For Release: Thursday, January 21, 2010
Contact: David Gillies: 202-225-5661
Washington - U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) announced today that the Southern Seven Health Department, located in Ullin, has been awarded a $1,806,976 Head Start grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The money will be used for its Head Start program.
“Early education, such as through the Head Start program, provides an important foundation for future success in school,” Costello said. “I will continue to ensure that agencies in Southern Illinois are considered for these resources.”
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