Skagit Head Start programs awarded five-year grant

MOUNT VERNON, Wash. — Skagit Valley College/Islands Head Start is the recipient of a $7.8 million grant for its Head Start and Early Head Start programs.

The five-year grant will provide base funding, training, and expanded hours of service for both programs.

Additional funding was awarded to add four learning centers in Mount Vernon, Burlington, Oak Harbor, and Friday Harbor.

The award will also create 38 new full-time positions in a variety of roles.