Building Bright Futures, One Child at a Time

The Kankakee School District 111 Early Childhood Education Program currently has open enrollment slots available for qualifying families. We encourage parents and guardians to apply today and give their children the strong foundation they deserve for lifelong learning and success. We have various programs, and we serve children and families from birth to 5. Please call 815-802-4966 for assistance.

While the recent government shutdown discussions have caused uncertainty across many federally funded programs, please know that our Early Childhood operations remain stable. I am in constant communication with our Head Start Grantee Specialist, and to date, we have not experienced any challenges with our monthly grant drawdowns. According to the Illinois Head Start Association (IHSA), the National Head Start Association (NHSA), and federal government officials, there are no anticipated disruptions expected for our program at this time.

We continue to advocate for sustained investment in early learning, ensuring that every child in Kankakee has access to high-quality education, family support, and opportunities to thrive.

“Early childhood education is the key to the betterment of society.” — Maria Montessori

Together, we are building bright futures, one child at a time—because every strong start creates a lifetime of success.