Tools and Resources
Leadership and Governance: Learning for New Leaders, Head Start A to Z
Explore ways grantees can build strong leadership and governance systems to foster positive relationships among the governing entities. Learn how this supports grantees to better serve children and families.
Head Start Program Governance Reference Book
In this training resource, learn more about Head Start program governance. Use this tool to help you unpack the governance-related regulations and responsibilities in the Head Start Act and the Head Start Program Performance Standards.
Governance, Leadership, and Oversight Capacity Screener and Certification
Programs can use this screener to identify where they need to make changes for quality improvement and capacity building in program governance. Once done, the programs can certify to the Office of Head Start that they have completed the screener.
Governance Readiness Assessment
Explore this Governance Readiness Assessment tool. Use it to help governing bodies assess their capacity to effectively oversee and monitor a Head Start program.
Head Start Program Governance: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Head Start leaders who implement strong governance systems often face important questions. Use this resource to determine if Head Start regulations and policies exist that address the issues at hand.
Program Governance, 45 CFR § 1301
This standard describes the legal and fiscal responsibilities governing bodies need to administer and oversee a Head Start or Early Head Start program.
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Resource Type: Article
National Centers: Program Management and Fiscal Operations
Audience: Governing Body and Policy Council
Last Updated: November 21, 2023