To have productive discussions and a sound working relationship, it is important that everyone have a common understanding of the terminology being used. Use the definitions in this glossary to establish a shared vocabulary between partners and stakeholders.
Official websites use .gov
A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.
Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A lock
()
or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.
HeadStart.gov
official website of the Administration for Children and Families
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