Head Start Health Services Competencies
These tools, for new and experienced staff, address science-informed practices for early childhood health staff. Each is indicative of an attitude, knowledge, or skill. Use this for professional development.
These tools, for new and experienced staff, address science-informed practices for early childhood health staff. Each is indicative of an attitude, knowledge, or skill. Use this for professional development.
The ELOF framework is designed to show the continuum of learning of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. It is grounded in comprehensive research around what young children should know and be able to do during their early years.
Creating caring communities involves warm, respectful relationships among children and adults in learning environments. Learn more with the videos, handouts, and learning activities in this in-service suite.
Read a concise overview of the changes to the Performance Standards.
Fostering connections with young children is crucial for their emotional well-being and social development, creating a foundation for lifelong learning and positive relationships.
This final rule strengthens the ability of Head Start programs to recruit and retain qualified staff, improve wages and benefits, and provide consistent quality programming for the children and families they serve.
The Building a Culture of Safety Campaign features resources and in-depth support to help Head Start programs address concerns that affect the safety of children and staff.
Explore this three-module course to learn about the knowledge, skills, and practices family services professionals need to engage in the family partnership process and goal setting with families.
These episodes of Teacher Time highlight the joy of teaching and learning with preschool children. Learn practical strategies to engage in guided play, observation, intentional teaching, and inclusive practices.
Explore sustainability strategies that can help programs thrive in the face of anticipated and unexpected opportunities and challenges.