These individual state profiles show Head Start Program Information Report (PIR) data for 2007, which all programs are required to report to the federal government on an annual basis. Data include information on programs, participants, families, and staff for all Head Start programs in each state, including preschool, Early Head Start, American Indian and Alaskan Native Head Start, and Migrant or Seasonal Head Start. Available for all states plus six territories.
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Early Childhood Education in the ARRA: Opportunities for Helping Low-income Children and their Families
This presentation highlights funding opportunities in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) for supporting young children and their families, quality early learning experiences, and healthy and supportive communities.
Spruce up the classroom during the hot season and let the children learn something new with these fun and interactive bulletin board ideas.
When hiring daycare staff, background checks are imperative. Daycare background checks help keep children safe and protect daycare businesses.
Looking for fun field trips for preschoolers that are age appropriate? Consider these safe, fun, and educational outings that support early childhood education.
Summer themed picture books can connect children to nature and inspire them to think about, explore, and preserve the animals and plants in their own backyards.
Hanging student made artwork in the classroom will give the young artist a true sense of pride. Multiple display ideas, concepts, and options will be discussed.
Alphabet recognition activities can help preschoolers successfully learn to write and recognize the Letter M as well as identify objects beginning with the Letter M.
What is process art, and how is it different from product based art? This article helps to outline some key features of both process and product art for preschoolers.
As part of its ongoing Charting Progress for Babies in Child Care project, CLASP is profiling state examples of specific policy initiatives states are undertaking to improve child care for infants and toddlers. State examples posted recently include child care licensing, child care subsidy, and quality enhancement policies.
