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Active Supervision

Teachers and toddlers sitting in a classroom.Active supervision is the most effective strategy for creating a safe environment and preventing injuries in young children.

Resources here can help Head Start program staff learn how to monitor children’s locations and behaviors in a dynamic way. The collection provides strategies for staff to make sure children of all ages can learn by exploring their environments safely.

Active Supervision

All Head Start staff, from classroom teachers to bus drivers, are responsible for making sure no child is left unsupervised. Find out what active supervision is and how to use it across all program activities.