1301.4 Parent committees.
This standard outlines how to establish, and the requirements for, parent committees in program governance.
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Organizational Leadership
Leadership and governance are the bedrocks of effective management. Head Start program leadership consists of three key entities: the governing body/Tribal Council (i.e., legal and fiscal responsibilities), Policy Council/parent committees (i.e., set program direction), and management staff (i.e., day-to-day operations). These entities work together to provide leadership and strategic direction. Explore resources to help grantees navigate these tasks and relationships. Learn how to build communication and information systems that connect internal and external stakeholders. Find resources to help design and distribute reports and manage recordkeeping activities.
1301.5 Training.
Head Start agencies must provide appropriate training and technical assistance to the governing body, any advisory committee members, and the Policy Council, to include training on the HSPPS requirements.
Learning for New Leaders
In the Head Start A to Z, 2.0 learning modules, explore Head Start’s history, guiding regulations, and management systems. Find easy-to-adapt resources to tailor trainings for staff and other stakeholders.
Data and Evaluation
Learn how Head Start programs can use data effectively to make strategic decisions that bolster the success of the children and families they serve.
Technology and Information Systems
Learn how technology and information systems can help programs improve the way they provide services for children and families.
Communication
Learn how effective communication helps build the relationships and systems Head Start programs need for high-quality programming and continuous improvement.
1301.6 Impasse procedures.
Each agency’s governing body and Policy Council jointly must establish written procedures for resolving internal disputes between the two governance groups in a timely manner.
1301.1 Purpose.
Head Start agencies must establish and maintain a formal program structure that includes a governing body, a Policy Council at the agency level and policy committee at the delegate level, and a parent committee.
1301.2 Governing body.
Review requirements for the composition, duties, and responsibilities of the governing body. This standard also addresses how to establish an advisory committee.
