ERSEA Services from a Systems Lens
Systems are the backbone to offering quality ERSEA services. This video explores the elements of ERSEA and shows how they intersect with the Head Start management systems.
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Eligibility
These resources cover how Head Start programs assess the needs of communities and recruit children and families most in need. They also provide insight on which program option best meets the needs of each child and family. Use these resources to develop eligibility services that ensure consistent and appropriate enrollment practices.
For more ERSEA resources, check out recruitment, selection, enrollment, and attendance.
American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) Head Start Eligibility Through Tribal TANF
Learn how AIAN programs can maximize existing eligibility criterion to enroll additional tribal children, expanding tribal control and decision-making in determining which children to serve in Head Start programs.
American Indian and Alaska Native Head Start Eligibility
In this webinar, Office of Head Start leadership discuss American Indian and Alaska Native Head Start program eligibility for tribal children and families and addresses FAQs from the Information Memoranda.
Eligibility Reference Sheet
Use these reference charts to identify the types of documents that can be used to verify Head Start eligibility.
Discussing Program Eligibility and FEM
Learn more about the impact of economic mobility on family program eligibility. Find tips on how to manage challenging discussions on this topic.
New Head Start Eligibility for Children in Tribal and Agricultural Programs
This page includes informational resources about the additional flexibility to serve children in tribal communities and children of farmworkers.
Letter from the Director on the Changes to Eligibility Criteria for Regions XI and XII
On March 23, 2024, President Biden signed into law provisions giving Head Start programs additional flexibility to serve children in tribal communities and children of farmworkers.
Letter from the Director to MSHS Leaders
Read Director Garvin’s letter on the changes to Head Start eligibility criteria for Migrant and Seasonal Head Start programs.
Letter from ACF's Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary to Tribal Leaders
ACF's Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Jeff Hild addresses changes to the eligibility criteria for American Indian and Alaska Native Head Start programs.
Introducing the Tribal Request for Information
The Office of Head Start has published a Request for Information inviting public comment on rules, regulations, and current TTA supports available to the American Indian and Alaskan Native Head Start programs.
