COVID-19 Health and Safety Checklist and Supply List
Head Start programs can use the checklist to review their protocols for COVID-19 against national standards and guidelines. Refer to the supply list to when completing the checklist.
Head Start programs can use the checklist to review their protocols for COVID-19 against national standards and guidelines. Refer to the supply list to when completing the checklist.
Explore culturally responsive practices and how staff can help parents promote their children’s oral health.
Explore oral health literacy, why it is important, and what Head Start staff can do to improve it.
Learn to recognize oral health signs of physical and sexual abuse and explore resources to help Head Start staff work with families to prevent child maltreatment.
Learn why it is important for parents to be engaged in their child’s oral health and explore strategies and resources Head Start staff can use to engage parents in their child’s oral health.
School readiness begins with health because a child must be healthy to be ready to learn. Oral health impacts overall development and plays an important role in a child’s school readiness.
Learn why promoting oral health during home visits is important and find tips Head Start staff can use to promote oral health during home visits.
A healthy mouth is important for adults’ overall health and well-being. When adults have a healthy mouth, they can speak clearly, eat healthy foods, look healthy, and feel good about themselves.
Explore information and strategies Head Start staff can use to promote positive oral health practices among pregnant women, parents, and Head Start staff.
Oral health providers maintain and improve the oral health of pregnant women and children. Learn how they can help Head Start staff achieve their oral health goals.