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Direct linkZigler, Edward; Gordic, Bonnie; Styfco, Sally J. – NHSA Dialog, 2007
This article provides a brief history of interpretations of Head Start's objectives over the last 4 decades. We begin with the founding goal of helping children prepare for school and the later misguided adaptation of increases in IQ scores as an indicator of children's readiness. We then discuss Head Start's more contemporary objectives, social…
Descriptors: School Readiness, Disadvantaged Youth, Early Intervention, Interpersonal Competence
