Head Start program

Definition

The Head Start program is a federal initiative in the United States that provides comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement services to low-income children and their families. It aims to foster stable family relationships, enhance children's physical and emotional well-being, and establish an environment conducive to growth in preparation for success in school.

Related terms

Early Childhood Education: The provision of learning experiences for children from birth up to eight years old, focusing on holistic development.

Socioeconomic Status: An individual's or family's economic and social position in relation to others, based on income, education, and occupation.

Achievement Gap: The observed disparity in academic performance between groups of students, especially minorities and non-minorities or those from lower-income versus higher-income households