This presentation highlighted two data frameworks that can support states in addressing equity: DaSy’s Data Systems Framework and Child Trends’ System Transformation for Equitable Preschools (STEP Forward with Data) Framework.
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Clear, Complete, and Confident: Submitting a Quality APR
This presentation at the 2024 IDIO conference provided information and resources to help states to build a solid understanding of the SPP/APR indicators and the nuances of each calculation. Resources highlighed included the “SPP/APR Basics” online training modules, the Checklists and Tips, and the new Data Calculation documents.
Automated Sharing of Transition Data: Next Steps for States
This IDIO Workshop on Data Linking and Integration highlighted tools and strategies to improve DLI for Part C to B transition. Participants collaborated to identify challenges and solutions with their program’s processes.
Cultivating Competencies Growing the Community of Part C Data Managers
The DaSy work highlighted in this session by current State Part C Data Managers is relevant to providing and supporting a strong Part C Data Manager community, which is especially important given the high turnover rate.
FUNdamentals of Sampling for Family Surveys: Why Sample and How to do it Well
The presenters covered concepts relevant to family outcome surveys, including methods such as stratified sampling, the importance of sample size, representativeness, and response rates. Procedures for weighting responses and writing sampling plans were also discussed.
Data for Identifying and Correcting Non-Compliance and Reporting C-12 Findings
The presenters discussed the new requirements for the FFY 2023 Part C SPP/APR submission, including information about reporting C12 data, and the use of pre-finding correction.
Cultivating Competencies: Growing the Community of Part C Data Managers
Sharing information about the Part C data manager community opportunities, presenters and state data managers discussed how DaSy can support new and seasoned data managers. Most content in the presentation was shared in conversation.
IDEA Data Systems: What States Have and What They Need
The presenters highlighted 2023 State of the States Survey data and findings from more than 50 IDEA Part C and B 619 programs. Data systems and their links to other programs are complex; learn more about how early childhood IDEA programs manage their data, link to other programs, and plan for the future.
Equitable Educational Environments for Each and Every Child: Analyzing B6 Data for Accountability and Action
This session highlighted an overview of the national data for preschool environments, a discussion of what the data reveal, limitations of the data collected, and trends over time.
Enhancing Collaboration w/ State Directors to Achieve a High-Quality Inclusive Preschool Education
This session delved into the critical content and data that must be shared with directors to ensure equitable and inclusive opportunities for preschool children with disabilities.