Gossett opposes removing Head Start parent engagement rules
Gossett says proposed changes would remove parent engagement and parent committee requirements. She notes Head Start relies on over 800 parent volunteers and that volunteering supports career development.
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There are a set of proposed changes that would remove requirements for parent engagement and parent committees.
Head Start programs rely heavily on parent engagement and parent volunteers.
In the 24-25 school year, Head Start programs served over 4,000 families, and single-parent households represented just under half of those families.
New York City programs also hosted over 800 parent volunteers.
Parent volunteering serves as a crucial touchpoint not only to programs but to families, particularly those with limited supports.
Parents who volunteer have opportunities for career development through structured coaching.
IBO supports the continuation of parent committees and the continuation of strong parental engagement and urges ADHS to reconsider rescinding these requirements.