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OHS Announces Final Rule Updating the Designation Renewal System
Aug 27th, 2020
On August 27, 2020 the Office of Head Start (OHS) announced in the Federal Register a final rule updating the Designation Renewal System (DRS). This final rule includes revisions to three of the seven conditions of the DRS.
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FDA Issues Additional Warning for Hand Sanitizers
Jul 9th, 2020
The FDA added more hand sanitizer brands to a list of manufacturers that contain the toxic contaminant methanol (wood alcohol). Anyone who has these products should discontinue use and safely dispose of the product.
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FDA Issues Warning on Hand Sanitizer Brand
Jun 23rd, 2020
The FDA issued a warning on June 19, 2020 to not use hand sanitizer manufactured by Eskbiochem, as those products could contain methanol, which can be toxic when absorbed through the skin or ingested.
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T/TAS Announces Virtual Pre-Service Training for Early Childhood Education Programs
Jun 4th, 2020
Training and Technical Assistance Services at WKU (T/TAS) announces our experienced and knowledgeable Head Start/Early Head Start specialists are ready to assist in all pre-service training sessions to be conducted via virtual platforms.
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2019-2020 Program Information Report for Head Start Not Required
May 5th, 2020
The Office of Head Start announced to Head Start Grantees and Delegates the 2019-2020 Program Information Report (PIR) will not be required this year.
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CDC Issues Recommendation on Cloth Face Masks
Apr 7th, 2020
On April 3, 2020 the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) issued a new recommendation regarding the use of cloth face coverings when in public as an “additional, voluntary public health measure.”
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EPA Expands List of Disinfectant Products
Mar 19th, 2020
On March 13, 2020, the EPA released an update to that list that contains 200 additional products, including 40 new products that have gone through the agency’s expedited review process.
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Seven Hygiene Tips to Implement in Child Care Facilities
Mar 16th, 2020
Today's feature stresses the importance of basic facility hygiene and tips for helping carry out best practices in your Head Start facility.
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More Information for Head Start Programs to Prepare for Coronavirus Impacts
Mar 8th, 2020
One question is about how to count the days if coronavirus causes closure for Head Start/Early Head Start programs.
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EPA Releases List of Qualified Products to Use Against COVID-19
Mar 6th, 2020
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a list of chemicals and products that have qualified under their emerging viral pathogen program for use against SARS-CoV-2, a coronavirus that causes COVID-19.
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Helpful Information for Cleaning Childcare Facilities
Mar 5th, 2020
Cleaning and disinfecting surfaces in childcare facilities is fundamental in reducing the potential contribution of those surfaces to the incidence of healthcare-associated infections.
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Tips for Head Start Programs to Plan and Prepare for COVID-19
Mar 2nd, 2020
To prepare for possible community transmission of COVID-19, the most important thing for Head Start programs to do now is plan and prepare.
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Supreme Court Ruling Has Potential Impact on Head Start Programs
Jan 29th, 2020
A United States Supreme Court ruling on Monday, January 27, 2020 clears the way for the current federal administration to implement an expanded definition of "public charge" under the Immigration and Nationality Act.
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Poverty Guidelines for 2020 Released
Jan 21st, 2020
The 2020 Department of Health and Human Services Poverty Guidelines have been released.
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South Carolina Approves Medicaid Work Requirements
Dec 17th, 2019
South Carolina is set to become the first state to apply a Medicaid work requirement to the parents of minor children with incomes under 100% of the federal poverty level. Other states are also considering similar legislation.
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FY2020 Head Start Monitoring Protocols Available
Oct 23rd, 2019
The Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 Head Start Monitoring Protocols have been made available by the Office of Head Start (OHS) at their website. These protocols are used by OHS to gather data and other information to assess grantee program operation & performance.
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Issues of Eligibility Fraud Uncovered in Investigation
Oct 15th, 2019
A report published by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) in September shows instances of fraud in the Head Start eligibility process, as revealed in an undercover investigation.
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National Head Start Association Rallies on Capitol Hill
Sep 26th, 2019
The National Head Start Association sponsored a Hill Rally Wednesday, Sept 25, 2019 as a visual show for Congress to understand, value, and invest in Head Start.
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Proposed Changes Announced by Office of Head Start
Aug 13th, 2019
On Tuesday, August 13, 2019, the Office of Head Start (OHS) made available the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that proposes two changes under the Designation Renewal System (DRS).
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Talking about Tragedy and Trauma with Children: Resources for Educators and Parents
Aug 7th, 2019
In light of recent events, the Training and Technical Assistance Services team wants to share resources with educators and parents to guide adults’ conversations about tragedy and trauma with young children.
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