The director, the governing board, Policy Council, parent committees, and management teams determine the way that Head Start programs engage parents, families, and the community.

Parents and families are safe, healthy, and have increased financial security.

Explore this resource to learn how supporting families in their relationships with their children promotes learning, healthy development, and later success in school and in life.

Communities support families' interests and needs and encourage parent and family engagement in children's learning.

Parents and families observe, guide, promote, and participate in the everyday learning of their children at home, school, and in their communities.

Families feel welcomed, valued, and respected by program staff.