The heart of the Head Start program is our incredible teachers and staff! ❤️ Recently, the Head Start Program Performance Standards were updated to better support the Head Start workforce. The updated standards include: ▪️ Improved wages and benefits ▪️ Better integration of mental health support ▪️ Enhanced services to help Head Start programs meet the evolving needs of their communities Find all of the details here: https://buff.ly/3YOA13F #HeadStartWorkforce #NuturingThePromise | Head Start

October is Head Start Awareness Month! This month we are highlighting the positive impact of the Head Start program on children, families, and communities. For 60 years and counting, Head Start has served nearly 40 million children with decades of research showing that participation in Head Start has both short- and long-term benefits for young learners. Learn more at ffyf.org/hs-ehs! | First Five Years Fund

Discover ways to plan and implement program and teaching practices that support children’s healthy developmental outcomes. | Head Start

Learn about features of the physical and social classroom environment that maximize young children's engagement and learning. | Head Start

Curriculum modifications can help children take full advantage of the learning activities, routines, and materials in your classroom. This is true for any learning environment. View this quick video to learn more. | Head Start