This 2-page document provides a summary of that an Early Childhood Integrated Data System (ECIDS) is, whom it serves, its purpose, and its relation to Statewide Longitudinal Data Systems (SLDS). Published by: Statewide Longitudinal Data Systems (SDLS) State Support Team (SST) What is an Early Childhood Integrated Data System? (PDF)
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Leveraging Early Childhood Data for Better Decision Making
A new article from the National Association of State Boards of Education explores state capacity around Early Childhood Integrated Data Systems (ECIDS) and offers examples of successful efforts, as well as suggestions suggestions for improving data use. Check out Leveraging Early Childhood Data for Better Decision Making.
Navigating the ECIDS World: The Part C and Part B 619 Perspective

Conference: 2017 OSEP Leadership Conference Date: July 2017 Presenters: Missy Coffey, Jeff Sellers, & Jill Singer This poster displays information that helps answer the questions: what does it mean to provide your program’s data to an ECIDS? What should you expect? What questions should you be asking? View Navigating the ECIDS World Poster
Informed & Ready: Questions Part C and Part B 619 Program Leaders Should Ask About an Early Childhood Integrated Data System

This 2017 brief discusses the benefits for Part C and Part B 619 program leaders of participating in an ECIDS, explores some of the questions that these leaders need to ask as part of deciding whether to contribute data to their state’s ECIDS, and recommends additional resources. It is designed to help programs reap maximum […]
Building collaboration to coordinate early childhood data: State spotlight on Wisconsin
This 2017 case study highlights Wisconsin’s linking of early childhood data between three state agencies, to improve services for children and close achievement gaps. Published by: Early Childhood Data Collaborative (ECDC) View Building collaboration: State spotlight on Wisconsin (PDF)
Using Integrated Data to Support the Transitions in Special Education

Conference: STATS-DC Date: July 2016 Presenters: Meredith Miceli, Missy Coffey, Sherry Franklin, Colleen Murphy, Kriste Elia, & Donna Johnson This 2016 presentation highlights current state approaches and describes how technical assistance is helping states link Part C and Part B data. Linked data can support providers in creating effective transitions and help state agencies see […]
Technical Considerations for Part C & Part B 619 to Engage in ECIDS

This 2015 webinar describes the technical considerations needed to make informed decisions about integrating early intervention and early childhood special education data into an Early Childhood Integrated Data System (ECIDS). Presented by Missy Cochenour, Jeff Sellers, & Bill Blandford in November 2015 Webinar Slides Webinar Recording
Big Data for Little Kids: The Importance and Utility of Early Childhood Integrated Data Systems

Conference: Zero to Three National Training Institute Date: December 2015 Presenters: Taletha Derrington & Missy Cochenour This poster empowers viewers to participate in the creation and use of Early Childhood Integrated Data Systems (ECIDS) that link data across sectors to support decision-making and enhance the health and well-being of young children and their families. Poster: […]
Why Should EI/ECSE Participate in Early Childhood Integrated Data Systems?

Conference: Division for Early Childhood (DEC) Date: October 2015 Presenters: Amy Nicholas, Missy Cochenour This presentation provides participants with information about why states are building early Childhood Integrated Data Systems (ECIDSs), and the benefits and considerations for EI/ECSE to participate in those systems. State EI/ECSE presenters describe their perspectives and experiences with ECIDS initiatives. Presentation: […]
Integrated Data Systems: An Emerging Tool to Support Services for Low-Income Hispanic Families with Young Children

This 2015 brief explores how integrated data systems (IDS) data may be an important and cost-efficient resource for better understanding public service use among low-income Hispanics in the United States. Published by: National Research Center on Hispanic Children & Families Integrated Data Systems: An Emerging Tool to Support Services for Low-Income Hispanic Families with Young […]