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Does My Child Have Physical Developmental Delays? The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) designed this tool to serve as a guide in determining concerns. Website
DREAMMS for Kids, Inc. The DREAMMS for Kids, Inc. website is a resource for parents and educators working with children with special needs. It facilitates the use of computers, assistive adaptive technologies, and quality instructional technologies for students and youths with special needs in schools, home or in the community. The site offers links, products for purchase, regional agency information, and regional support groups. Website
Dual Language Learners Toolkit This toolkit provides resources that can be used to support young children who are learning their home languages and English. It is divided into three sections: administrators and managers; teachers, caregivers, and family services staff; and families. First, watch the video and then select from the links below to start exploring the available materials. Website
Early Care and Education Environment Indicators and Elements of High-Quality Inclusion From the Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center (ECTA), "The Early Childhood Education Environment (ECEE) Indicators detail the key elements that are necessary for implementing high-quality inclusive practices in early childhood settings. They are designed to assist personnel in providing effective supports and services to young children with disabilities. It is assumed that all federal and state legal requirements are in place. These indicators are not meant to examine federal and state requirements. They are intended to enhance high-quality inclusive practices implemented by early care and education personnel." Website
Early Childcare Provider's Guide to Managing Challenging Behaviors Autism Speaks has published this toolkit to assist early childcare providers to improve their management of challenging behaviors in the classroom. Although the focus is on children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, the intervention strategies and positive behavioral methods described in the toolkit can be used for any child struggling with attention deficits, intellectual disability, anxiety and delayed social skills. Document
Early Childhood Center The Early Childhood Center of Indiana University Bloomington works to enhance the quality of care and education for all young children (birth through five years), including children with disabilities. Center activities encompass research, training, leadership, and collaboration with families, communities, and early care and education services that touch the lives of young children. Research information, resource books, training, and videos are available through this site. Website
Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center The Office of Head Start recently launched the completely redesigned Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center (ECLKC) website. The Office of Head Start (OHS) helps young children from low-income families prepare to succeed in school through local programs. Head Start and Early Head Start programs promote children's development through services that support early learning, health, and family well-being. Website
Early Childhood Special Education and ESSA: A Great Opportunity for All In this blog post, Donna Spiker, Kathleen Hebbeler, Debbie Cate, and Sharon Walsh explain how states and districts can and should prioritize the inclusion of children with disabilities in efforts to improve early learning programs. Website
Early Childhood Special Education: The Role of the ECSE Teacher Join us as we hear from our CICC Intern, Loretta Campbell, Early Childhood Special Educator (ECSE) and Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Master’s student.  We discuss the role of the ECSE teacher and the relationship between special education and child care, highlighting key relationship-building and support for the family which benefits the child and all who care for them. Podcast
EARLY CHILDHOOD SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION PREVENTION PROGRAM In July 2021, the passing of HB 2166 and SB 236 by Oregon legislature established the Early Childhood Suspension and Expulsion Prevention Program and launched a study on Oregon’s use of suspension and expulsion in early childhood care and education programs. In the 2022 Legislative Session, HB 5202 approved the full $5.8 million funding for the program. The purposes of the Early Childhood Suspension and Expulsion Prevention Program are to:   Reduce the use of suspension, expulsion, and other forms of exclusionary discipline in early care and education (ECE) programs, and   Reduce disparities in the use of suspension, expulsion, and other forms of exclusionary practices in ECE programs based on race, ethnicity, language, ability, or gender. Website
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