Literacy and Career Development

Big Sandy Area Community Action Program (BSACAP) Head Start recognizes and supports parents' efforts to advance their literacy skills; and develop knowledge and skills that promote career advancement.

As funds are available, parents who have a child in BSACAP Head Start may request financial assistance to further their education at their local school or college.

 

COLLEGE TUITION ALLOTMENT

College Tuition: One, 3 credit, undergraduate course per semester, up to the current tuition rate charged by Morehead State University.

Vocational or Technical Training, up to $750.00 per semester.

 

 

LITERACY ALLOTMENT

GED Testing Fees if State of Kentucky Funds are not available

Mileage To and From GED Classes/Exams at current state rate

Baby Sitting Fees : $20.00 for up to 5 hours per day/$25.00 over 5 hours per day

Eye Exams and Glasses: Up $250.00 for exam and glasses/Up to $200 for glasses

 

REQUESTING ASSISTANCE

To apply for assistance, ask your Family Advocate, Child's Teacher, or Head Start Program Director for an application.
OR
Click on the links below for application forms and information on how to submit a request for assistance.

Directions for GED/Literacy and Career Development Assistance

College Tuition Assistance:
Parent Career Development Request Form

Professional Exam Fee:
Parent Career Development Request for Exam Fees

Literacy/GED Assistance:
GED/Literacy Effort Request Form
Reimbursement Request for Babysitting Services
Mileage Reimbursement Request