Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center

Apply for Head Start

Head Start and Early Head Start programs provide services to children birth to age five. This guide offers information on the Head Start and Early Head Start application process.

Pandemic Flu Information

The Department of Health and Human Services offers up-to-date information on the H1N1 (Swine) flu virus. Head Start programs may review the CDC's website for information regarding child care providers.

Picturing America

A Head Start on Picturing America introduces artworks to families. The Resource Guide encourages children to interact with artworks, while a video shows a Family Night at the Museum event.

Emergency Preparedness

Early childhood programs face the challenge of preparing for emergencies such as hurricanes and other natural disasters. Find tip sheets, checklists, and resources that offer techniques and guidance.

Webcasts & Multimedia/Cinema

Webcast: Early Childhood Mental Health in Early Head Start and Head Start

This Webcast will help staff understand early childhood mental health and explore available resources to assist programs in improving the quality and effectiveness of mental health services for families.
Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS)

The Office of Head Start is offering an on-demand presentation of its Webcast discussion on the regionally-based trainings conducted on the CLASS instrument.
Webcast: Considering Conversion

View the Office of Head Start's on-demand web cast discussion on converting Head Start slots to Early Head Start slots.
Math Webcasts Series and Lessons 2008

Teaching early math in the Head Start classroom can be both fun and fundamental. This Webcast series teaches creative and effective strategies that help children learn math.