Love Notes from Dr. Bergeron
In her final video, Dr. B shares her appreciation for the people and programs who shaped her tenure as the director of the Office of Head Start.
Office of Head Start
Enrolling Children and Young Families Experiencing Homelessness in Early Head Start
Learn about the Maternity Group Homes (MGH) program. Discover how one MGH and Early Head Start program are working together to meet the needs of pregnant and parenting youth who are experiencing homelessness.
The Importance of Vaccines and Flu in Particular
Vaccines, especially the flu vaccine, are important protective measures. Head Start programs can make a big impact by encouraging staff, parents, and children to get these important vaccines to stay healthy.
Using CLASS® for Quality Improvement in the Designation Renewal System
The Designation Renewal System Final Rule makes important changes to the Classroom Assessment Scoring System condition. Dr. B explains how these changes promote a growth mindset and support continuous improvement.
Comprehensive Services: The Foundation of Head Start
Find out how Head Start staff also work with families to help them set goals, address their most pressing needs, identify their strengths, and most of all, help them find their own voices.
Revised Head Start Programs Performance Standards on the DRS
Effective November 9, 2020, the Head Start Program Performance Standards at 45 CFR § 1304 Subpart B will read as shown in the PDF.
Preamble to the Final Rule on DRS Changes
The preamble discusses the comments received in response to the notice of proposed rule-making and of the various impacts anticipate by the issuance of this rule.
Questions and Responses Regarding the Designation Renewal System Changes
Find responses to questions anticipated from the public and the grantee community about Designation Renewal System (DRS) changes.
Designation Renewal System Changes in 2020
The DRS Revisions in 2020 ensure the conditions for competitive designation target grantees with lower performance or systemic problems. The changes also support for grantees to continuously improve the quality of teacher-child interactions.
Designation Renewal System Overview
Explore this brief overview of the Designation Renewal System (DRS) background and conditions.