Fostering Effective Leadership and Oversight Systems
These training resources offer Head Start leaders the skills, strategies, and knowledge they need to implement successful, responsive programs.
Program Management and Fiscal Operations
Designing Reports and Effective Recordkeeping Activities
Find resources to help design and distribute Head Start reports and manage recordkeeping activities.
Effective Communication Systems
Learn how to build communication and information systems that connect all stakeholders and promote Head Start services.
Maintaining Technology and Information Systems
Know how to maintain the technology in your program needed to monitor continuous improvement and increase reliance on data collection and analysis.
Supporting Teachers to Meet Staff Qualifications
Learn to identify appropriate practices for meeting the Head Start Program Performance Standards on staff qualifications.
Resources for Safe Playgrounds
Playgrounds are a fundamental part of the childhood experience and should be safe havens for children. The resources on this page feature safety guidelines for designing, constructing, and maintaining playgrounds.
Non-federal Match Narrative
Non-federal matching information and explanations of fiscal issues such as contributions, disallowances, documentation, in-kind, and volunteer services can be found below. Head Start administrators and non-federal entities may find this information helpful.
Family Income Guidelines: Military Income
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) provides information that will assist programs in determining the gross income of those families with members in the armed forces. Family service staff will find this information beneficial in determining the eligibility of children of military families for enrollment in the Head Start program.
Poverty Guidelines and Determining Eligibility for Participation in Head Start Programs
The HHS Poverty Guidelines are used to determine income eligibility for participation in Head Start programs. Program staff may refer to these resources when working with families.
Extending and Aligning Redetermination Periods
Research on continuity of care has found that instability is high with low-income families. Extending eligibility redeterminations to 12 months or more provides financial stability for families. It also gives continuous early care and education for children.