yoga Program Page 13
Family Engagement Page 14
Family Child Care Program Page 15
Community Partnerships Page 16-17
Mission Statement
Shasta Head Start, is
dedicated to making
a positive difference in the
lives of young children,
one family at a time.
We provide opportunities
for education, parenting
support and resources to
families in our
communities.
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Executive Directors Message…
Dear Community Members,
It is my pleasure to present to you this year’s accomplishments and forward move-ment on our goals. It takes a great team to build a great organization, and I am privileged to lead this dedicated, hard-working and creative team.
We have had two accomplishments this past year of which I am particularly proud.
The first one was the completion of the infant toddler classrooms at the Oak View Center in Redding. This was the final stage of our campus there, and has taken several years to complete. We had a beauti-ful reception for the community on November 17, 2016, and we dedicated the new rooms to Judie Smith, our former Executive Director. Judie was on hand to help us celebrate and to greet the community.
The second project was the completion of our Countryside Early Head Start center on East Street in An-derson. This center serves infants and toddlers and will complement the services for toddlers and pre-schoolers at Anderson Park nearby.
Completion of these long-term projects involves the contribution of many people, and I so appreciate all who were involved. I want to especially mention Gordon Chatham, Operations Director, who served as the manager for these projects.
I hope you will enjoy reading our annual report and getting a snapshot of all the wonderful ways that we are making a positive difference in our communities here at Shasta Head Start, and giving our children and families a strong start in life!
Yours truly,
Carla Clark Carla Clark Executive Director
“If you Dream it
You can Do it!”
~Walt Disney~
Building relationships is foundational for nurturing change and growth.
Commitment to learning strengthens individuals, families and communities.
Individualized services create opportunities for success.
Hard work and innovation lead to excellence.
Fun and a sense of humor maintain balance.
Goal 1: Children receive comprehensive health, nutrition and developmental services essential for overall growth and school readiness.
Goal 2: Families are participants in their child’s education and engaged in their own personal growth and development.
Goal 3: Employ and retain staff that are skilled, meet required certifications and assist them to make strides in their professional development.
Goal 4: SHS has infrastructure that supports and facilitates all aspects of the organization.
We Believe…
Oak View Infant Toddler Expansion! Countryside Grand Opening!
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Governing Body…
John Pappas, Board Chair
Amanda Wilson, Vice Chair
Peter Sengxay, Policy Council Chair/Secretary
Carol Nye, Member at large
Dr. Fabio Robles, Member at Large
Gail Goodrich, Member at Large
Jack Kimple, M.D., Member at Large
Karen Kennedy, Member at Large
Marjorie McGraw, Member at Large
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Abigayil Frustine
Alicia Martin
Amanda Dupont
Athena McCarthy
Barbara Tejada
Deanna Sidebottom
Elena Bramble
Gaea Webb
Haley Muri
Hannah Hitzemann
Jayme Bays
Joe Tirado
Katharine Ramsey
Katie Wallenburg
Ken Emerson
Kyle Mitchell
Michelle White
Milli Israel
Nichole Saavedra
Samantha Lukensmeyer
Sara Collins
Savannah Weaver
Shelley M. Walling
Timothy Estes
Tina Mitchell
Todd Alberts
ACTUAL EXPENDITURES 9/1/2016 - 8/31/2017
PROJECTED BUDGETARY REVENUE 9/1/2018 - 8/31/2019
THE FINANCIAL AUDIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING 2017 WAS COMPLETED WITH NO REPORTABLE FINDINGS.
Head Start $10,872,122
State of California General Child Care $1,288,400
USDA Food Program $444,706
Other $595
Total Revenue: $12,605,823
Actual expenditures and revenue for fiscal year 2016-2017 were $12,605,823 compared to the budget of $12,605,823. Expenditures consist of personnel, travel, equipment, supplies, and contractual cost necessary for the operation of a Head Start program. All expenditures for the fiscal year met the cost requirement set forth in CFR 45 Part 75.
Head Start $12,144,736
State of California General Child Care $1,406,052
USDA Food Program $444,706
Total Revenue: $13,995,494
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SHASTA HEAD START IS IN FULL COMPLIANCE.
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ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY REVIEW
From 4/20/2015 to 4/24/2015, the Administration for Children and Families conducted an Environmental Health and Safety review event for Shasta County Head Start Child Development, Inc. Based on the information gathered no area of non-compliance was found during the course of the review.
FISCAL/ELIGIBILITY RECRUITMENT SELECTION ENOLLMENT ATTENDANCE
REVIEW
From 5/18/2015 to 5/22/2015, the Administration for Children and Families conducted a Fiscal/ERSEA review event for the Shasta County Head Start Child Development, Inc. Based on the information gathered, no area of non-compliance was found during the course of the review.
CLASS REVIEW
From 4/19/2016 to 4/22/2016, the Administration for Children and Families observed preschool center-based classrooms using the Classroom Assessment Scoring System. The tool looks at teacher-child interactions in three domains and ten dimensions on a seven point scale. Based on the information gathered no area of non-compliance was found during the course of the review.
LEADERSHIP GOVERNANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS REVIEW
From 5/23/2016 to 5/24/2016 the Administration of Children and Families conducted a LGMS review event for Shasta County Head Start Child Development, Inc. Based on the information gathered no area of non-compliance was found during the course of the re-view.
STATE REVIEW
From 10/5/2015 to 10/8/2015 the California Department of Education conducted an overall program review of the CSPP and CCTR program including: fiscal, governance, administration, involvement, staffing, professional development, teaching and learning. Corrections in two areas were met and cleared on 6/2/2016.
Head Start Early Head Start
Funded Enrollment 421 Funded Enrollment 304 Funded Enrollment 26
Actual Enrollment 561 Actual Enrollment 413 Actual Enrollment 37
1011 TOTAL CHILDREN AND FAMILIES SERVED
AVERAGE MONTHLY ENROLLMENT = 95%
Family Child Care
37% OF ELIGIBLE CHILDREN AGED 0-5 IN OUR SERVICE AREA
WERE SERVED BY SHASTA HEAD START.
Qualification Categories Served
Income Below 100% of Federal Poverty Line
321
278
Foster Child Status 79
Receipt of Public Assistance (TANF,SSI, etc.)
Homeless Status 138
Over Income 96
Income Between 100%-130% Of Federal Poverty Line
99
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Every child in the program receives a nutritional evaluation upon entry to determine individual nutritional needs.
331 INDIVIDUAL CHILD NUTRITION PLANS WERE DEVELOPED AND FULLY SUPPORTED.
SHS COOKS PREPARED AND SERVED 258,849 HEALTHY MEALS!
All families participating in the program are encouraged to complete required
medical and dental exams through health care and oral health care professionals.
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Children with disabilities or mental health concerns are encouraged to participate
in SHS program services. Appropriate accommodations, enhancements,
and support is provided as needed for each child.
Total Number
of Children
with
Disabilities
Served
Per Year
Total Number
of Children
with
Mental Health
Services
Per Year
Last year 143 children with disabilities were served, and
89 children with behavioral or mental health issues were served.
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Children are assessed three times per year using the State of California DRDP rating tool. The following graphs depict the year end school readiness outcomes, and the
percentage of children at or above California Early Learning Expectations.
Infant-Toddler Outcomes– Fall to Spring with one mid year rating in the area of cognition
Preschool Outcomes- Fall to Spring rating
CLASS teacher rating tool uses research driven insights to improve how teachers interact with children everyday to cultivate supportive, structured and engaging
classroom experiences.
SHS Preschool Teachers- scored at or above the national average
Negative climate requires a low score.to meet guidelines
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Yoga enhances children’s flexibility, strength, coordination and body awareness. In addition they are better able to regulate their emotions, manage stress,
calm and relax themselves. This year we launched ABC Yoga in our centers, home based, and family child care programs. The children are naturals!
807
Family Goals Were Written!
Family engagement is a vital component in the structure and function of the Head
Start program. Families are involved in program governance, program planning,
curriculum development, child homework, and personal development.
Goal Areas # Goals Developed % Goals Completed
1. Family Well Being 451 63%
2. Parent-Child Relationships 175 76%
3. Family as Lifelong Educators 99 71%
4. Families as Learners 129 70%
5. Families Engage in Transitions 43 77%
6. Family Connection to Peers & Community 14 71%
7. Families as Advocates and Leaders 6 33%
379
Father/Father figures
participated in program activities!
“COMING TOGETHER IS A BEGINNING; KEEPING TOGETHER IS PROGRESS; WORKING TOGETHER IS SUCCESS”
~ Henry Ford~
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The family child care program offers the full range of Head Start services in a comfortable home setting. In unique, high quality learning environments, family
child care providers ensure that children receive high quality care and education.
Lions Club Group 4-C1 The Lions Club conducted vision screenings in Shasta, Siskiyou and Trinity County!
288 children were screened within the first 45 days
of entry
36 children were referred for further evaluation
31 children received further treatment
Shasta Community Health Dental Clinic and Shasta High School Dental Assistant
Program
The clinic provided free dental exams for enrolled families!
86 children received exams 14 children were noted to have dental decay and were referred for follow-up
Community partners are essential in helping to enrich the fundamental services
families need. We have highlighted just a few of the many events and
activities that we appreciated last year
To our entire community we say
T h a n k y o u f o r y o u r h e l p !
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Parent Café– Ready, Set, Grow!
Shasta Head Start collaborates with several community partners to provide our community with
Parent Cafés. Based on the “Strengthening Families” approach, Parent Cafés are opportunities
to share information and ideas that help us take care of ourselves, raise strong children, and
build relationships with our kids. They focus on introducing, educating, and building the Five
Protective Factors and enhancing relationships, practicing positive communication skills, and
promoting healing.
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