A Conversation About Transportation Safety
Watch this webinar to learn about the importance of transportation safety for children in Head Start programs.
Office of Head Start
Grant Application
Use this tool when working through the process of applying for a grant from the Office of Head Start. Find tips, standards, and a locator map that shows you the available funding around the country.
Decide Whether to Apply
Explore this information for guidance on the types of organizations eligible to apply for Head Start funding, registration guidance for interested entities, and the requirements programs are required to adhere to after the receipt of a grant award.
Use of Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS®) in Head Start Programs
This resource will help you understand how CLASS® can be used for professional development and will explain how it is used within OHS for program monitoring purposes.
Agency Service Profile
The Agency Service Profile provide grant recipient-level information on reported demographics, services, and federal monitoring of Head Start programs.
Early Head Start Program Options
As infants and toddlers grow and change, and as family needs evolve, different program options can support them over time. A choice of program options ensures that families can stay within a consistent, supportive setting that offers strong relationships and the same full range of developmentally-appropriate care and services.
Office of Head Start (OHS)
The Office of Head Start (OHS) administers grant funding and oversight to the agencies that provide Head Start services.
Program Information Report (PIR) FAQs
This page contains frequently asked questions regarding the PIR.
Head Start History
In January 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson declared war on poverty. It launched a comprehensive child development program that would help communities meet the needs of disadvantaged preschool children.
Professional Development Resources from Other Organizations
It takes a village to raise a child. Likewise, it takes the collective efforts of many to develop resources and support those who teach and advocate for children. Below are links to federal offices, national organizations, and research institutions where you will find more resources regarding professional development.