McEachin announces grants for schools with Head Start programs in Fourth District
Published Saturday, May. 1, 2021, 3:57 pm
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Donald McEachin
Congressman A. Donald McEachin announced four grants, totaling $407,211, from the Department of Health and Human Services to four groups in the Fourth District that provide Head Start services.
The grants went to Richmond City Public Schools ($272,678), Chesterfield County Public Schools ($58,990), Rural Family Development ($28,892) and Hopewell City School Board ($46,951).
“Head Start makes a significant difference in the lives of young children who come from low income families,” McEachin said. “Providing a preschool experience as well as fostering good emotional and social development, Head Start participants come to school more prepare