Clarifying Expectations for Expanding Reach in Uncertain Times FAQs
These FAQs respond to expectations, highlight strategies, and workforce growth.
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ERSEA
Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, and Attendance (ERSEA) tasks are some of the most important work performed by Head Start programs. ERSEA governs how programs determine eligibility, enroll children, and track attendance. Discover resources to help programs assess the needs of their communities and recruit the children and families most in need. Explore materials and tools to help programs market their services, and develop and implement selection criteria. Also, find resources to identify community partners and better address community needs.
Intentional Workforce Planning FAQs
These FAQs respond to questions related with retention and attraction of talent for the Head Start workforce.
Is the United States Your New Home?
Share information about Head Start services with families who are new to the United States. The customizable flyer is available in several languages.
#GetaHeadStart Recruitment Resources
Discover resources to help you enhance your recruitment efforts and connect with families eligible for Head Start services.
#GetaHeadStart Alumni Stories
Check out these videos from Head Start alumni to learn how being a Head Start student gave them a head start in life.
#GetaHeadStart: Dr. Bernadine Futrell
Watch the former Office of Head Start Director Dr. Bernadine Futrell talks about her time as a Head Start student and what that meant to her and her family.
#GetaHeadStart: Darren Walker
Hear Ford Foundation President Darren Walker explain how his experience with the Head Start program helped him succeed and find a passion for human rights.
#GetaHeadStart: Angel Taveras
Listen to Angel Taveras, former mayor of Providence and proud graduate of both the Head Start program and Harvard University, as he discuss how the program helped him #GetaHeadStart.
#GetaHeadStart: Bonnie St. John
Learn why Olympian and former White House economist Bonnie St. John credits the safe space the Head Start program gave her as a child for the starting point for her success.
#GetaHeadStart: David Schauer
Watch Professor and Executive Director of NCRP David Schauer talk about developing a love of learning early in life as a Head Start student.
