Testing Your Facility's Drinking Water for Lead
The only way to know if there is lead in your program’s water is to test it. This tip sheet will answer your questions about testing for lead in your program's drinking water.
Updated Performance Standards Implementation
Head Start agencies that provide services to children and families must meet the Head Start Program Performance Standards (the Performance Standards). The Performance Standards define criteria and minimum requirements for all Head Start services. They serve as the foundation for the Head Start program's mission to deliver comprehensive, high-quality individualized services supporting the school readiness of enrolled children.
Check out this collection for more information about the updated Performance Standards, clarifying and promotional materials, and resources to support the implementation process.
Steps to Take if There Is Lead in Your Drinking Water
This tip sheet will answer your questions about what to do if there is lead in your program's drinking water.
Detailed Summary of Updates to the Performance Standards
These summaries provide more detail about the changes to the Performance Standards across key topics that respond to concerns affecting the sustainability of Head Start programs.
Timeline for Compliance with Updated Performance Standard Requirements
Review the timeline for compliance with updated Head Start Program Performance Standards requirements, as of Aug. 21, 2024.
Final Rule on Supporting the Head Start Workforce and Consistent Quality Programming
Log Number: ACF-OHS-PI-24-05 | Issuance Date: 08/21/2024