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RPS reports Head Start enrollment at 93.4%; board accepts report
Summary
Richmond Public Schools reported 93.4% enrollment for Head Start and the board voted to accept the report. Trustees and staff praised the teams involved and discussed sustaining and improving enrollment; questions were raised about 200-day school planning.
Richmond Public Schools told the board Dec. 2 that Head Start enrollment stands at 93.4 percent and that staff will continue outreach to reach full capacity.
The administration said the increase reflects coordinated efforts by program staff. "We are at 93.4% enrollment for Head Start," an administrator reported, and trustees praised staff for the work that produced the rise.
Doctor Harris Mohammed moved to accept the Head Start report; Miss Ricard seconded the motion and the board approved it by voice vote. Trustees thanked individuals named in the report and urged continued attention to sustaining enrollment.
Board members also asked for clarification about future plans, including which sites will be designated as 200-day schools and whether that designation will return for review annually. Administration said updates on 200-day schools would be discussed at a future meeting.
The acceptance of the report was procedural; trustees emphasized the work ahead to keep enrollment high and to coordinate support services for families and staff.
