This short IDEA Data Center (IDC) video is an engaging animated story that shows how data inform early intervention decisions for a baby with disabilities. The Story of Data: An Early Childhood Tale also illustrates how secure data are combined at the local, state, and national levels to help leaders make informed decisions that support […]
Tag Archives: Stakeholders
Best Practices in Family and Community Engagement video series
This video series is designed to support program efforts toward systemic and integrated engagement. Rooted in the Office of Head Start (OHS) Parent, Family, and Community Engagement (PFCE) Framework, the videos highlight examples of innovative approaches to engagement that foster strong relationships with families and lead to positive outcomes for children and families. Both the […]
How to Involve Families in the Child Outcome Summary Process
Conference: Infant and Early Childhood Conference (IECC) Date: May 2016 Presenters: Debi Donelan prepared with Katrina Martin This 2016 Infant and Early Childhood Conference (IECC) presentation explores ways to authentically engage families in assessment and learn about resources that facilitate collaboration with families. Actively engaging families in the Child Outcome Summary (COS) process leads to […]
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. Why […]
Effectively Engaging Stakeholders in Data Use
Conference: OSEP Leadership Date: July 2015 Presenters: Kathi Gillaspy and staff from several states This presentation featured staff from Colorado and Tennessee sharing information, ideas, and resources for effectively engaging stakeholders in data use. Presentation: Effectively Engaging Stakeholders in Data Use
Expectations for Change in Outcome Data
Conference: IDC Interactive Institutes on High-Quality Data & the SSIP Date: Spring 2015 Presenters: Christina Kasprzak, Debra Tucker, Betsy Ayankoya, Kathi Gillaspy, & Diana Autin This presentation provides considerations for what states can expect to see regarding changes in child outcomes and how they can ensure deep, early, and meaningful stakeholder engagement in evaluation, including […]
Understanding and Effectively Engaging Stakeholders in Data Use
Conference: IDC Interactive Institutes on High-Quality Data & the SSIP Date: Spring 2015 Presenters: Robin Nelson, Amy Nicholas, Missy Cochenour, & Betsy Ayankoya This workshop highlights how the DaSy Framework can help you engage stakeholders in data use. Engaging stakeholders in data use is critical to the State Systemic Improvement Plan (SSIP) process. The DaSy […]
Infant and Toddler Messaging Guide
This 2015 messaging guide helps stakeholders talk about the importance of the earliest years of a child’s life and to make a stronger case for investment in infants and toddlers. Published by: Zero to Three Infant and Toddler Messaging Guide

