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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.
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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