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Community Assessment

Hand holding a family cut on paper.This analysis provides information about the needs and resources of Head Start-eligible families and the community within a service area. This process informs the goal setting and design of new programs. Programs must review and update this data annually and the resources listed below offer assistance.

Community assessment, along with self-assessment, is one of the 12 program management systems on the Management Systems Wheel.

Build on a Responsive Community Assessment

The community assessment is a way to jumpstart the program planning process. Learn how the assessment helps Head Start programs provide key services to the children and families that need them.