Families in Training programs for new and expectant parents literacy training for families support and training for child-care providers direct health services or referrals to health services Mandated services may be provided directly, through contracts with local providers, or through referrals to identified resources. Eligible Providers Local school districts receive funds, and center staff are school district employees. Each center must have an advisory council that plays a central role in the design and delivery of services. Councils also may include community representatives and students. Each center continually must inform parents and guardians about the center's services.
Services are to be provided on days and at times that are most convenient for parents and children.
The centers reach more than 440,000 students. Every county in the state now has at least one center. Since 1993, every Head Start classroom has been required to have at least one staff member with a CDA, its equivalent or an appropriate college degree. All figures for funding and numbers of children served have been rounded. All Rights reserved.