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How can I get my child into Head Start?

Contact the Head Start or Early Head Start agency serving your community. Your local Head Start agency will provide the required forms and answer questions about the program. The local agency will also help you find the Head Start Center closest to your home.

Find the Head Start program in your area.

What are the requirements for Head Start staff and teachers?

Staff qualifications are explained in the Head Start Program Performance Standards, 45 CFR Part 1304.52, and may be found at:
www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/hsb/performance/1304/1304_d3.htm.

These standards were printed as a Final Rule in the Federal Register on November 5, 1996. Head Start requires all classroom teachers to obtain credentials that demonstrate their competence to work with children.

You may find job opportunities with the National Head Start or Early Head Start on their web site. You may want to contact you local Head Start program for more up to date openings. Find the Head Start program in your area.

How can an organization apply for a grant to start a Head Start or Early Head Start program?

Visit the Office of Head Start Web Site for information on applying for a grant.

Can volunteers assist at Head Start centers?

Local Head Start programs have coordinators of volunteer services to recruit and train volunteers to fill their responsibilities. One goal of volunteer training and experience is to enable parents and other low-income community volunteers to gain the skills and experience needed to qualify for employment.

Find the Head Start program in your area.

What do I do if I have a problem with a Head Start Program?

The 10 Administration for Children and Families Regional Offices and the Head Start Bureau's American Indian - Alaska Native and Migrant and Seasonal Program Branches award grants for Head Start programs and oversee their administration.

Complaints regarding adherence to Head Start regulations should be directed to the Regional Office responsible for the state in which the Head Start program you are concerned about is located. A list of these offices and their addresses and phone numbers is available at
www.headstartinfo.org/partnership/regionalmap.htm.

Can I receive current Head Start information automatically by e-mail alert services?

At the national level, subscribe to:

What's New at Head Start and Head Start Information and Publication Center.

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Home About Virginia Head Start Find a Head Start Program Success Stories Resources & Links Member Central News & Events Virginia Head Start Association PO Box 876 Lynchburg, VA 24505	About Virginia Head Start In This Section » Why is Early Childhood Important? VA Head Start Outcomes Annual Report FAQs Board of Directors Virginia Head Start Collaboration Office Bylaws Frequently Asked Questions How can I get my child into Head Start? Contact the Head Start or Early Head Start agency serving your community. Your local Head Start agency will provide the required forms and answer questions about the program. The local agency will also help you find the Head Start Center closest to your home. Find the Head Start program in your area. What are the requirements for Head Start staff and teachers? Staff qualifications are explained in the Head Start Program Performance Standards, 45 CFR Part 1304.52, and may be found at: www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/hsb/performance/1304/1304_d3.htm. These standards were printed as a Final Rule in the Federal Register on November 5, 1996. Head Start requires all classroom teachers to obtain credentials that demonstrate their competence to work with children. You may find job opportunities with the National Head Start or Early Head Start on their web site. You may want to contact you local Head Start program for more up to date openings. Find the Head Start program in your area. How can an organization apply for a grant to start a Head Start or Early Head Start program? Visit the Office of Head Start Web Site for information on applying for a grant. Can volunteers assist at Head Start centers? Local Head Start programs have coordinators of volunteer services to recruit and train volunteers to fill their responsibilities. One goal of volunteer training and experience is to enable parents and other low-income community volunteers to gain the skills and experience needed to qualify for employment. Find the Head Start program in your area. What do I do if I have a problem with a Head Start Program? The 10 Administration for Children and Families Regional Offices and the Head Start Bureau's American Indian - Alaska Native and Migrant and Seasonal Program Branches award grants for Head Start programs and oversee their administration. Complaints regarding adherence to Head Start regulations should be directed to the Regional Office responsible for the state in which the Head Start program you are concerned about is located. A list of these offices and their addresses and phone numbers is available at www.headstartinfo.org/partnership/regionalmap.htm. Can I receive current Head Start information automatically by e-mail alert services? Sign up for the Virginia Head Start Association List Serv (coming soon) to receive current Head Start Information. At the national level, subscribe to: What's New at Head Start and Head Start Information and Publication Center.