Leading the Way: Characteristics and Early Experiences of Selected Early Head211 Start Programs. Volume I: Cross-Site Perspectives

摘要

This Leading the Way Report: What were the characteristics and implementation211u001elevels of 17 Early Head Start (EHS) programs in fall 1997, soon after they began 211u001eserving families. This is Volume I: Cross Site Features--What were the 211u001echaracteristics of EHS research programs in fall 1997, across 17 sites. Chapter 211u001eI: What was the historical and national context of the first years of Early Head 211u001eStart. Chapter II: What were the programmatic approaches, community contexts, and 211u001eexpected outcomes of the new programs. What were the characteristics of the 211u001efamilies enrolling in the new Early Head Start programs. Chapter III: What 211u001eprogram activities and services were the new programs delivering within the first 211u001eyear of serving families. Chapter IV: What challenges and successes did the new 211u001eprograms experience.