Research shows that a program’s transportation services influence a parent’s decision to enroll their children in Head Start services. So, whether your program directly transports children or contracts for transportation services, it’s important to be responsive to community needs. Use these resources to build a safe, cost-effective, and responsive transportation system.
Head Start Resources
Requirements for Program Transportation Services
Use this resource to better understand Head Start Program Performance Standards for transportation services.
Transportation Services Checklist
Use this checklist to maintain a comprehensive transportation system that is safe, cost effective, and compliant with state and federal regulations.
National School Transportation Specifications and Procedures
The National Congress on School Transportation offers comprehensive resources for managing safe, cost effective, and compliant transportation systems.
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Resource Type: Article
National Centers: Program Management and Fiscal Operations
Audience: Transportation Staff
Last Updated: July 28, 2023