In 1995, the North Dakota Head Start-State Collaboration Project (HSSCP) was initiated to create a statewide early childhood system to increase access to comprehensive services and support for all low-income children. This report details the project's accomplishments over its initial 5-year period, emphasizing accomplishments of the final year. Both quantitative and qualitative data were gathered to assess how effectively the project is achieving its objectives. A survey regarding effectiveness of and satisfaction with HSSCP activities was distributed to individuals having contact with or knowledge of HSSCP, Head Start/Early Head Start program staff or parents, and state agency personnel. Findings indicated that 80 percent of respondents thought that HSSCP effectively collaborated with existing public and private agencies and organizations. The report notes that the focus of transition mentorships changed from an emphasis on mentors for parents and families toward developing mentors for new administrators or staff in early care and education. About three-quarters of respondents agreed that HSSCP effectively promoted and supported accessible, high-quality care and education services for Head Start/Early Head Start (HS/EHS) children. Further, 73 percent agreed that HSSCP effectively promoted access to health-care services for HS/EHS children. About half the respondents agreed that the HSSCP has evaluated policies/procedures and has assisted in developing barrier- free policies for families. About 80 percent agreed that the HSSCP has helped improve long-term outcomes for low-income children and their families. Satisfaction levels with HSSCP ranged from 66 percent satisfied or very satisfied with the quality/adequacy of child care to 78 percent with efforts in the education area. The report's three appendices contain the survey instrument used in the study, describe the survey methodology, and contain site maps. (KB)