1. Management Improvement Plan

2. The Nationally Accredited team at East Wayne Head Start focuses on improving families by putting families first through a hands on approach with commitment, compassion, comprehensive services and a highly trained and experienced staff.

3.  The East Wayne Street Center Head Start has been in existence serving children and families since 1965  Currently serving 105 children and families(10% disabilities)  20 dedicated, professional staff  Parent engaged policy committee  Caring, involved board of directors

4. Allen County, Indiana

5. We serve children and families by offering:  Top Quality Education for children  Literacy Classroom  Health, Mental Health and Disability services  Social Services for families through engagement and resources

6. Strict guidelines for Teacher Education Decreased amount of local colleges offering ECE degrees Threats Decrease in unemployment Greater need for full daycare services Passionate, committed staff Organizational Support Community Support Weaknesses Opportunities Strengths Decreased amount of teachers with advanced degrees Management/staff conflict

7.  East Wayne Head Start would like to expand our services to better meet the needs of our population  Meet the need for full day care for our community

8. GOAL  To provide Full Day services for children, so our families needs will be better met. OBJECTIVE  To offer full day services in one classroom, for 14 children by September 1, 2013. STRATEGIC OPTION  Secure a grant to fund slots for additional children and staff.  Partner with the local Community College to secure funds and staff for additional slots for children.

9. 1. Obtain resources and stats 2. Develop a start up budget and yearly budget 3. Allocate salaries and costs for programs/apply for grants 4. Create an MOU with community partners 5. Present MIP to Staff/implement marketing 6. Begin recruiting and enrolling children 7. Set up room and order supplies/hire staff

10.  4 slots filled in the month of February  7 slots filled in the month of April  Fully Enrolled by July, 2013

11. Funding SourcesDollar amounts Corporate Investment State Voucher Program Foundations Average hourly rate $24.39 Average daily cost $83.56 Hours to complete 2,768 Grant Total: $28,912

12. “Children are the world's most valuable resource and its best hope for the future” John Fitzgerald Kennedy