Category Archives: 2023

2021 State of the States Brief: The COVID-19 Pandemic as Captured by Part C and Part B 619 Data Systems

The COVID-19 pandemic presented unique challenges for states’ Part C and Part B 619 data collection and reporting. The spring 2021 State of the States survey provides a snapshot of the types of data states and territories were able to collect during the early stage of the pandemic (between late 2020 and early 2021) and how they collected the data. Lessons learned from the pandemic can help states improve data collection around telehealth services and prepare for future data disruptions, such as natural disasters.

Application for Technical Assistance (TA) on Integrating Child Outcomes Measurement and IEP Processes

The ECTA Center in collaboration with the DaSy Center is inviting Part B, Section 619 Coordinators to apply to participate in a cohort focused on integrating child outcomes measurement and IEP processes.

Part C Data Tips – Start of A New Reporting Year

The Part C Data Managers Learning Community recommends these top Part C Annual Data tasks to tackle now as “SPP/APR Season” is quickly approaching.

Navigating IDEA and FERPA To Protect Privacy in Today’s Early Childhood World

September 22, 2023. This webinar will discuss the protection of personally identifiable information (PII) and data sharing from the standpoint of IDEA and Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) requirements. Topics important to privacy such as – confidentiality, participating agencies, data sharing, access, records, parental consent, increased use of technology in communication and telehealth options will be addressed.

Poster: DaSy, The Center for IDEA Early Childhood Data Systems

Conference: OSEP Leadership Conference Date: July 2023 Presenter: Sue Barlow, Michelle Lewis, Nicholas Ortiz, Kellen Reid In this poster from the 2023 OSEP Leadership Conference, DaSy highlights its mission, services, […]

Data Sharing Agreement Checklist: Early Hearing Detection, and Intervention Program (EHDI) and Part C

This checklist has been developed by the EHDI Outcomes Committee as a resource for state Part C and EHDI staff to use as they develop Data Sharing Agreements, consistent with the federal requirements under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

Expanding your SLDS to Include Special Populations

Conference: NCES STATS-DC Date: August 2023 Presenter: Ginger Elliott-Teague, Erik Friend, Kathi Gillaspy, Leah Piatt The presenters highlighted why states should incorporate data about special child populations into the SLDS […]

Comment Period Announced on Part C Information Collection Packages

Interested persons can submit comments on two recently published Part C information collection packages. Comments for Child Count, Settings, and Exiting (OMB 1820-0557) should be submitted on or before and […]

Part C Data Managers Listening Session on OSEP General Supervision Guidance

August 22, 2023, 11:00 am-12:00 pm PT / 2:00-3:00 pm ET OSEP’s recently released a guidance document: State’s General Supervision Responsibilities under Parts B and C of the IDEA: Monitoring, […]

Exploring Notification: How Data Are Communicated to Initiate Transition

August 3, 2023. This webinar highlighted examples of data sharing, linking, and integration for transition notification, the initial step of the transition process. The presenters shared key resources, state examples, and strategies for communicating data between EI and ECSE programs.

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