The Standards in Action Vignettes provide examples of how programs can implement specific Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS). Program leaders can use them as “discussion starters” with staff and other stakeholders to reflect on and identify the most appropriate ways to address and implement the standard in their program. Program leaders can use the vignettes to:
- Identify how their program is like or unlike the program in the vignette
- Identify processes and questions to consider within the vignette and add ones specific to their program
- Discuss how their program is implementing or will implement the HSPPS, using the vignette as a guide
- Create their own vignette for professional development and communication purposes
Assessment for Individualization
Use this vignette to reflect on and meet the standards around child screening and assessment for individualization.
Coordinated Approach to Supporting Dual Language Learners
Discover ways promote a program-wide coordinated approach to supporting dual language learners and their families.
Curriculum Fidelity
Find out how program leaders work with others to identify the most appropriate ways to meet the standards around curriculum fidelity.
Home-Based Curriculum
Identify ways to put the Head Start Program Performance Standards on home-based curricula into practice.
Implementing a Research-Based, Coordinated Coaching Strategy
Learn how staff can apply the Head Start Program Performance Standards to coaching. Find out how to put a research-based, coordinated coaching strategy into practice.
Interim Services for Children with Disabilities or Suspected Delays
Learn more about the Head Start Program Performance Standards as they relate to interim services. Identify ways to put these standards into practice.
Preventing Suspension and Expulsion
Find guidance around the best practices and regulations that require programs to severely limit or prohibit the suspension and expulsion of all enrolled children.
Promoting Learning Through Approaches to Rest, Meals, Routines, and Physical Activity
Find out how teachers can promote children’s learning outcomes during routine indoor and outdoor activities.
Services for Children Who Do Not Qualify for IDEA
This vignette provides guidance for supporting children who do not qualify for Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) services.
Services for Children Who Do Not Qualify for IDEA: Fact Sheet
Review information about the laws and regulations related to supporting children who do not qualify for Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) services.
Supporting Teachers to Meet Staff Qualifications
Learn to identify appropriate practices for meeting the Head Start Program Performance Standards on staff qualifications.
Tribal Language Preservation and Revitalization
Find out how this Standards in Action vignette addresses the requirements for tribal language preservation and revitalization.
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National Centers: Early Childhood Development, Teaching and Learning
Last Updated: January 19, 2024