After the announcement of Head Start Innovative Projects in 1985, local Head Start programs were able to expand their services. A total of 32 projects were funded in 22 states and the District of Columbia, the majority for a 2-year period. This document reviews the accomplishments of five groups of Head Start Innovative Projects and calls on Head Start to build on these accomplishments. Innovative Projects concern child health, family support services, parenting skills, job training, and playground development. Projects in each area are profiled. Head Start program staff are urged to invite more parents to participate, further bolster skills of staff, and enlist new support for outreach projects. Three major policy recommendations are advanced; it is recommended that Head Start: (1) reduce the cost of health and dental care for Head Start children by providing preventive care from birth; (2) cluster services to increase participation; and (3) address the mental health needs of staff and families. (RH)