Policy

For children transitioning out of Early Head Start, programs are required to develop timelines and collaborate with families and Head Start Preschool staff to ensure the most appropriate placement and service. 

For children transitioning out of Head Start Preschool, programs are required to collaborate with families and local education agencies and develop strategies to ensure a successful transition to kindergarten. 

Read the requirements for supporting children's transition out of the Head Start program when the family leaves the service area, moves to another early education program, or is engaged in migrant agricultural work.

Review the requirements for ensuring pregnant women have ongoing access to pre- and postnatal care, conducting the newborn visit, and reducing barriers to healthy birthing outcomes.

Programs must provide enrolled expectant families with prenatal and postpartum information, education, and services that address fetal development, parental depression, infant care, safe sleep practices, and more.

This standard requires programs to engage pregnant women and other relevant family members with a specific focus on factors that influence prenatal and postpartum maternal and infant health.

Review qualification and skill requirements for Head Start directors, fiscal officers, service area managers, family child care providers, home visitors, center-based teachers and assistant teachers, and coaches.