Resources
What the Infrastructure Deal Means for Head Start
Resource
November 16, 2021
Policy Briefs
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is a monumental step forward for the nation. While much more direct impacts to Head Start and Early Head Start will likely be observed in the pending Build Back Better legislation (including pre-k and child care expansion), the infrastructure package does hold some key provisions for the Head Start…
Head Start: Uniquely Positioned to Create Digital Equity
Resource
November 15, 2021
Policy Briefs
3 Ways to Increase Access to High Speed Internet
Equitable access to high-speed internet is essential to preparing children for success in school and beyond.
Parent Gauge Training Videos
Three one-hour Parent Gauge video training sessions that cover Program and Center Administrator roles, the tool, and conducting interviews.
Webinar: Breastfeeding and Early Nutrition for Infants
Dr. Kimarie Bugg talks about breastfeeding inequities in the African American community and how Early Head Start can support new parents.
Webinar: Maternal Mortality in the U.S.
Dr. Neel Shah talks about maternal mortality rates in the U.S. and how Early Head Start can support better outcomes.
Promoting Resilience after Natural Disasters
Resource
June 28, 2021
Tools
Head Start can provide support and care for those impacted by the the trauma of natural disasters while also promoting resilience for families and children.
Webinar: Early Language Development
Dr. Lori Foran talks about language development in infants and the power of gesture.
Webinar: Infant Executive Function
Experts from the Bezos Foundation talk about the importance of executive function and how babies start to develop these vital life skills.
Webinar: Early Identification of Disabilities
Two leading experts talk about how Early Head Start can support their children and families through early identification.
Webinar: Prenatal Neuroscience
Neonatologists join Early Head Start leaders to talk about the unique needs of pregnant women, new moms, and newborns.