These requirements outline flexibility for Head Start designation renewal determinations in certain emergencies.

This standard outlines the basis for determining whether a Head Start agency will be subject to an open competition.

This standard identifies prohibitions for designating an alternative agency.

The alternative agency identified by the Indian tribe must establish that it meets all Head Start Act requirements and the standards for designation as a Head Start grant recipient.

Review the procedure for identifying an alternative agency when an Indian tribe's Head Start grant has been terminated, relinquished, designated for competition, or which has been denied refunding.

This standard describes the use of the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS): Pre-K instrument in the Designation Renewal System to conduct observations.

Review the designation request, review and notification process.

This standard describes tribal government consultation under the Designation Renewal System for when an Indian Head Start grant is being considered for competition.

Find designation consideration requirements for a five-year period when the existing grant recipient is not delivering a high-quality and comprehensive Head Start program and is not automatically renewed.

Review grant recipient reporting requirements concerning certain conditions, such as license revocation, bankruptcy filing, and debarment from receiving federal or state funds.