Project NOW Head Start

Project NOW Head Start Head Start is funded primarily by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services and Department of Agriculture.

Project NOW Head Start is a School Readiness and family support program, providing comprehensive services at no cost to low-income families with children aged 3-5 years. Project NOW Head Start is a school readiness and family support program, providing comprehensive services at no cost to low-income families with children aged 3-5 years. The program is designed for
*Families living in poverty
*Ch

ildren aged 3-5 years
*Focusing on children with health-related issues
and disabilities
*Various environments and experiences
*Promoting a positive self-concept
*Enhancing awareness of the world
*Partnering with parents and families

Program Options:
Center-Based Program- child attends 4-5 classroom sessions a week, up to 4 1/2 hours a day, 9 month school year. Home-Based Program- child and parent receives weekly home visit with advocate, minimum of 1 1/2 hours per visit, 9 month program year. Extended Day Program- for parents who require a full day and full year of services, entire program is held at a child care partner's center, minimum of 3 1/2 hours Head Start classroom session, full day of child care available before and after the Head Start session, 12 month program. Locations:
Rock Island County
499 27th Street
East Moline, IL 61244
(309)792-4555

Henry County
109 S. Elm Street
Kewanee, IL 61443
(309)852-4346

Mercer County
305 N.W. 7th Street
Aledo, IL 61231
(309)582-3668

05/28/2026
05/23/2026

I thought I dodged Principal’s Day this year…….but the staff got me good yesterday! Of all the beautiful gifts that were bestowed on me yesterday…..it was all of your kind and thoughtful words that are the things I am cherishing the most……Love to you all! Have a relaxing and FUN summer! See you in August! 💙❤️

Yesterday, we were blessed to be able to spend our last day together before many of our staff go on summer break! We bow...
05/23/2026

Yesterday, we were blessed to be able to spend our last day together before many of our staff go on summer break! We bowled, ate lots of pasta and pizza, and got to chase each other around in laser tag! It was a beautiful way to end our school year!

Head Start is FAMILY! 💙❤️

Til next school year……

Did you know we are currently hiring for 5 positions?! We have openings for classroom aides and assistant teachers. Chec...
05/21/2026

Did you know we are currently hiring for 5 positions?!

We have openings for classroom aides and assistant teachers. Check out our website at www.projectnow.org to apply today!

www.projectnow.org

From utility and housing support to Head Start, Senior Services, and Transportation, Project NOW helps strengthen lives right here, right NOW.

Mighty Pups partied today! They enjoyed a glow party and face painting! Such a fun way to close out the school year! Boy...
05/20/2026

Mighty Pups partied today! They enjoyed a glow party and face painting! Such a fun way to close out the school year! Boy, will we miss some of these faces next year as they transition into kindergarten! Miss Naomi, Miss Susie, and Miss Veronica couldn’t let them all leave for the summer without one more good time!

We have thoroughly enjoyed piloting a music therapy program this year at our site at Springbrook Courts in Moline! The s...
05/20/2026

We have thoroughly enjoyed piloting a music therapy program this year at our site at Springbrook Courts in Moline! The students really enjoyed their time with Miss Aurora, and we hope to expand this program to other locations next school year!

Thank you, Miss Aurora, for executing this program for us this year! ❤️🎶

Thank you for allowing my staff and I to take care of your students this year! We truly love what we do and are sooooo g...
05/19/2026

Thank you for allowing my staff and I to take care of your students this year! We truly love what we do and are sooooo grateful that you all entrust your most valuable people to us every day!

I have said it a lot lately, but WOW, do I have the best staff in Rock Island and Henry County, or what?!! Amazing, caring, hard working people who care about their students and have fun while they are doing it! Forever blessed……❤️❤️❤️❤️🙌👏👏👏 It does not get lost on me that I would not be here without ALL of you!

Have a fun and safe summer! If, your child is moving on to kindergarten, we have enjoyed this journey with you and wish you all the best, if your child is returning next school year, we will be there to welcome them back with open arms on August 13th!!

IF, you are someone who is looking for a great preschool environment for your child, contact us today! We are enrolling, but space is going fast!

Giving my best to you all,
Andrea

Address

499 27th Street
East Moline, IL
61244

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+13097924555

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