For Release: Wednesday, October 25, 2006
Contact: David Gillies: 202-225-5661
Washington - U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) announced today that the Western Egyptian Economic Opportunity Council has been awarded a $1,019,040 Head Start grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for its Handicapped Training and Technical Assistance Program.
"This funding will help continue a tremendous local program," Costello said. "Early schooling is a key to future success in school and a great investment. I will continue to work to provide sound learning environments for all children."
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