Head Start was created in 1965 by President Lyndon Johnson as an eight week summer program for young children of low-income families. Over the years it has undergone many changes. It is now a year-long preschool program that provides comprehensive education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement services to children and their families.
Each year, the Children’s Board provides clothing, school supplies, holiday gifts, or other items to children of families who have been identified as in-need. The group partners with school district nurses and Catholic Charities to determine families who will receive support.
Parents of Special Children Inc. recently announced Chrystal Hoyt as the agency’s new program coordinator. Hoyt assumed duties for the agency in June and will be responsible for the overall operations, community outreach, and program growth.
The Oswego Farmers’ Market continues Thursday with a special Halloween treat. Area children and their parents can celebrate Halloween a little early this year by participating in the Children’s Costume Parade beginning at 6 p.m. at the market in downtown Oswego.
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