Technology: A Key to the Future

Head Start programs must take advantage of available technologies and pass those advantages on to parents and children. Many programs around the country are using technology in creative ways, to the benefit of Head Start families. Computer technology also helps programs manage program information, track child outcomes, and document success. Internet access enables Head Start programs to tap into a wealth of resources and to share program goals and achievements with people in their communities and around the country. In short, everyone in Head Start can benefit from the use of technology.

This issue of the Head Start Bulletin describes some of the ways that Head Start programs are making innovative use of technology to achieve program goals. All aspects of the Head Start program – from management to education, and from health to family and community partnerships – can benefit from these powerful electronic tools.

Technology is a priority area of the Head Start Bureau. You have a responsibility, as champions of the Head Start vision, to take advantage of available technology and to bring it home to Head Start parents and children.