Parent and Family Engagement Basics

Head Start programs are committed to supporting not just the children they teach, but their parents and families, too. No matter the role, program staff have the ability to influence and increase family engagement. With the right tools, every staff member at each Head Start center can build positive and healthy relationships with children and families! This course dives into the Office of Head Start’s rich Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Framework. Learners understand the key role family culture and communication play in healthy child development and learn practical strategies to implement right away to develop and maintain strong parent relationships. This course aligns with: ✓ The Office of Head Start's 1302.50 Family engagement requirement.