Leadership and governance are the bedrocks of effective management. Head Start program leadership consists of three key entities: the governing body/Tribal Council (i.e., legal and fiscal responsibilities), Policy Council/parent committees (i.e., set program direction), and management staff (i.e., day-to-day operations). These entities work together to provide leadership and strategic direction. Explore resources to help grantees navigate these tasks and relationships. Learn how to build communication and information systems that connect internal and external stakeholders. Find resources to help design and distribute reports and manage recordkeeping activities.
Watch this Head Start Forward webinar to hear programs directors discuss strategies to support staff wellness during these unprecedented times. The webinar also highlights information from ACF-IM-HS-21-05.
In Part III of this series, explore the focused teaching cycle. Learn how it can help programs create a framework for classroom instruction that is intentional, purposeful, and planned in a thoughtful way.
Learn about the key competencies effective instructional leaders need in their work. Find out how leaders can support education staff through job-embedded professional learning and data-driven decision-making.
Learn more about instructional leadership and why it is important in early childhood settings. Explore the five key organizational supports to improve the effectiveness of educational settings.
Watch this presentation and discover the core elements of the wheel with a focus on how each of the wheel’s components relate to the Head Start Program Performance Standards.
National Head Start Association produced this inspiring video for Head Start’s 25th anniversary. Video provides comprehensive information about Head Start and its services.