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Transition Overview Current to Future. Welcome. Goal – The purpose of this session is to share information with currently rated programs about the revisions to Step Up to Quality. Agenda Timeline for transition Overview of revised standards Outline next steps Q & A.
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Transition Overview Current to Future
Welcome • Goal – The purpose of this session is to share information with currently rated programs about the revisions to Step Up to Quality. • Agenda • Timeline for transition • Overview of revised standards • Outline next steps • Q & A
New Opportunities • October 2011 • Ohio applies for Early Learning Challenge Grant (ELCG) • Voluntary, competitive federal initiative • Partnership between U.S. Departments of Education and Health and Human Services • January 1, 2012 • Ohio is one of nine states awarded ELCG • Highest awarded amount of $69,993,362 • January 1, 2012 – December 31, 2015
Ohio’s Goals for Results • Develop and implement a system that addresses needs of most vulnerable children • Low Income • Children with Disabilities • English Language Learners • Close kindergarten readiness gap by 5% for high needs children • Expand to serve 37,000 additional high needs children in highly rated programs • By 2020, purchase services only in high quality settings
Ohio’s Guiding Principles • Single definition of QUALITY • Policies • Procedures • Verification • Inclusive of all program settings • School operated • Community based centers • Family child care homes • Based on current research and best practices • Differentiated and measurable
Ohio’s Guiding Principles • Essential – things with most significant impact • Achievable and sustainable - promotes continuous improvement • Simple, understandable, clear • Flexible on how achieved • Meet commitments in the ELCG
SUTQ Overview of Revisions Identifies key areas of revision Compares current to revised Introduces new terminology
Current Rating Extension • Programs rated by October 1, 2013 will have their rating expiration date extended by one year. • Example: Program is renewed/rated a Step 2 rating on May 5, 2013. • October 1, 2013 - Program will transition to new assigned rating of a Step 3 in 5 Star system • The program’s rating expiration date will be extended one year to May 5, 2015. • Program eligible to request an increase in their rating six months from rating date – November 5, 2013.
Revised Model • Building Blocks – Steps 1-3 • Must meet all Program Standards at one level before progressing to the next • Points – Steps 4 & 5 • Must meet all Program Standards at Step 3 • Points are earned by meeting selected Program Standards • At least one point must be earned in each of the four domains • Optional points can also be earned for Staff/Child Ratio/Group Size • and Accreditation
Benchmarks to Domains Early Learning Learning and Development Administrative Practices Administrative and Leadership Practices Staff Education and Qualifications Staff Qualifications and Professional Development Specialized Training New: Family and Community Partnerships Staff/Child Ratio and Group Size Extra Points: Staff/Child Ratio and Group Size, Accreditation
Classroom Observation Tool Program Standard: Program supports each child’s development by providing well-structured learning environments and positive interactions among staff and children. Classroom Environment Elements Materials Schedule Organization Curriculum • State created tool used with • Steps 3-5 • Seven Elements with 3-5 • Indicators in each Element • Used in random sample of • classrooms • In final stages of development • and review Staff/Child Interactions Elements Responsiveness Instructional Strategies Guidance/Behavior Management
Staff/Child Ratio and Group Size Optional Extra Points • Infants & Toddlers (6 points) • Birth to < 18 months 1:4/2:8/3:10 • 18 to 30 months 1:5/2:10 • 30-36 months 1:6/2:12 • Mixed Age, 0 to 36 months 1:4/2:8/3:10 • Infants & Toddlers (4 points) • Birth to < 18 months 1:5/2:10 • 18 to 30 months 1:6/2:12 • 30 to 36 months 1:7/2:14 • Mixed Age 0 to 36 months 1:5/2:10 • Preschool and School Age (4 points) • 48 months to < school age 1:12/2:24 • 36 to < 48 months 1:10/2:20 • Mixed Age, 36 months to < school age1:10/2:20 • K to age 14 1:15 • Preschool and School Age (2 points) • 36 to < 48 months 1:11/2:22 • 48 months to < school age 1:13/2:26 • Mixed Age, 36 months to < school age 1:11/2:22 • K to age 14 1:16
Accreditation Optional Extra Points Program is accredited from an approved accrediting body (5 points)
Next Steps ODJFS/ODE Release final DRAFT SUTQ Standards for Programs and Type A Homes Schedule and deliver information sessions on 5 Star rating and verification process Schedule and deliver training on Ohio’s Early Learning & Development Standards Finalize Guidance Document Begin formal clearance process for SUTQ rules
Next Steps Programs Visit www.earlychildhoodohio.org to stay informed of revisions and associated timelines Attend information sessions & SUTQ training Review and comment on SUTQ rules during clearance period Seek technical assistance if needed
Closing Activity Complete the 3-2-1 activity • List three things you already knew before the presentation • List two things you learned today • List one question you have
Thank You Please visit www.earlychildhoodohio.org for information regarding future SUTQ Information Sessions Patti Donofrio Patricia.donofrio@jfs.ohio.gov
