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Use this resource to help build parent and staff capacity in using books and stories for helping young children learn, manage strong emotions, deal with feelings of grief, or work on their social skills.

Playgrounds are a fundamental part of the childhood experience and should be safe havens for children. The resources on this page feature safety guidelines for designing, constructing, and maintaining playgrounds. 

The director, the governing board, Policy Council, parent committees, and management teams determine the way that Head Start programs engage parents, families, and the community.

Leadership is committed to continuously improving systems and activities to engage and support parents and families.

Parent, Family, and Community Engagement training is important to all staff, but their professional development will focus uniquely around their roles in the program.

Families feel welcomed, valued, and respected by program staff.

Families work with staff to identify and achieve their goals and aspirations.

Families are engaged as equal partners in their children's learning and development.

Communities support families' interests and needs and encourage parent and family engagement in children's learning.