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Staff Well-being

Explore ways to promote a culture of physical and mental wellness for young children and the adults who care for them.

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COVID-19 Updates and Planning

Access featured resources and guidance that will help programs move toward fully operational, in-person comprehensive services.

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New Standards for Vaccination and Masking

Dr. Futrell discusses the new masking and COVID-19 vaccination requirements for staff, and the reasons they are so important for the Head Start community.

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About Head Start

The Office of Head Start (OHS) helps young children from low-income families prepare to succeed in school through local programs. Head Start and Early Head Start programs promote children's development through services that support early learning, health, and family well-being.

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Review the steps to apply for a Head Start Program.

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FY 2022 Head Start Monitoring Protocols

Explore the instruments used to gather information to assess core performance areas of Head Start and Early Head Start grant recipients.

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Head Start Heals Campaign

Find ways to effectively work with mental health consultants, address challenging behaviors, and have difficult conversations with families.

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Five Questions for Child Development Experts

This video series focuses on a variety of topics technical assistance providers can use during social distancing and challenging times.

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