South Central Community Action Program

The comment deadline is TOMORROW, October 6th. If you are apart of our Head Start community, please use this opportunity to make your voice heard about proposed changes to Head Start from the federal government.

The deadline to submit a comment on the Head Start Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), “Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs,” is tomorrow, October 6, 2026.

This is an opportunity for the Head Start community to make its voice heard and help inform the federal rulemaking process. Programs, staff, parents, caregivers, alumni, and partners can share their perspectives on the proposed changes, including what they support, what raises concerns, and what they want federal decision-makers to consider as they determine what comes next for Head Start.

Submit your comment by tomorrow’s deadline: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/07/2026-16134/reducing-federal-burden-for-head-start-programs -comment

Mark your calendars for next Sunday, October 11th for our Energy Education event with WonderLab Museum! There is FREE ADMISSION to the WonderLab from 1pm - 5pm as well as free ice cream from The Chocolate Moose , giveaways, and information about how to get help paying your utility bill. Thank you to our partners at Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority, Duke Energy, and First Financial Bank for helping us put on this event!

Come see us tomorrow at Spencer Pride!

🌈 Thank You to Our Sponsors! 🌈

The Spencer Pride Festival would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Their commitment to our community helps ensure that our festival remains free and accessible for everyone.

Because of their support, we're able to create a welcoming space where people can come together to celebrate Pride, connection, and community.

Please join us in thanking the businesses, organizations, and individuals who help make this event possible. 💜

Your support truly helps make a difference, and we're grateful to have you as part of the Spencer Pride family.

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✨ Wish List Spotlight: SCCAP Head Start Toy Swap Wish List 🎁

Help Head Start at South Central Community Action Program (SCCAP) provide free early childhood education for low-income families by fulfilling a wish from their wish list. The Toy Donations Wish List supports Head Start’s first Toy Swap event for Head Start Families. Head Start is looking for donations of new or gently used toys.

📌 View the SCCAP Head Start Toy Donations Wish List at: https://bton.in/ToySwap
📍 Location: 1500 W. 15th Street, Bloomington, IN, 47404
📩 Contact: Issa at [email protected] or call 812-929-5486

🔗 You can find year-round in-kind donation needs from a variety of local organizations on the Community Wish List at bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org/communitywishlist .

🚨The 2026-2027 Energy Assistance Program Applications are available now! The application period is from now until April 30th, 2027 at 5pm EST.

To find out what you need to apply and download application documents, please visit our website. Please ensure you submit a complete application. We can not process an incomplete application.

You also have the option of applying online at http://eap.ihcda.in.gov/

If you were on the 2025-2026 EAP, an application packet has been mailed to your address on file. If you need to update your address or would like to request an application be sent to you, please let us know by emailing [email protected] See less

The Chandler Center is growing! We are looking to add a full-time assistant teacher and a part-time teacher aide to the Chandler Center team. Full-time positions are eligible for all SCCAP benefits. Must love infants, toddlers, and working as a team.

Apply today here: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/F3B9075AB7CCECBD0E895CD2FD62C48B/career-page

This fall, My FSSA and Covering Kids & Families of Indiana will have town halls across the state to help Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP) members, providers, and community partners learn more about the upcoming HIP work requirements. https://www.in.gov/fssa/hip/hip-work-requirements
COMING SOON!
October 12 - Ivy Tech Bloomington
Shreve Hall
200 Daniels Way
Bloomington, IN 47404
Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m. ET

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HIP: Home How to enroll in HIP Click here to learn how Information for Members Click here Partner Toolkit Click Here HIP 3.0 1115 Demonstration Waiver Public Notice Click Here Welcome to the Healthy Indiana Plan!The Healthy Indiana Plan is a health-insurance program for qualified adults. The plan is offered b...

🍎 Head Start Intern ✏️

Help South Central Community Action Program (SCCAP) deliver high-quality early childhood education and comprehensive services to children and families by becoming an intern for their Head Start Program. A SCCAP Head Start Intern will assist teachers in daily classroom routines, help prepare learning materials, support individual and group learning, and much more.

📌 Learn More and Apply: https://bton.in/HSIntern
📍 Location: Various locations
📩 Contact: Issa Weiss at [email protected] or call 812-929-5486

Thank you so much to The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce for awarding SCCAP one of the Best Places to Work 2026. We are so happy to be recognized for our efforts in creating a supportive workplace through benefits, employee health incentives, paid parental leave, a positive workplace culture within our staff, and mission driven work to improve our communities. We are lucky to have so many amazing staff people who love making SCCAP a great place to work. If you want to join us, see our current openings here: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/F3B9075AB7CCECBD0E895CD2FD62C48B/career-page

Are you wanting a fresh start with the change of season? Clean out those toys your kiddos aren’t playing with anymore and donate them to Head Start families!

Donations will be accepted at the SCCAP main office (1500 W. 15th) or any of our classroom sites Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm until November 20th. Please make sure toys are clean, have all their pieces, and are in good condition. For questions, contact Issa at [email protected].

If you have new or gently used toys that are ready for a new home, Head Start will take them off your hands! We are hosting a Holiday Toy Exchange for families in December and need items to share. Donations will be accepted at our school locations or SCCAP office (1500 W. 15th) Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm until November 20th. Please make sure toys are clean, have all their pieces, and are in good condition. For questions, contact Issa at [email protected].