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In-kind is vital to your child's Head Start or Early Head Start experience. In-kind is an extension of the class-

room or home visits and includes activities you do with your child all the time. In-kind gives you the oppor-

tunity to be your child's teacher. What a great way to spend time together!

Our Early Head Start and Head Start programs are federally funded programs. In-kind is needed in order to

keep servicing children and families in Allen County. It is a requirement of our grant that every dollar Early

Head Start/Head Start receives from the government we must obtain 25% as local match. This local match

is call "in-kind" (or volunteer time).

Each week you will receive an in-kind sheet with daily learning activities

to do with your child(ren). Your child's teacher or home visitor will take

your completed sheets and will give you a new in-kind sheet weekly. If

each family enrolled in our program provides a minimum of one hour a

day of in-kind we will reach our Federal goal each year!

Important reasons for families enrolled in Early Head Start/Head Start to provide In-Kind hours to our program

are:

1. Your time means we remain fully funded! For every hour spent working with your child, approximately $10.00

is earned for the Head Start Program.

2. As your child's first and most important teacher, writing down your In-Kind helps you realize all you do! It ena-

bles you to be a better parent to your child.

3. When you help us, it enables us to serve you and your family better.

There are many ways to earn In-Kind hours, such as...

Volunteering in the classroom.

Preparing materials at home for use in the classroom.

Time spent doing individualized activities with your child daily

(reading, singing, naming colors, playing, counting, sorting laundry…

the list goes on!).

Time spent doing individualized Prenatal Activities.

In-Kind’s Importance to Head Start & Early Head Start

JANUARY 2019

West Ohio CAP

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The home essential bags donated by Procter & Gamble contained items such as: laundry items, toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, baby wipes, shampoo and deodorant. All 103 families and 30 seniors received a bag from Procter & Gamble.

In addition, everyone received certificates for food so they can enjoy a nutritious meal with their family during the Holidays.

“Seal Christmas With Love” is a partnership between WOCAP,

private community businesses and service organizations.

WOCAP’s goal is to ensure all children have gifts during the

holidays and that the families receive a warm, nutritious meal.

The celebration was held on December 21, 2018.

This year, from the generosity of the community, our agency was able to provide

presents for189 children for the holidays. A total of 103 families went home with gifts,

food items & household essentials.

Our agency is grateful to have been able to

distribute more this year than they have ever given

in the past. A total of 30 senior citizen clients

received a warm winter blanket and gift card as

well. It is always a special experience putting

smiles on all of the families’ faces during the Holiday

Season.

“With all of the community partnerships, donations, and collaborations, I find it really does take a village to raise a child”

- Marva Cowan, Community Services Director

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Thank You To Our Sponsors!

This project was made possible by:

ABATE, Dominion, Honda, Husky. New Life Church, Procter & Gamble, St. Mary’s

Girl Scout Troop 20577, Stolly Family, Walmart, Zion Lutheran Church

The committee began meeting in October to begin the

planning for this awesome event. The committee

members made multiple shopping trips and worked

hard to organize everything for the families and

children. We also had some volunteers join us for the

day. It garnered goodwill and citizenship among

members of the Lima Senior Girls Basketball teams

who assisted the parents with carrying all of the items

during the event. They were very excited to give of

their services and the parents were very appreciative.

St. Mary’s Troop #20577

Zion Lutheran

Church

Lafayette, OH

LIMA SENIOR

SPARTANS

Children have been enriched from Head Start’s unique approach, which is built on the premise that every child, despite prevailing circumstances at birth, possesses the ability to reach their full potential. The Head Start model at West Ohio CAP is built on evidence-based practices and strives to maintain adaptability by choosing the best teaching techniques to meet the needs of our local community. Our agency offers social, emotional and intellectual growth to prepare children for kindergarten readiness and success in life. In order to ensure every child has a healthy head start, the program allows families to have the

opportunity to receive:

High quality early learning opportunities

Education and developmental screenings

Individual development plans

Kindergarten Readiness

Family empowerment

Individualized family support

Community Resource referrals

Periodic screening diagnostic health

Head Start has a whole child and whole family approach model and focuses on helping the child’s

development in an array of areas, which especially makes a direct difference in enhancing social-emotional

development.

WOCAP’s Child Development Services encourages the healthy development of children from families

throughout Allen County. Early Head Start and Head Start programs are free to those who qualify for the

program. Families have the option of our Classroom Option or our Home Based Option. The Home Based

Option offers a teacher in your home 1 ½ hours per week to work one-on-one with the parent and child. West

Ohio CAP offers two family days per month to allow children and parents to participate in socialization

activities.

Provide your child(ren) a healthy head start by enrolling them in West Ohio CAP’s Head Start Program, where

they will receive an investment in their emotional, social, health, nutritional and psychological needs.

There are various options for enrollment:

Pick up an enrollment packet at 540 S. Central Avenue

Call 419-227-2586 Ext. 109 or Ext. 216

Fill out the application on our website www.wocap.org

Every child has the ability to succeed, and together we’re supporting more children, families and communities

on their path to success. Contact Us Today!

Early Head Start serves children

birth to 3 years of age

Head Start serves children 3 to 5

years of age

HEALTHY FESTIVE TREAHEALTHY FESTIVE TREAHEALTHY FESTIVE TREATSTSTS

Snowmen

String Cheese

Marker

Ribbon

Paper for hat

Penguin

Banana

Chocolate

Candy eyes

Reese’s pieces

for nose and

feet

Excellent Attendance

Kingdom Daycare

Kensley B.

Little Rascals

LeRoy C Jr.

Shawnee Weekday Infant

Liam C.

Mylah M.

Shawnee Weekday Tiny Tots

Drew J.

Trinity Creative Childcare

Messiah M.

Central B

Malonnie B-M.

Central E

Mason D.

Mikyla W.

Unity

Devon L.

Kaydren W.

Central H

Cameron R.

Zaylin W.

Philippian II

ZenDaya B.

Cory M. Jr.

Central D

Marliona B-M.

Bella D.

Bryce G-R.

Ty K.

Landyn T.

Central G

Jason C.

Kyron H.

Micah W.

Central C

Ethan R.

Zayden W.

Madisyn W.

Allen East I

Kaylin W.

Bricelynn W.

Allen East II

Aiyden B-M

Tristan I.

Howard A

Aubriel A.

Marcel M.

Howard B

Emery U.

St. Matthews

Isabella M.

Robert M. III

Andrew W.

Market St.I AM

Mahni A.

Caydren N.

Dakota S.

Stormie S

Market St.I PM

Kai C.

Lilliana S.

Hanna V.

Market St.II AM

A’mir C.

Ryker S.

Market St.II PM

Marquise H.

Amiah L.

O’Neal A

Mason D.

Haven H.

Amiyah O-T

Sania W.

O’Neal B

Alijah A.

Mya C.

Zion M.

Storm S.

Kai T.

Samia W.

Home Based (GG)

Greyson B.

Isabelle S.

Wesley s.

Malachi S.

Za’Riah Y.

Home Based (JS)

Kaitlyn B.

Bayley H.

Tali M-S.

Marques P.

Isaac S.

Brantly S.

Camille T.

Home Based (AH)

Kyson C.

Ava R.

Home Based (JJ)

Kamryn C.

Home Based (CW)

Damion C.

Maddox E.

Starlyhn K.

Zamariah N.

Devion S. Jr.

Home Based (KC)

A’Niyah B.

Lillian M.

Kai M.

Isabella N.

Addilynn N.

Jacelynn N.

Gabrial P.

Gavin R-M.

Home Based (WW)

L:illian A.

Reley M.

Z’zeyvier W.

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day

10

Things

You

May

Not

Have

Known

About

Martin

Luther

King

Jr.

King entered college at the age of 15, skipping grades 9

& 12; enrolled at Morehouse College in 1944

King received his doctorate in systematic theology from

Boston University in 1955

King’s “I Have A Dream” speech was not his first at the

Lincoln Memorial; King spoke 6 years prior on voting

rights

King was imprisoned nearly 30 times; he was arrested

for acts of civil disobedience and speeding

King narrowly escaped an assassination attempt a

decade before his death; stabbed in 1958 while in

Harlem signing copies of his new book

King’s last public speech foretold his death

Members of King’s family did not believe James Earl Ray

acted alone

King’s mother was also slain by a bullet; shot by a man in

the front pew while playing the organ at Sunday service

George Washington is the only other American to have

had his birthday observed as a national holiday

King’s birth name was Michael, not

Martin; was inspired by a German

Protestant Reformation leader

Christopher Klein April 4, 2013

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Lima City Adult Education/GED Registration Going on NOW!!

ONLINE CLASSES AVAILABLE

WORK WITH A CAREER PATHWAYS ADVISOR

FOR MORE

INFORMATION CALL

419-996-3082

OR

419-996-3083

LIMA ADULT

LEARNING CENTER

563 W. SPRING STREET

419-996-3082

2018-2019

Orientation

Schedule

563 W. Spring Street, Lima

4:00-6:00 PM

December 3-5

January 7-9

January 28-30

February 11-13

February 25-27

March 11-13

March 25-27

Adult Ed. Class

Schedule

Bradfield Center

550 S. Collett St., Lima

Tuesday & Thursday

2:00-4:00 PM

Rhodes State College

Science Building Room 119

Tuesday 2:00-8:00 PM

Thursday 2:00-5:00 PM

WOCAP (formerly LACCA)

540 S. Central Ave., Lima

Tuesday & Thursday

9:30-11:00 AM

Lima Public Library

650 W. Market St., Lima

Memorial Book Room

5:30-7:30 PM

Each Year on January 10, National Cut Your Energy Costs

Day encourages individuals to look for way that may reduce

their energy costs and save on their energy bills.

NATIONAL CUT YOUR ENERGY COSTS

WOCAP WINTER CRISIS PROGRAM

Winter Crisis will run until March 31, 2019 to assist eligible individuals with utility assistance in Allen, Auglaize & Mercer Counties.

To Be Eligible:

Must reside in Allen, Auglaize or Mercer Counties and earn a household income at or below 175% of Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Required Documentation:

● Current electric or Gas Bill

● Social Security numbers for all household members

● Income documentation for all household members for last 30 days

● Proof of Citizenship

● Proof of disability, if needed

To Schedule An

Appointment:

Call 1-855-286-7559

Consider these tips to save money on your energy

bill:

Weatherproof your home

Turn down thermostats; lower the temp at night

Turn off lights when you leave a room

Use the ceiling fan to your advantage

Use the sun for free heat

Only heat the rooms you use

Only run the washer & dishwasher when fully loaded

Lower water heater temperature

Take shorter showers

Unplug appliances & chargers when not in use

Replace old windows

Replace old furnace

Properly maintain furnace; keep clean & unblocked

Carpool whenever possible

Purchase energy-efficient appliances & power strips when

possible

WOCAP HOUSING

DEPARTMENT PROGRAMS

Homeownership Class Schedule:

Dates: February 4, 6, 11, & 13

Time: 5:00-8:00 PM

Location: WOCAP, 540 S. Central Ave., Lima, OH 45804

Contact: Katelyn Miller 419-227-2586 Ext. 122

Financial Literacy Class Schedule:

Dates: January 22, 23 & 24

Time: 10:00 AM—12:00 PM

Location: Habitat Restore, 550 W. Elm Street, Lima, OH 45804

Contact: Katelyn Miller 419-227-2586 Ext. 122

Fair Housing Schedule:

Date: No Class in February. Next Class Scheduled for March 18

Time: 2:00—4:00 PM

Location: Lima Public Library, 650 W. Market St., Lima, OH 45801

Contact: Amber Basares 419-227-2586 Ext. 111

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of 2018

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4—Cherie Fairburn

5—Martha Ziegler

6—Jamie Gray

7—Theresa Wynn

12—Patty Rodabaugh

13-Marva Cowan

15—Stacie Francis

17—Marlene Smith

18—Stephanie Staley

January Birthdays!

19—Sharon Watkins-Crockett

21—Kelli Phillips

21—Amber Detrick

22—Shaelyn Cooper

23—Lisa Dickman

23—DeAsia Armstead

23—Carmen Gibson

28—Tosha Watson

28—Whitney Bender

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BOARD OF TRUSTEES—2019 Representatives must be One Third Private Business, One Third Public Entity and One Third Low-Income

Dick Accountius (Public)

RTA

Esther Baldridge (Low-Income)

United Way

Mayor David Berger (Public)

City of Lima

Natalie Bice (Private) (Treasurer)

J.M. Green & Associates

Glenda Cockrell (Low-Income)

PC Representative for Head Start

Pam Fitzgerald (Low-Income)

Allen Co. Council on Aging

Deb Gallmeier (Public)

City of Delphos

Dale Gisi (Private)

St. Rita’s Medical Center

Sharon Green (Low-Income)

Mercer County Council on Aging

Susan Hord (Private)

Rhodes State College

Heather Jordan (Private)

Huntington Bank

Angie King (Public)

Mercer Co. Commissioner Appointee

Jennifer Korte (Low-Income)

Auglaize Co. Educational Service Center

Ann Miles (Public)

Lima City Schools

Elizabeth Muether (Private)

Mercer Co. District Library

Norene Parish (Private)

Chamberlain Huckeriede Funeral Home

Erica Preston (Public)

Auglaize Co. Commissioner Appointee

Dan Reiff (Public)

Allen Co. Commissioner Appointee

Warner Roach (Private) (President)

City of Lima Public Works Dept.

Charlene Williams (Low-Income)

New Life Church International

Tiffany Wright (Low-Income) (VP)

Allen Metropolitan Housing Authority