Types of Grants
This illustration provides an overview and description of various funding opportunities for grantees. Grantees may find this information useful when applying for grants.
This illustration provides an overview and description of various funding opportunities for grantees. Grantees may find this information useful when applying for grants.
The Head Start Management Systems Wheel is a visual representation of the 12 program management, planning, and oversight systems that are critical to high-quality service delivery.
Facilities and Learning Environments reinforce the importance of designing and maintaining all facilities so they actively support children and families in both indoor and outdoor environments. Transportation supports the safe and efficient movement of children from one point to another.
This resource contains the Head Start Act of 2007 citations that relate to program governance.
Technology planning is a process that takes time and resources to understand what is appropriate for staff and the organization. Program directors and their management staff can use this worksheet to assess the overall status of their organization's use of technology.
This resource provides information about the seven phases of technology planning and how to use technology to further your program mission.
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).
Watch these video recorded sessions from the Office of Head Start Leadership Institute that address many components of quality that impact the work of program leaders.
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.
Programs must comply with transportation regulations if they decide to transport children. This resource may be used by Head Start staff to better understand federal requirements for program transportation services.