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Father Engagement

Father visiting children at a classroom.

Father and male caregiver engagement is a vital and integrated aspect of parent, family, and community work. Head Start programs partner with fathers and male caregivers to:

  • Promote positive outcomes for their children, families, and themselves
  • Help them develop their skills and interests and achieve goals for themselves and their families
  • Support them as advocates, lifelong educators, and first teachers of their children.

Explore these resources to learn ways to enhance your program’s father engagement efforts.

Tips for Staff Working Remotely with Fathers

Review tips for family services staff, fatherhood coordinators, and other direct service professionals who work with Head Start fathers, whether in person or virtually.

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