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Original downloaded from:https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/guiding-questions.pdf
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The “Guiding Questions for Active Supervision and Safety” document is a self-assessment tool designed for #HeadStart and #earlychildhoodeducation program administrators to evaluate and enhance #childsafety and #activesupervision practices. It offers structured questions across 12 key #managementsystems, including areas such as #fiscalmanagement, #professionaldevelopment, #facilities, and #transportation. This resource helps leaders identify strengths, address gaps, and ensure a coordinated, agency-wide commitment to creating safe environments for children. Use it during program planning, staff training, or ongoing monitoring to foster a #cultureofsafety and drive continuous improvement.
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