OPERATION HEAD START Part 1

Description

PROMOTIONAL DOCUMENTARY: On the development of a Head Start Center for poverty-stricken children in a Mexican-American community in the wealthy suburb of Van Nuys, Calif. Explains how the program. in only a few weeks, gave these children more confidence and self-respect to prepare them for the world of education. Shows a volunteer teacher visiting parents and children to stress the importance of Head Start. Includes scenes of children in classroom activities to help them learn English and prepare them for kindergarten.

Collection

Records of the Community Services Administration

Series

Moving Images Relating to Anti-Poverty Programs