Title I Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY)
Is your three, four, or five-year old child ready to start school?
Consider this FREE opportunity for parents of Preschool Youngsters!
The Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) is a parent involvement and school readiness program offered without cost to parent participants. The HIPPY Model offers free home-based early childhood education for three, four and five year old children working with their parent(s) as their first teacher. The parent will receive a set of developmentally appropriate materials, curriculum and books designed to strengthen their children's cognitive skills, early literacy skills, social/emotional and physical development.
Did you say this is FREE?
Yes! HIPPY is free for participating families.
All materials, including books and activity packets, are provided at no cost. You will also receive ongoing support from a trained Home Visitor throughout the program.
HIPPY is here to support you with simple tools, guidance, and encouragement to help your child learn and grow at home. Through fun, easy activities and weekly support, you can build your child’s confidence and your own.
Who can participate in HIPPY?
HIPPY is for parents and caregivers with children ages 2 to 5.
You may be a great fit if you:
- Want to prepare your child for school
- Enjoy spending time learning and playing with your child
- Are open to weekly support and guidance
HIPPY welcomes families from all backgrounds and experiences. Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) Interest Form – Fill out form
What are the enrollment qualifications for enrolling in the HIPPY Program?
HIPPY Eligibility Criteria: The program restricts the segregated Federal TANF funds for serving needy families who have a minor child who is a U.S. citizen or qualified noncitizens, ages two through five years of age, living with a custodial parent or caretaker relative. To be eligible for TANF services, individuals must:
- Be a legal resident of Florida.
- Be a US citizen or qualified non-citizen. If a child is a US citizen or qualified alien, they can participate in the HIPPY program even if their parent is not a US citizen or qualified alien.
- Have a child living in your home who is 18 or younger or be 18 years old and the household head.
- Have a child/family income less than 200% of the federal poverty level.
- Have countable assets equal to or less than $2,000.
- Provide HIPPY Child Social Security Number.
- Cooperate with child support enforcement.
- Ensure children under age 5 are up to date with childhood immunizations.
If you are interested in the HIPPY program, please complete this form Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) Interest Form – Fill out form which will go directly to the program coordinator, Iris Starkes-Butler. Mrs. Starkes-Butler will contact you to support you in the process.
If you would like more information about the Title One HIPPY Program, please contact Iris Starkes-Butler at 352-671-4181.
Title I HIPPY Program
On the campus of Fordham Early Learning Academy
4000 West Anthony Road
Ocala, FL 34475