45 CFR 1306.31 Choosing a Head Start program option

[Code of Federal Regulations] [Title 45, Volume 4]
[Revised as of October 1, 2006]
[CITE: 45CFR1306.31] TITLE 45--PUBLIC WELFARE
CHAPTER XIII--OFFICE OF HUMAN DEVELOPMENT SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
PART 1306_HEAD START STAFFING REQUIREMENTS AND PROGRAM OPTIONS --Table of Contents
Subpart C_Head Start Program Options

Sec. 1306.31 Choosing a Head Start program option.

(a) Grantees may choose to implement one or more than one of three program options: 
a center-based option, a home-based program option or a combination program option.

(b) The program option chosen must meet the needs of the children and families as 
indicated by the community needs assessment conducted by the grantee.

(c) When assigning children to a particular program option, Head Start grantees that 
operate more than one program option must consider such factors as the child's age, 
developmental level, disabilities, health or learning problems, previous preschool 
experiences and family situation. Grantees must also consider parents' concerns and 
wishes prior to making final assignments.