Conference: OSEP Leadership Date: July 2015 Presenters: Kathleen Hebbeler (DaSy), Bruce Bull (DaSy), & Karie Taylor (AZ Part C Coordinator) This presentation demonstrates the DaSy Data System Framework and Self-Assessment, resources created to assist Part C and Section 619 state staff in developing and enhancing high-quality state data systems and in improving the quality of […]
Developed by DaSy and ECTA, the self-assessment is an Excel-based tool that provides a structure for state Part C and Section 619/Preschool programs to record the current status of their state system and set priorities for improvement.
This tool provides a general description of what a vision statement is, it’s importance, and recommendations for how to create a vision statement. Additionally, the tool provides a checklist for creating a vision statement, example statements, and a powerpoint summarizing the main points of the tool. Published by: Community Toolbox Developing Vision and Mission Statements […]
This 2015 webinar introduces the key components of the DaSy Data System Framework. DaSy staff and state representatives share the potential uses of the framework for improving Part C and/or 619 data systems and improving the quality and use of IDEA data. The associated self-assessment tool and resource collection are also discussed. Presented by Kellen […]
This 2014 document provides an overview of the critical role of fiscal data in state Part C systems. The information is intended to help state Part C lead agency staff better understand strategic fiscal policy questions, the fiscal data elements needed to address those questions, and the benefits of using these data. By Maureen Greer, […]
This 2014 template is intended to assist states with the creation of a one-page overview of their early childhood integrated data system to share with external audiences. The template includes prompts for developing a statement of purpose including the scope and benefits of the system. Published by: State Longitudinal Data Systems (SLDS) State Support Team […]
This 2013 publication outlines the process for developing key policy questions to guide the development and use of an early childhood data system and it offers examples from states that have generated their own key questions. Published by: State Longitudinal Data Systems (SLDS) State Support Team (SST) Answering Key Questions with an Early Childhood Data […]
This 2011 document provides a vision for Massachusetts’ Early Childhood Information System (ECIS). It describes how Massachusetts engaged stakeholders in the process of creating a vision for the system; identifies essential data elements central to the development of the system; describes the goals of the ECIS and how the system will accomplish these goals; and […]
This 2011 brief provides guidance on the identification of end users and those users’ information needs. The document guides state staff to reflect on the purpose and intended outcomes of a data system, identify and prioritize the users it can and should serve, and then assess the system’s capacity to support the identified uses. Published […]
