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The Music Therapy Program in a Head Start setting is a specialized initiative designed to enhance the social, emotional, cognitive, and motor development of young children through structured musical activities. This program integrates evidence-based music therapy techniques with the Head Start curriculum to support the holistic development of children aged 3-5 years, particularly those from low-income families.

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Program goals & Impact

Promote Emotional Expression:

Use music to help children express their feelings and emotions in a safe and constructive manner.

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Enhance Social Skills:

Facilitate cooperative activities and group interactions to improve social skills such as sharing, turn-taking, and empathy.

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Support Cognitive Development:

Foster language development, attention, and memory through musical activities and storytelling.

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Develop Motor Skills:

Use rhythm and movement-based activities to support fine and gross motor skills.

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Encourage Creativity and Self-Expression:

Provide opportunities for creative expression through singing, playing instruments, and improvisation.​

Total Program Participation to Date:

5,337

 

2025 - 843

(as of 3/31)

 

2024- 2767

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2023- 1,727

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