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This 12-minute video was produced by the National Head Start Association in 1990 and describes various components of the Head Start program, including education, family, health, and nutrition. View this video to learn more about the history, background, and impact of Head Start on our nation's families and children.

In this video clip from the Building Blocks for Father Involvement series, Ernie Armstrong shares his experiences as a Head Start father and teacher.

Building Blocks for Father Involvement. View Clip 1 from Building Block 1, Appreciating How Fathers Give Children A Head Start

Head Start was announced in 1965 by President Lyndon Johnson. Since then, more than 32 million children and their families have benefited from the comprehensive services of Head Start and Early Head Start. In this video from 2010, parents, former Head Start graduates, and staff share how Head Start has shaped their lives and transformed their communities.

This video focuses on having a good understanding of fiscal regulations and policies. It also discusses fiscal responsibility, accountability, risk management and how to safeguard federal funds. Grantees will find this video useful when complying with federal regulations.

Homeless children experience adult-sized realities before their time. Family services staff, teachers, and others who work with families will find My Own Four Walls informative. The video shares details covered by the federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Act as seen through the eyes of a child.

This 21-minute streaming video features historical footage of Head Start from the 1960s along with interviews with more than 30 individuals who were Head Start staff, parents, and children in the early years of the program. The video will be helpful to new staff, parents, policy council members, and community members as it gives a comprehensive overview and historic context for Head Start.

This video focuses on the importance of child health and services for children with disabilities. It is part of the Head Start 40^th Anniversary series.

This videos discusses education and early childhood development in Head Start. It is part of Head Starts 40th Anniversary series.

Honoring the Past, Strengthening the Future