v Regular,
ongoing Interactions with HS Staff: Relationships with parents are the
foundation for effective parent engagement. Partnerships with families occur
over time and allow trust to build over time
v
Program Volunteering and Employment
Opportunities: Parents are encouraged to volunteer in the program whenever
they are interested and available – and encouraged to apply for job openings
for which they are qualified.
v
Parent Workshops and Center Committee
Meetings: All parents of
children enrolled in the Early Head Start program are members of the Parent
Committee and are encouraged to participate actively in meetings and group
activities.
v
Policy Council and Health Services Advisory
Committee: Parents participate
in the governance and guidance of the program the Policy Council, and the
Health Services Advisory Committee. In these leadership roles, parents shape
program operations and policies for the EHS/HS program.
v
Community Needs Assessment, and Self
Assessment: Parents participate
in annual program Self Assessment by serving on committees.Parents participate in
Annual Community Needs Assessment and have opportunity to interact with community partners.
v
Curriculum and Approach to Child Development: During home visits and parent-teacher
conferences, parents provide input into how the curriculum should be
individualized to meet their child’s needs. Parent feedback is always encouraged.
v
Nutritional Services: To ensure our meals are reflective of the cultural makeup of the
children and families we serve, we seek input on foods from a variety of
cultures. Parent input on the monthly menu is encouraged
