KRESA HEAD START PCC
KRESA Head Start PCC is a public prekindergarten school that is part of the Kalamazoo RESA school district, located in Portage, MI.
KRESA Head Start, located at 325 E Centre Ave in Portage, Michigan, is a federally funded early childhood education program operated by the Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency (KRESA). Designed to serve low-income families, the program focuses on preparing children—typically ages three to five—for success in kindergarten by fostering cognitive, social, and emotional development. The curriculum emphasizes school readiness through structured learning environments, while also providing essential support services to help families overcome barriers to self-sufficiency.
Beyond traditional academics, the PCC (Portage Community Center) location operates under a comprehensive "whole-child" philosophy. This includes providing nutritious meals, health and dental screenings, and specialized support for children with disabilities. By involving parents in the educational process and connecting families with local community resources, KRESA Head Start strives to create a stable foundation that promotes long-term educational achievement and family well-being.
For more information, contact KRESA Head Start PCC at (269) 250-9852 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Portage, MI 49002-5512
(269) 250-9852
KRESA HEAD START PCC is a public school in Portage, MI. See other public pre-kindergarten schools in Michigan
School Details
- Level:
- Pre-K & Kindergarten
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Kalamazoo RESA
- Total Students:
- Not Reported
- Teachers:
- 2
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.