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Support Ongoing Monitoring and Continuous Improvement

Fri, 04/27/2018 - 09:23

Ongoing monitoring helps Head Start programs better address goals and objectives. It also engages all stakeholders in the program planning process.

Use Data and Evaluation to Inform Decision-Making

Fri, 04/27/2018 - 09:38

Learn how using data and evaluation enables programs to make data-informed decisions. Also, find out how data and evaluation informs each stage of the program planning cycle.

Determining Non-federal Match

Tue, 05/08/2018 - 08:19

Head Start grantees are required to provide a 20 percent non-federal match. This can come through resources donated by the communities they serve and state funding as appropriate.

Navigating the Head Start Grant Process

Tue, 05/08/2018 - 08:35

Head Start programs adhere to certain financial and administrative requirements. Explore the resources below as you provide comprehensive, wrap-around services to low-income children and families. Also, find materials detailing the requirements of the grant process.

Make the Most of Cost Allocation, Cost Principles, Indirect Costs, and Budgeting

Tue, 05/08/2018 - 08:46

Learn more about cost allocation principles and practices. Find out how they help Head Start programs organize their funding sources and comply with federal regulations.

Examine Uniform Guidance and Related Regulations

Tue, 05/08/2018 - 09:00

Uniform Guidance streamlines and consolidates government requirements for receiving and using federal awards. In this way, it reduces the administrative burden for programs and improves outcomes.

Apply Effective Internal Controls and Reporting

Tue, 05/08/2018 - 09:07

Internal controls and reporting procedures protect and maximize a Head Start program's federal award.

Full Enrollment Initiative

Log Number: ACF-PI-HS-18-04
Issuance Date: 06/05/2018

This PI states the importance of full enrollment. It outlines the right of OHS to designate an agency as Chronically Underenrolled and recapture, withhold, or reduce the base grant for programs not fully enrolled.

Financial Audits: Key Regulations and Tips

Wed, 06/20/2018 - 11:25

In this tip sheet, learn about key regulations concerning the financial audits of Head Start programs. Also, learn the steps for selecting an auditor and related online resources.