Authors: Linh Le, Kate Borelli, Terry Long
Contributors: DaSy’s Data Managers Learning Community
The dates below have been updated with the most recent information from the EDFacts Partner Support Center (PSC) as of November 7, 2024.
As Part C Data Managers and Coordinators head into the State Performance Plan/Annual Performance Report (SPP/APR) reporting season, balancing deadlines for data collection, reporting, and compliance is key. For those preparing the SPP/APR, there are several critical resources available to support your work.
For a complete list of reporting deadlines, take a look at our recent blog post, Part C Data Tips – EDPass and the Start of a New IDEA Reporting Year. Additionally, SPP/APR instructions and measurement tables can be found on the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) website.
| Open for Submission | Deadline | System | |
| SPP/APR | Monday, December 16, 2024 |
Monday, February 3, 2025 |
EMAPS |
>> Webinar Recording: Preparing Your APR: Helpful Resources so You Have More Fun in January.
New and Updated Resources for SPP/APR
To streamline the SPP/APR reporting process, DaSy and ECTA have updated the SPP/APR Guidance. These resources are available to help states understand the purpose of the SPP/APR, the reporting requirements for each indicator, and how to prepare and submit the report.
SPP/APR Checklists and Tips
Updated for FFY 2023, the SPP/APR Checklists and Tips are organized by indicator and align directly with fields in the SPP/APR submission platform, ensuring all required information is included. Each document includes specific tips to verify that relevant instructions are addressed for each indicator. A checklist is available for each of the Part C indicators, as well as preschool Indicators B6, B7, B12, and B17. Additional resources for Indicators C12 and B18 are expected soon.
New Data Calculations
The new Data Calculations detail the data requirements for each indicator’s calculation, referencing federal measurement tables. Each guide covers data for the numerator and denominator, necessary data points, data sources, and provides sample calculations. All Part C indicators are covered, along with Part B preschool indicators B6, B7, and B12, with additional resources for C12 and B18 to come.
Special Office Hours
Another support for Part C during this busy time includes DaSy and ECTA hosted office hours throughout each deadline session. DaSy and ECTA will also take a deep dive into the new requirements regarding root cause analysis for Indicators C5 and C6 and into new Indicator C12. Tools and resources will be provided and there will be time for state questions and discussion.
Office hours are open to all. Don’t miss these opportunities to chat with and learn from other Part C staff. It’s time to share strategies and tips!
Office Hours for C5/C6:
Office Hours for C12:
Office Hours for SPP/APR General Information:
- Monday, January 6, 2025, from 3:00-4:00 p.m. ET / 12:00-1:00 p.m. PT
- Monday, January 13, 2025, from 3:00-4:00 p.m. ET / 12:00-1:00 p.m. PT
And Don’t Forget the Foundational SPP/APR Basics, What You Need to Know Modules
Currently being updated to reflect Indicators C12 and B18, the SPP/APR Basics, What You Need to Know Modules training series is 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.
With these DaSy and ECTA resources at your fingertips, you’ll be ready to prepare an accurate and complete SPP/APR with confidence!
Do you have questions?
If you have any questions throughout the process, please contact The DaSy Center. DaSy staff is here to support you!
Intended Audience
Part C Coordinators, Part C Data Managers, and others involved in preparing state APRs or submitting 618 data.
DaSy Resources
DaSy Tools and Resources are in the process of being updated to reflect the ongoing transition from EMAPS to EDPass.
- DaSy and ECTA Office Hours: APR Indicators C5/C6 and C12; 618 and SPP/APR Data Submissions
- Updated SPP/APR Guidance
- SPP/APR Basics, What You Need to Know Modules
- Part C Data Tips – EDPass and the Start of a New IDEA Reporting Year
- Part C Data Toolkit Resources
- Part C Data Processes Toolkit
About the Authors
Linh Le is a Communications Specialist at SRI. She currently supports communications for the Center for IDEA Early Childhood Data Systems (DaSy), managing the center’s social media efforts and blog.
Kate Borelli is a Communications Lead and Designer at SRI. She directs communications for the Center for IDEA Early Childhood Data Systems (DaSy), overseeing the center’s website, content strategy, and state engagement initiatives.
Terry Long is a DaSy consultant with more than 20 years of experience with data in the field of special education. She founded SPED Data Services, a special education data consulting firm. Before that she managed the customization, implementation and daily operations of Tennessee’s statewide special education data system.
Published November 8, 2024.