Updated in October 2024, the IDEA Part C Dispute Resolution EMAPS Survey Data Check Tool is designed to be used by lead agencies in states as they prepare their data for submission in EMAPS. The tool can identify potential format ...

Have you been approached about having your Part C program participate in a statewide integrated data system initiative, such as an ECIDS or SLDS? Or is your program’s participation already in the works?

The IDEA Part C Indicator 12 Data Tracking Tool is ready. This tool is designed for states to use as they prepare to report their Indicator C12 data in their SPP/APR.

We will continue our critical work with states, ensuring they have the tools and capacity needed to build high-quality data systems and to use data to improve outcomes for young children with disabilities and their families.

Look here for important deadlines for 2024… As we begin a new IDEA reporting year, it’s time to get ready for the data tasks ahead! Staying on track with key deadlines is essential, so we’ve reached out to DaSy experts ...

Updated with 2023 data! Maps of national status of IDEA early childhood data systems for Part C and B.

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

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.

This letter was jointly developed by offices within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S Department of Education to support increased collaboration between State Early Hearing Detection and Intervention programs and IDEA Part C early intervention ...

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 ...

Materials now available. Questioning where to start with or how to improve your child find data? DaSy and ECTA hosted this three-part online working series that started with the basic reporting requirements related to child find for Part C and ...

Are you looking to address disparities in early intervention and early childhood special education systems and promote more equitable practices and outcomes?

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 ...

August 6 – 8, 2024, at the Crystal Gateway Marriott Hotel in Arlington, VA. Data Managers Meetup Tues, August 6, from 5:45–6:45 p.m. ET in Salon C.

Part C Data Managers are shifting timelines and processes in response to new deadlines around modernization. Dates have been updated to reflect the most recent information (May 2024) from the EDFacts Partner Support Center.

August 25-30, 2024 at the InterContinental New Orleans Hotel in Louisiana. Connect, learn from other states, network with peers, and hear the latest early childhood updates from the federal agencies.

DaSy and one state’s journey to link IDEA Part C and Part B 619 datasets to enable analyses and provide a deeper understanding of how children transition from one program to the other.

Stories from two states highlight the support that DaSy and/or ECTA can provide to Part C and Part B 619 programs seeking to improve their system, service implementation, and child and family outcomes.

Explore the Connections tailored for Part C indicators, glean insights from a national early learning organization, and uncover additional CEDS early learning resources.  Discover how over 55 elements with standardized definitions, developed by early learning SMEs, can streamline your Part C ...

Effective data communication plays a pivotal role in ensuring seamless transitions for children moving from one educational program to another.

This tool can be used to chart the child outcomes summary statements (Indicator C3/B7) over time. It displays trends in child outcomes in the form of line charts, which makes it easy to track progress and interpret the data.

Are you looking for an easy tool to help you begin analyzing your data? In this video tutorial series, you will learn about the pivot table, a powerful tool in Microsoft Excel that lets you quickly slice and dice your ...

April 2024. DaSy and ECTA staff discuss FFY 2021 results from the Indicator C4 Family Outcomes data, including state approaches to surveys, data quality, performance trends, and resources.

This is a resource for Part C and Part B 619 program staff looking to share or link their IDEA Part C to Part B 619 transition notification data. This resource contains both an example use case and a sample ...

This NCPMI and DaSy resource provides State Leadership Teams with guidance on the collection and analysis of behavior incident report data from programs. It aims to help Pyramid Model (PM) state leadership teams use Behavior Incident Report (BIR) data to ...

This guide supports Part C and Part B 619 program staff in addressing equity considerations at each stage of the data inquiry cycle. The guide incorporates key components of the DaSy Data Systems Framework and the DaSy Racial Equity Statement ...

This podcast discusses DaSy’s new guide: The Data Inquiry Cycle and how the DaSy Center uses data to improve programs and outcomes in states across the country.

Updated for 2024! We asked DaSy experts for tools that are helpful for this season and for ways to prepare for what’s ahead.

Part C and Part B 619 Data Managers and Coordinators have ongoing reporting deadlines. So, what do you do with high priorities that lurk on the radar with no time to address them? Here are the areas to make space ...

In this January 2024 presentation, DaSy and ECTA staff discuss the national performance data for indicators C3 and B7, including national data, state variations in performance, and TA resources.

Stay focused with these quick tips for State Performance Plan/Annual Performance Report (SPP/APR) season for Part C Data Managers, Coordinators and staff.

Save time by identifying potential format errors, validation errors, and other errors in subtotals or totals before data for submission via EMAPS.

The FFY 2022 Part B and Part C SPP/APR packages are now available. The final versions of the packages are located on the Resources for Grantees page of the IDEA section of the U.S. Department of Education website. Additional resources ...

This is a common question that data teams face as technology becomes more advanced and the need to answer complex questions increases. Learn about considerations for deciding whether to level up your data system connections through data linking and integration. ...

Follow us to learn about upcoming events, new tools and resources related to IDEA early intervention and early childhood special education state data systems.

DaSy’s DMS Crosswalk between the Part C Data Processes Toolkit and OSEP’s DMS Data Protocol helps states identify possible gaps in documentation required for OSEP’s differentiated monitoring and support process.

This quick reference guide has important dates, links, and resources in one place to help with IDEA Part C data requirements.

This new guide helps state staff and others understand obligation and liquidation requirements and timelines, the grant funding cycle, and oversight responsibilities,

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.

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.