The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) provides information that will assist programs in determining the gross income of those families with members in the armed forces. Family service staff will find this information beneficial in determining the eligibility of children of military families for enrollment in the Head Start program.
Programs must comply with transportation regulations if they decide to transport children. This resource may be used by Head Start staff to better understand federal requirements for program transportation services.
Consider these strategies that help children learn socialization skills and develop safe behaviors on the bus.
Consider these strategies as you prepare for vehicle evacuation drills.
Program directors and human resources managers may use this resource to enhance their search strategies for hiring and retaining qualified staff. This article outlines each phase of an effective search strategy.
NCPMFO supports the dissemination of clear, consistent messages on Office of Head Start (OHS) priorities for the development and implementation of sound management systems and strong internal controls.
Hiring is one of a manager's most important responsibilities. This article will give you a few tips for making the most of your limited time with a prospective employee.
Grantees will find this information useful when developing policies and procedures that govern the management of volunteers.
Volunteer recruitment focuses on attracting volunteers using recruitment strategies and processes. Grantees will find this information useful when choosing strategies to recruit volunteers for their programs.
The Office of Community Services has created this guide to better inform grantees, Head Start program staff, and other family service organizations about the definition, necessity, and role of best practices in the nonprofit sector. Although best practices were first used extensively in business, nonprofits continue to recognize the need to adopt best practice methodologies to effectively achieve an organization’s mission, and meet its goals.