Jay County Schools https://www.jayschoolcorp.org/ All students, preschool through grade 12. Contact Annie Van Horn at avanhorn@jayschools.k12.in.us or 260-726-2511 M-F from 730am-330pm.
Jay County - Purdue Extension In the HHS (Health & Human Sciences) areas we offer classes around topics such as: finance, food, family and health. This includes budgeting classes for youth through adult, cooking class, nutrition education, family programming, and more. All families are eligible. Contact atbullio@purdue.edu or 260-726-4707 M-F from 8:30am-4:30pm.
Jay County - Purdue Extension 4-H Youth Development. Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. Eligible: Youth grades K-12. Contact keen12@purdue.edu or 260-726-4707
Home - Purdue Extension Nutrition Education Program (eatgathergo.org) Nutrition Education Program-free nutrition lessons covering MyPlate, reading nutrition fact labels, and physical activity. Who is eligible: individuals of all ages and families on limited-resources and SNAP recipients. Contact Jane Hemmick at 765-651-2413 or jhemmick@purdue.edu
Content / Programs / Head Start - Community & Family Services, Inc. (communityandfamilyservices.org) Head Start - Free Pre-School. Income Eligible Families with children ages 3-5. Mon-Fri 8-4:30; hours may vary. Contact Tiffani Rodgers at 260-726-5067 or trodgers@comfam.org
https://www.westminsterpreschools.org/ Westminster Preschool - provides a Christian atmosphere that support’s children’s growth and development as lifelong learners in a safe and caring environment. Staff are trained on brain development, trauma informed care, and positive guidance. We believe in natural wonder and fostering curiosity to provide a child centered learning experience. We believe children are precious and unique individuals. We utilize a unique Well-Being Curriculum designed for "Whole Child" learning as well as creating a love of learning at an early age. Westminster focuses on a Christian based education to help children's spirits thrive and grow toward a relationship with Jesus. All children regardless of race, color, religion, sex, economic status, national origin or learning differences are welcome. Westminster is a play based, high quality early childhood program. We believe in child-initiated, teacher supported play where each child is given the space to develop at their own pace. We will provide the child with a strong sense of trust, belonging and competence. Statements for our children: • "Play is my work" • "I can do hard things" • "All my emotions are welcome" Accepting CCDF Vouchers, & On My Way Pre-K Provider. Contact: Wendy Sullivan at wendysullivan@westminsterpreschools.org or 260-202-2400