Enrollment Reductions
Log Number: ACF-OHS-IM-26-01 | Issuance Date: 08-06-2026
Head Start Policy and Regulations
Information Memoranda
Addressing Vacant Slots Due to Chronic Absenteeism in Head Start Programs
This IM clarifies when Head Start programs should consider a slot vacant after long-term absences, and offers strategies programs improve attendance.
Fiscal Year 2026 Monitoring Process for Head Start Recipients
Log Number: ACF-OHS-IM-25-05 | Issuance Date: 09-25-2025
Expanding Educational Freedom and Opportunities for Families in Head Start Programs
Log Number: ACF-OHS-IM-25-04 | Issuance Date: 04-29-2025
Promoting Healthy Eating and Nutrition for Head Start Children and Families
Log Number: ACF-OHS-IM-25-03 | Issuance Date: 03-19-2025
Reporting Child Health and Safety Incidents
Log Number: ACF-OHS-IM-24-06 | Issuance Date: 11-07-2024
Facilities Guidance
Log Number: ACF-OHS-IM-24-04 | Issuance Date: 10-21-2024
Treatment of Rebates, Refunds, Discounts, and Similar Cost Savings
This Information Memorandum (IM) provides guidance on cost-saving measures and how the savings should be treated by the recipient toward the Head Start award. This IM supersedes ACF-IM-HS-12-09.
The Role of Head Start Programs in Addressing Lead in Water
Log Number: ACF-IM-HS-23-01 | Issuance Date: 03-28-2023
Head Start Categorical Eligibility for Families Eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Log Number: ACF-IM-HS-22-03 | Issuance Date: 04-21-2022
