Head Start Act History
In what year did In-Kind become a statutory requirement of the Head Start Act?
2007
Name three resources that can be used to achieve some In-Kind goals.
Recruitment, Lending Library, Parents As Teachers, Ready Rosie, Teaching Strategies, Mighty Minutes, Intentional Teaching Cards, and CACFP take-home activities
Name some volunteer time activities.
Making copies, creating bulletin boards, kitchen assistant, and removing garbage.
This type of Head Start service ensures children receive health screenings, immunizations, and dental care.
Health Services
When did the current In-Kind volunteer hourly rate go into effect, and how much is it?
May 1, 2024 – $19.38
What type of background clearance should classroom volunteers receive?
DCFS clearance
Which three curriculum-based activities can be used for In-Kind goals?
PAT, Ready Rosie, and TSG videos
This specialized service is offered to children with disabilities within Head Start programs.
Special Education Services/Referrals
Which program does not have a Non-Federal share match of 33%?
Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership (EHS-CCP)
Which In-Kind report form is used for tracking year-to-date cumulative totals?
Volunteer Hours/In-Kind Contributions form
What form is used to record donations?
In-Kind Contribution form
This service helps families achieve their own goals, such as continuing education or obtaining housing.
Family Support Services
Name the first and last months for FY-2024 In-Kind.
December and November
Can food be donated to centers for classroom meals, if purchased with SNAP?
No, because SNAP is a federally funded program.
Who is responsible for contributing to In-Kind goals?
All ELP staff
Head Start programs emphasize this approach, involving parents and families in their child's education and development.
Family Engagement
How is In-Kind generated?
Home Activities, Volunteer Time, and Donations
What can be claimed as In-Kind?
A good or a service used to benefit the program.
How do we track volunteers?
Volunteer Status Report, section 6
Head Start primarily targets children from families with income at or below this percentage of the federal poverty level.
Can a cash donation be reported as In-Kind?