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Frequently Asked Questions From Parents
http://www.ed.gov/offices/OERI/ECI/faqparents.html
       This early childhood education article helps parents answer questions regarding searches for Early Childhood and/or Head Start programs. An additional feature of the is the ability to select other links regarding the question being answered, so that one can continue to investigate answers if desired.
   
What Is Head Start?
http://www.head-start.lane.or.us/
       This local county website provides articles and facts regarding general comprehensive information about Head Start programs and the services offered. Parents can choose to view straight-forward fact sheets regarding statistics and frequently asked questions in order to better understand child eligibility and organization of such programs.
   
Head Start Fact Sheet
http://www2.acf.dhhs.gov/programs/hsb/index.htm?/html/head_start_fs.html
       This FAQ sheet compilation by the Administration for Children and Families helps to answer questions regarding the history and administration of Head Start programs, as well as describes the major components, funding, staff training, and impact. This is especially helpful for those who wish to learn how the program is organized.
   
Head Start works
http://www.childrensdefense.org/voice0497.html
       This article from CDF Reports (Children’s Defense Fund) is a glowing endorsement of Head Start programs. It begins with a narrative of a typical child who benefited immensely from Head Start and concludes with a description of the program’s reported effectiveness and lack of financial support. The article is quick and extremely readable and should certainly be read by parents who are considering enrolling their children in Head Start programs.