Head Start grantees play a critical role in the development and testing of new program approaches and service delivery models. This survey of program initiatives covers both Head Start program initiatives and developmentally appropriate curriculum materials. Each section includes an overview and profiles of programs, including grantee address, purpose, and major accomplishments. Part One, "Head Start Program Initiatives," describes a total of 50 projects in the following areas: (1) "Health," including nutrition and wellness, prevention/intervention, alcohol and substance abuse, neglect, abuse, and violence; (2) "Self-Sufficiency"; (3) "Teen Parenting"; (4) Intergenerational Activities"; (5) "Family Child Care and Home Visitors"; (6) "Computers as Learning Tools"; (7)"Playgrounds"; and (8) "Education," including programs with non-English-speaking families, the homeless, and bilingual populations. Part Two, "Head Start Curriculum Materials," covers (1) "Curriculum Frameworks"; (2) "Specialized Curricula"; (3) "Curriculum Enrichment"; (4) "Resource Materials"; and (5) "Staff and Parent Development." Two appendices include guidelines for curriculum content and an evaluation checklist. (BGC)