1303.24 Maintaining records.
Programs must maintain child records in a manner that ensures only parents and officials acting on behalf of the program have access, and destroy them in a reasonable timeframe when they are no longer needed.
Program Data
The Head Start Program Performance Standards prescribe the management of program data and support its availability, usability, integrity, and security. Explore comprehensive data and reports about the Head Start program, including insights into program performance, research findings, and agency profiles. This section provides key information for stakeholders, policymakers, and the public to understand Head Start's impact and reach.
1303.23 Parental rights.
This standard outlines parental rights to inspect or amend a child record, request a hearing to challenge information, receive a copy of their child's record, and review any written agreements with third parties.
1303.22 Disclosures with, and without, parental consent.
Review the requirements for disclosing child records with parental consent, without consent but with parental notice and opportunity to refuse, and without parental consent.
1303.21 Program procedures – applicable confidentiality provisions.
This standard outlines confidentiality provisions when an agency receives funds under a program administered by the Department of Education or partners with an Individuals with Disabilities Education Act liaison.