MHCC Head Start
Preschool for eligible families with children under 5 years old who live in East Multnomah County Some programs operate year-round.
Child development and family support services available for pregnant women and families of children age birth β 5 who are low income and reside in East Multnomah County outside Portland Public Schools. Services include comprehensive preschool and child care programs, home visits, parent and child activities, health screenings, meals, transportation, opportunities to volunteer, and parent involvement activities.
08/21/2026
Hello everyone!
If you know a family with children under 5 years old or a pregnant woman living in East Multnomah County, please help us spread the word!
MHCC Head Start Preschool & Early Head Start Programs are currently accepting applications!
We currently have some available spots in Head Start classrooms supported by staff who speak English, Burmese, Spanish, and Arabic.
Our programs offer:
π High-quality early learning experiences
π School-readiness support
β€οΈ Health, nutrition, and family services
π¨ Fun, engaging, and age-appropriate learning activities
π€ A caring and supportive environment where children and families can thrive
Whether your child is an infant, toddler, or preschooler, weβre here to support their learning, development, and success every step of the way.
Apply today and give your child a strong foundation for lifelong learning!
π Have questions? Call us at (503) 491-6111 to learn more.
π Apply online:
English: https://mhccheadstart.formstack.com/forms/head_start_2026
EspaΓ±ol: https://mhccheadstart.formstack.com/forms/head_start_2026_spanish
π» Learn more about our programs and services: https://mhccheadstart.org/
Please share this post with families who may benefit from these services. Thank you for helping us reach more families in our community! β€οΈ
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08/21/2026
Hello everyone!
If you know a family with children under 5 years old or a pregnant woman living in East Multnomah County, please help us spread the word!
MHCC Head Start Preschool & Early Head Start Programs are currently accepting applications!
We currently have some available spots in Head Start classrooms supported by staff who speak English, Burmese, Spanish, and Arabic.
Our programs offer:
π High-quality early learning experiences
π School-readiness support
β€οΈ Health, nutrition, and family services
π¨ Fun, engaging, and age-appropriate learning activities
π€ A caring and supportive environment where children and families can thrive
Whether your child is an infant, toddler, or preschooler, weβre here to support their learning, development, and success every step of the way.
Apply today and give your child a strong foundation for lifelong learning!
π Have questions? Call us at (503) 491-6111 to learn more.
π Apply online:
English: https://mhccheadstart.formstack.com/forms/head_start_2026
EspaΓ±ol: https://mhccheadstart.formstack.com/forms/head_start_2026_spanish
π» Learn more about our programs and services: https://mhccheadstart.org/
Please share this post with families who may benefit from these services. Thank you for helping us reach more families in our community! β€οΈ
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08/18/2026
π ROCK THE BLOCK IS THIS SATURDAY! π
Come out and join us for Rock the Block! π
Itβs a fun-filled community resource fair with something for the whole family!π
The MHCC Head Start Preschool & Early Head Start Team will be there and ready to answer your questions about our programs, share information, and accept interest forms from families who are ready to take the next step. π
Come by our table and say hello! Weβd love to meet you and your family!
π Location: 18535 SE Stark St.
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Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
β° Time: 11:00 AMβ4:00 PM
There will be:
π Free backpacks & school supplies
π Free haircuts
π Free food
πΆ Entertainment for the whole family
π€ Opportunities to connect with community resources and local services
Bring your family, invite your friends and neighbors, and come Rock the Block with us! π
π£ Be sure to check out the flyer on this post for additional event details.
We canβt wait to see you there! π
Highlights for Children
08/18/2026
π ROCK THE BLOCK IS THIS SATURDAY! π
Come out and join us for Rock the Block! π
Itβs a fun-filled community resource fair with something for the whole family!π
The MHCC Head Start Preschool & Early Head Start Team will be there and ready to answer your questions about our programs, share information, and accept interest forms from families who are ready to take the next step. π
Come by our table and say hello! Weβd love to meet you and your family!
π Location: 18535 SE Stark St.
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Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
β° Time: 11:00 AMβ4:00 PM
There will be:
π Free backpacks & school supplies
π Free haircuts
π Free Food
πΆ Entertainment for the whole family
π€ Opportunities to connect with community resources and local services
Bring your family, invite your friends and neighbors, and come Rock the Block with us! π
π£ Be sure to check out the flyer on this post for additional event details.
We canβt wait to see you there! π
08/14/2026
π Join Us at the Rosewood Medical & Dental Health Fair! π
Come out and join us for a fun and informative Health Fair hosted by Rosewood Medical & Dental! π©Ίπ
The MHCC Head Start Preschool Team will be there to answer your questions, share information about our programs, and accept interest forms for families with children under 5 years old.
We would love to meet you and help your family learn more about the opportunities available through Head Start Preschool & Early Head Start!
π Location: 3530 SE 88th Ave, Portland, OR 97266
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Date: Friday, August 21, 2026
β° Time: 1:00 P.M. β 5:00 P.M.
Stop by our table to:
β¨ Learn more about our Head Start Preschool & Early Head Start programs
β¨ Ask questions and get assistance with the enrollment process
β¨ Pick up an interest form for your child
Weβll be happy to assist you and answer any questions you may have!
π£ Be sure to check out the flyers on this post for additional event details.
We hope to see you there! ππ
08/14/2026
π Join Us at the Rosewood Medical & Dental Health Fair! π
Come out and join us for a fun and informative Health Fair hosted by Rosewood Medical & Dental! π©Ίπ
The MHCC Head Start Preschool Team will be there to answer your questions, share information about our programs, and accept interest forms for families with children under 5 years old.
We would love to meet you and help your family learn more about the opportunities available through Head Start Preschool & Early Head Start!
π Location: 3530 SE 88th Ave, Portland, OR 97266
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Date: Friday, August 21, 2026
β° Time: 1:00 P.M. β 5:00 P.M.
Stop by our table to:
β¨ Learn more about our Head Start Preschool & Early Head Start programs
β¨ Ask questions and get assistance with the enrollment process
β¨ Pick up an interest form for your child
Weβll be happy to assist you and answer any questions you may have!
π£ Be sure to check out the flyers on this post for additional event details.
We hope to see you there! ππ
08/07/2026
πβ¨ Head Start Preschool Applications Are OPEN! β¨π
Do you have a child under 5 years old and live in East Multnomah County? π§‘
MHCC Head Start Preschool is actively accepting applications for children who are ages 3 to under 5 years old as of September 1.
Give your child the opportunity to learn, grow, build confidence, and develop a strong foundation for their future. π±
π« We currently have more available spots in the Russell neighborhood!
If your family is looking for a high-quality early learning program, now is a great time to apply. Our Head Start program supports children and families while helping children develop the skills they need for a successful transition to kindergarten and beyond. π
Click the link to fill out an application today
English: https://mhccheadstart.formstack.com/forms/head_start_2026
Spanish: https://mhccheadstart.formstack.com/forms/head_start_2026_spanish
Or visit our website https://mhccheadstart.org to learn more about our services.
π’ Know a family in East Multnomah County who could benefit?
Please share this post and help us spread the word!
07/22/2026
β¨ Now Accepting Applications for the 2026β2027 School Year! β¨
Give your child a strong start with MHCC Head Start Preschool & Early Head Start, 100% FREE for eligible families!
We are now actively accepting applications for children under 5 years old for the 2026β2027 school year.
Our programs offer:
π High-quality early learning experiences
π School readiness support
β€οΈ Health, nutrition, and family services
π¨ Fun, engaging, and age-appropriate learning activities
π€ A caring and supportive environment where children and families thrive
Whether your child is an infant, toddler, or preschooler, weβre here to support their learning and development every step of the way. Apply today and give your child a strong foundation for lifelong success!
π Have questions? Call us at (503) 491-6111 to learn more.
π Apply online:
English: https://mhccheadstart.formstack.com/forms/head_start_2026
EspaΓ±ol: https://mhccheadstart.formstack.com/forms/head_start_2026_spanish
π» Visit https://mhccheadstart.org/ to learn more about our programs and services.
Please share this post with families who have young children and may be interested in enrolling!
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06/03/2026
Each summer area organizations provide free enhanced activities at Free Lunch + Play sites in the areas of literacy, arts + crafts, food insecurity, and recreation. These activities are held over lunch time at the designated sites. Check out what dates and parks groups will be at this summer. https://loom.ly/Dv4yN34
05/18/2026
Friendly reminder for families: all Head Start sites will be closed on Friday, May 22 for All Staff Day and Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.
Classes will resume on Tuesday, May 26. Thank you for your understanding, and we hope you enjoy the long weekend!
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Recordatorio para las familias: todos los centros de Head Start estarΓ‘n cerrados el Viernes 22 de Mayo por el All Staff Day y el Lunes 25 de Mayo en conmemoraciΓ³n de Memorial Day.
Las clases se reanudarΓ‘n el Martes 26 de Mayo. Β‘Gracias por su comprensiΓ³n y esperamos que disfruten del fin de semana largo!
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10100 NE Prescott Street
Portland, OR
97233
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9am - 4pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 4pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 4pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 4pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |