Relationship-based practices promote engagement with all families. When Head Start staff engage with a family, they form a relationship on behalf of the child. These practices are intended to guide what staff say and do with families to support open communication and promote better understanding.
Explore these resources to learn more about relationship-based practices and how to implement them in your work with families.
In this series, learn more about the core knowledge and competencies early childhood professionals need. Find out how these skills are key to engaging families effectively in positive, goal-oriented relationships.
Explore the Family Engagement in Early Care and Education Learning Series. Find ways to partner with families to support children’s healthy development and learning.
Explore this learning module in professional development settings. Learn more about how to create a relationship-based culture that supports family engagement.
Explore how family engagement and practice strategies are key to building relationships with families.