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The possibility of sequestration looms large as we enter 2013. In less than 60 days, it is possible that Head Start programs will be asked to reduce their budgets substantially as a result of the funding cuts required by sequestration. Estimates are that you may be asked to present a plan that reduces your expenditures by 8.2-8.9% while maintaining high quality services.

Consider the following:

• Have your leadership team, Policy Council and Governing Body been having discussions about how your program might respond to this challenge?
• Do you have plans in place that minimize the short- and long-term effects of budget cuts and that ensure a smooth transition through a difficult period?
• Have you considered all options for reducing your budget as well as the consequences of certain cuts (e.g., more claims on your unemployment insurance)?

The Specialists at Training and Technical Assistance Services (T/TAS) can help as your program navigates through these hard times with:

• On-site technical assistance to leadership teams, Policy Councils and Governing Board
• Telephone and/or web-based conferencing with key program staff and leaders
• Facilitation of discussions at cluster, state and regional association meetingsOther support customized for your program or group

T/TAS is celebrating 40 years of service to the Head Start community in 2013.

Our specialists have advanced degrees in their areas of specialization, extensive experience in operating Head Start/Early Head Start programs, and comprehensive knowledge of the requirements of the CFR 1300 series and other Federal regulations.

We have been through some austere and difficult times together before! Let us provide information and strategies that can inform your decision-making during this most challenging of times for programs.

Contact T/TAS at 800-882-7482 or by email at ttas.info@wku.edu to discuss how T/TAS can assist you today! To learn more about T/TAS, visit www.ttas.org.