Governance

Head Start is governed by the Policy Council and Board of Directors.

The members of the Policy Council represent both the Early Head Start and Head Start in their area.They meet one night each month and are involved in a variety of committees. Policy Council members report at the monthly parent (committee) meetings regarding what is taking place with Policy Council. Committee involvement is not limited to Policy Council. All parents are welcome to join a committee. Each Policy Council Member may serve up to 5 one-year terms.

The Board consists of members in the community, with backgrounds in business, school, finances, health, law and adult education. They also have monthly meetings.

To stay up to date with the latest Oahe Child Development Center news, please click the link below for Policy Council Meeting Minutes.