Category Archives: DaSy Center

Unlocking Early Childhood Data Privacy: Latest Trends and Insights and What You Need to Know

September 11, 2024. Recording now available. An engaging discussion on how the latest policy and data trends affect how States safeguard privacy.

Ensuring Access and Positive Outcomes for All Young Children: Using Data to Understand and Eliminate the Use of Exclusionary Discipline Practices

This guide provides cross-sector teams at the state, territory, tribal, and local levels with strategies for collecting and using data across the mixed delivery system of early care and education programs.

Creating Positive Change Through a Culture of Data Use and Systems Thinking

In today’s fast-paced world, harnessing data effectively and understanding systems holistically is crucial for driving meaningful and sustainable improvements. Recognizing this, DaSy, the Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center (ECTA), and the Waters Center for Systems Thinking are collaborating with four states to enhance their Part C and Part B 619 programs.

Celebrating the 34th Anniversary of ADA

On July 26, we celebrate the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). At the DaSy Center, we are deeply committed to the principles of the ADA and strive to eliminate barriers and promote full inclusion in all aspects of society.

Leading Data Linking and Integration Initiatives Learning Community

Final session: July 25, 2024. This learning community is intended to support Part C program staff by building capacity and confidence in leading and managing data linking and integration (DLI) initiatives.

SPP/APR Basics, What You Need to Know

A collection of self-directed modules that provide a basic understanding of the IDEA Part C and Part B 619 SPP/APR indicators and their requirements.

Data Governance Toolkit

This DaSy toolkit contains information, guidance, and templates to assist Part C and Part B 619 program staff with creating or enhancing their data governance policies and procedures. For each data governance topic, an overview, consideration questions, and a fillable Microsoft Word template is provided.

Get Ready for the IDIO 2024 Conference: Improving Data, Improving Outcomes

IDIO 2024 is just around the corner! Learn about our opening and closing plenary speakers. This year’s theme, “Leading for Positive Impact” will guide our discussions and inspire our efforts as we work to enhance the impact of data in early childhood settings.

IDEA Part C EMAPS Child Count and Settings Data Tool

Designed to provide assistance to IDEA Part C Data Managers and other users of the EDFacts Metadata and Process System (EMAPS). This tool offers a way to ensure accuracy of IDEA Part C Child Count and Settings data prior to official submission. The Part C Child Count and Setting Data Tool allows the state to enter their data and have any errors flagged. Corrections can then be made prior to data entry and submission in EMAPS.