The guidelines in this section cover how to develop audio/video presentations in English or Spanish that are accessible to all users, including people who are deaf or hard of hearing.

The Office of Head Start National Centers and other vendors are required to transcribe their own multimedia, including webinars and audio conferences, for use on HeadStart.gov.

HeadStart.gov requires all video presentations to have accessible synchronized media. Learn how to create a seamless viewing experience that is compliant with federal accessibility standards.

Review words and terms commonly used in Head Start content, noting use of uppercase vs. lowercase.

Review requirements for citing the Head Start Program Performance Standards, attributing content, and using and including bibliographies, endnotes, and reference lists in Head Start content.

Review guidelines for including photos and video in social media posts.

KUMAD is an important approach, not only for search engine optimization but also for making the site easier to use.

Use these guidelines to apply SEO strategies and best practices when developing and updating searchable content for HeadStart.gov.

Refer to these sample phrases and paragraphs used across the Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center (ECLKC). Update titles, dates, and other relevant details as needed.

The Head Start Information and Communication Center coordinates an annual process of revising and updating content on HeadStart.gov pages and files.