Why Head Start?
Families choose Head Start because it feels like more than a program, it feels like a partner. From the classroom to the kitchen table, Head Start supports children and parents every step of the way.
- No cost, healthy meals and snacks every day, saving families time and money
- Teachers who truly care and take time to know each child
- Safe, welcoming classrooms where children learn through play
- Support with health needs like vision, dental, and developmental screenings
- Help for parents with goals like work, school, housing, and family stability
- A strong sense of community where families feel seen, heard, and supported
Parents often say Head Start gives them peace of mind. Knowing their child is safe, learning, and cared for while they work toward their own goals.
ADVERTISEMENT FOR ARCHITECT/ENGINEERING SERVICESStatements of Qualifications will be received at Community Development Institute Head Start
('CDI HS') Serving St. Mary’s County, MD, PO Box 1223, Lexington Park, MD 20653 until 3:00 PM Eastern Time on February 20, 2026, for:
Project Title: 2026 Facility Alterations and Renovations of Callaway Head Start Center
Issuing Agency: CDI Head Start Serving St. Mary’s County, MD
Project Location: Callaway, MD
The Request for Qualifications ('RFQ') documents may be obtained in digital format from Matthew Hartman, Facilities Specialist at 240-720-7422, mhartman@smcohs.org or Ric Ramos, Facilities Coordinator, rramos@cditeam.org beginning February 13, 2026.
A pre-submittal conference will not be held. Proposal preparation will be in accordance with Instructions found in the RFQ. CDI HS reserves the right to waive irregularities and to reject any or all submittals.