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Le Jardin is an Early Learning organization with several locations in Homestead and Florida City, Florida. Le Jardin opened in 1986 and since then has grown to 9 Centers and one Administration office, employing approximately 375 employees, providing services year-round under Head Start, Early Head Start, Voluntary Pre-k, School Readiness, and Parenting Programs. Currently, Le Jardin annually serves over 1,000 children from birth to 5 years of age and their families. The families come from diverse backgrounds, but all have in common falling below the Federal Poverty guidelines. Le Jardin is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) corporation that is governed by an elected board of directors. The board provides strategic leadership and fiduciary oversight as it works to ensure progress towards organizational goals. The objective of Le Jardin is to incorporate a process that provides a vision for growth and sustainability. Our mission is dedicated to improving the quality of life for children and families. To provide high-quality education, recreational and cultural activities, and comprehensive services in a safe, caring, and nurturing environment. |
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Early Head Start and Head Start programs provide family-centered services for low-income families at no cost. These programs are designed to promote the development of children and to enable parents to fulfill their roles as parents while moving toward self-sufficiency.
Providing services to pregnant women and children birth through 5, Head Start programs promote the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of infants and toddlers, and preschool-aged children through safe and developmentally enriching caregiving. Head Start programs also engage parents or other key family members in positive relationships, with a focus on family wellbeing. Parents participate in leadership roles, including having a say in program operations. Families and children experiencing homelessness, and children in the foster care system are also eligible. Additionally, Head Start services are available to children with disabilities and other special needs. |
