The Winston County Head Start Complex celebrated its brand new facility September 24 with a grand opening and ribbon cutting.
The ceremonies featured some of the Head Start children along with local, state and national dignitaries.
Louisville Mayor Will Hill helped open the program following performances by the children. 
"This (facility) is a real asset for the community," said Hill. "This will affect the children now who will affect the future." Hill also recognize the dedication of the facility's staff and of the regional director Mattie Cooper.
Following Hill, Congressman Gregg Harper recognized his predecessor Chip Pickering for his efforts in helping gain the USDA loan for the project and recognized Copper and her staff for the hard work with their children. 
Cooper noted that the new facility was long time dream that has become a reality. Cooper thanked the community for involvement, the parents for their support and officials for the work on obtaining funds. Cooper also encouraged community members to come see the new facility and maybe volunteer helping the children.
"Come out and volunteer and I know the kinds will make your day," said Cooper.
Cliff Russell and Trina George of the USDA also spoke. The USDA provided the loans in the amount of $2,890,000 for the new facility. The new building is 2,400 square feet and offers an array of amenities to the students and visitors. The former facility was more than 25 yrars old and existed mainly in trailers. With the new building Head Start added and Early Head Start program for babies 0-2 and met full enrollment shortly after being announced., The Head Start in Winston County serves 250 children yearly on average and has 259 enrolled presently, plus the 8 additional in the new Early Head Start program.
Thje groundbreaking for the new building was held Friday, October 17, 2008 and included hundreds of Head Start supporters as well as state and other officials. Since 1965, Head Start has helped 25 million pre-school aged children as a national school readiness program.
The program provides comprehensive involvement services education, health, to low-income children nutrition and parents and families.
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by: Joseph McCain
The Winston County Journal
2010