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Stay Safe Procedures in Early Childhood Programs

Stay safe procedures help staff know what to do if an intruder enters the facility. This resource focuses on how to prepare for and address the developmental needs of young children during stay safe drills.

Eligibility Reference Sheet

Use these reference charts to identify the types of documents that can be used to verify Head Start eligibility.

Selection Criteria Development Worksheet

Use this worksheet to identify and evaluate the sources of data used to develop and maintain your program’s selection criteria.

Analyzing Turnover and Retention

Use this sorting activity to analyze your programs turnover and retention metrics.

Readiness for Change Assessment Tool

Use this tool to engage teams in discussions that gauge their thinking and readiness to move forward with a change initiative.

Education Requirements for Human Resources Professionals

Programs should consider these qualities, skills, and capacities when hiring a Head Start human resources professional.

Tax Time Checklist: Prepare for Tax Season

Use this checklist to gather the information you need to file your 2024 taxes. Share it with families in your program to help them get ready for tax season, even if they don't usually file.

Approaches to Learning During the Third Year of Life

As children play, their brain builds connections that support many skills, including the skill of self-regulation. Learn how you can be the child’s most important teacher and “guide on the side” as they play.

Approaches to Learning During the Second Year of Life

Toddlers learn by following their curiosity. Learn how to support them as they gain new skills and concepts by exploring and experimenting. Discover ways you can guide their learning as they engage with the world.

Approaches to Learning During the First Year of Life

Infants are born ready to learn. Learn strategies to support babies’ sensory experience of the world around them during their first year of life.

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