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Inclusion: A Cornerstone of Head Start

Explore the significance of inclusion in Head Start programs, focusing on supporting children with disabilities. Learn about resources for individualization and enhancing teaching quality to shape children's futures positively. Discover the impact of building strong relationships with parents to create transformative learning experiences. Uncover the role of Head Start Performance Standards in promoting inclusive practices and professional development for staff. Join the discussion on enhancing services for children with disabilities and fostering a collaborative learning environment.

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Inclusion: A Cornerstone of Head Start

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  1. Inclusion:A Cornerstone of Head Start Amanda Bryans ACF, Office of Early Childhood Development amanda.bryans@acf.hhs.gov

  2. Preschool Disabilities Services • Children enrolled in the program who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) 104,963 (12.6%) • Of these, the number who have not received special education and related services 1,290 (1.2%)

  3. Infant and Toddler Part C Early Intervention Services • Children enrolled in the program who have an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)- 28,088 (12.5%) • Of these, the number who have not received early intervention services under IDEA 276 (0.98%)

  4. The intention and quality of children’s teaching and learning experiences, and our relationships with their parents, can change the trajectory of their whole life. Program staff should learn about children’s interests, strengths and challenges from their parents (first thing at every parent-teacher/home visitor meeting).

  5. The Role of The Head Start Program Performance Standards • Curriculum • The Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework • Teaching and the Learning environment • Assessment • Individualizing • Professional Development

  6. Inclusion / Services to Children with Disabilities Resources Supporting Individualization Posted on ECLKC 2,716 unique views Disabilities Network on MyPeers: 1,325 members

  7. Head Start in 2018Better and BetterAmanda Bryans Learning from experience and data Why we are never satisfied Last year’s word Word for the year clues

  8. Almost done… A Story Thank you for the work you do. It is not only worth doing. It is profoundly necessary. For Children. For Families. For All of Us.

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