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Out of an abundance of caution and to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus, or COVID-19, certain Chickasaw Nation events, classes, facilities, etc., will be postponed, canceled or closed. For a complete list of postponements, cancellations or closures, visit the COVID-19 INFORMATION page. We will continue to update the list as the situation progresses.
The Chickasaw Nation Preschool and Head Start Program is a center-based federal and tribally funded program that promotes the school readiness of children from ages three to five years. The program philosophy is based on the principle that early childhood education should address children’s needs in all areas of development: physical, social, emotional and cognitive. It should provide support and assistance to all those who affect the child’s development. The child’s entire family, as well as the community, must be involved.
The Chickasaw Nation Preschool and Head Start program is family-focused. The family is viewed as the most important influence in a child’s life. To meet these needs, the program offers components in education, parent/guardian involvement, health, social services and services for children with disabilities. Through an interdisciplinary approach of all components and parent policy council group, this philosophy is reflected in every aspect of the early childhood education experience. The center environments will provide children the opportunity to develop to their maximum potential.
Please complete the Head Start Community Assessment.
To view and download the 2022 graduation photos, visit Chickasaw.net/Graduation2022.
Although applications are accepted throughout the year, enrollment deadline for each upcoming school year is June 1.
Preference is given to First American and low-income families, and children with disabilities.
This service is available inside the Chickasaw Nation's boundaries
This service is not available inside the Chickasaw Nation's boundaries
This service is available both inside and outside the Chickasaw Nation's boundaries
Early Childhood Program Application
The Chickasaw Nation Head Start Parent Consent Form
The Chickasaw Nation Early Childhood Development Parent Interview
Public Release Statement for Child and Adult Care Food Program
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