The Head Start Program Performance Standards prescribe the management of program data and support its availability, usability, integrity, and security. Explore comprehensive data and reports about the Head Start program, including insights into program performance, research findings, and agency profiles. This section provides key information for stakeholders, policymakers, and the public to understand Head Start's impact and reach.
During the 2016–2017 program year, the Office of Head Start (OHS) used the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS®) Pre-K Teacher-Child Observation Instrument during its on-site reviews of grant recipients.
This page contains frequently asked questions regarding the PIR.
During the 2015–2016 program year, the Office of Head Start (OHS) used the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS®) Pre-K Teacher-Child Observation Instrument during its on-site reviews of grantees.
Head Start programs must establish procedures on data management and, through ongoing assessment, use data to effectively oversee progress toward program goals, needs, and compliance.
This document addresses three main questions: What do the CLASS results mean; what are the different ways CLASS results can be used, and how should CLASS results be reported and shared?
Programs must maintain child records in a manner that ensures only parents and officials acting on behalf of the program have access, and destroy them in a reasonable timeframe when they are no longer needed.
This standard outlines parental rights to inspect or amend a child record, request a hearing to challenge information, receive a copy of their child's record, and review any written agreements with third parties.
Review the requirements for disclosing child records with parental consent, without consent but with parental notice and opportunity to refuse, and without parental consent.
This standard outlines confidentiality provisions when an agency receives funds under a program administered by the Department of Education or partners with an Individuals with Disabilities Education Act liaison.
See examples of how the Family, Infant, and Preschool Program (FIPP) in Morganton, NC relies on data to inform decision-making. Data is collected through observation, research, and bonds with families. Program leadership sets the tone with a pledge to ongoing improvement and staff development. Reflective practice in both staff and families provides the basis for shared goal setting and genuine partnerships.