Exploring Head Start Policy
Head Start agencies that provide services to children and families must meet the Head Start Program Performance Standards and the requirements set forth in the Head Start Act of 2007.
Final Rule on Supporting the Head Start Workforce and Consistent Quality Programming – Technical Updates
Log Number: ACF-OHS-PI-24-06 | Issuance Date: 10/31/2024
Workforce Policies in the Updated Head Start Program Performance Standards
Watch this webinar for a deep dive into the workforce standards that increase wages and benefits for Head Start educators and other staff.
Detailed Summary of Updates to the Performance Standards
These summaries provide more detail about the changes to the Performance Standards across key topics that respond to concerns affecting the sustainability of Head Start programs.
Director Garvin Highlights Child Health and Safety Changes
In this short video, Director Khari M. Garvin summarizes important changes in the Head Start Program Performance Standards with respect to child health and safety.
Updates to the Performance Standards: Nurturing the Promise
Watch this webinar for a detailed review of changes to the Performance Standards around staff wages, benefits, wellness, child safety, and more. It also features implementation strategies and timelines.
Timeline for Compliance with Updated Performance Standard Requirements
Review the timeline for compliance with updated Head Start Program Performance Standards requirements, as of Aug. 21, 2024.
Supporting the Head Start Workforce and Consistent Quality Programming
Watch this webinar for an overview of changes to the Performance Standards that respond to concerns affecting Head Start programs. It also introduces the "Nurturing the Promise" campaign to support implementation.
Final Rule on Supporting the Head Start Workforce and Consistent Quality Programming
Log Number: ACF-OHS-PI-24-05 | Issuance Date: 08/21/2024
Overview Fact Sheet
Read a concise overview of the changes to the Performance Standards.