1. Contractual period

1. Financial agreement and payment procedures

1. Compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and policies

1. Roles of all agencies/entities and their staffs

1. Oversight of services, including federal monitoring, if a Head Start partnership

1. Staff employment

1. Professional development

1. Frequency of meetings

1. Travel policies

1. Continuity of services to children & families

1. Family partnerships and activities

1. Parent decision making and involvement

1. Record keeping, transfer of information, confidentiality

1. Conflict of interest/prohibited activities

1. Liability/insurance

1. Dispute resolution and grievance procedures

1. Contract amendments

1. Contract renewal and termination

1. Signature provision of key parties involved