1302.62 Additional services for parents.
Head Start programs must provide information and skill-building opportunities to help parents understand their child’s disability and become advocates to best support their child’s development.
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
This resource collection relates to the federal law that guarantees early intervention and early childhood special education services for children with disabilities from birth to age 5. IDEA regulations apply to children in Head Start programs across all program options, including center-based, home-based, family child care, and locally designed options. They also apply to all child care partners who serve EHS children.
1302.61 Additional services for children.
Review standards for providing services to children during Individuals with Disabilities Education Act eligibility determination and through an Individualized Education Program or Individualized Family Service Plan.