Headstart

Established in 1965, Head Start of Shawnee Mission is a private, nonprofit organization that offers a range of enrichment programs for children from low-income families. It serves more than 210 children and their families through Early Head Start and Head Start programs. The organization offers childhood education, mental health and developmental screening services for children in Johnson County, Kan. Head Start of Shawnee Mission works with Friends University, SAFE HOME and the Johnson County Mental Health Center. It offers counseling, play therapy and consulting solutions. Its health coordinators track immunization records and provide growth assessment and hearing and vision screening services. Head Start of Shawnee Mission employs family educators, advocates and case managers.