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VQB5 Registration Now Open!
Deadline to register extended to October 3.
Child Care Centers and Family Day Homes
Phase I: Pre-Application Training for Licensed Child Day Centers
The VDOE is pleased to announce that the Phase I: Pre-Application Training for Licensed Child Day Centers has been updated and reposted on the Department’s childcare website. This training reviews the application process and important details to consider prior to applying for initial licensure. Anyone interested in opening a licensed child day center is encouraged to complete this free online training.
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Virginia Preschool Initiative
September VPI Office Hours- Special Guest Kris Meyers, Associate Director of Quality, Measurement and Improvement
VPI Coordinators are invited to join office hours on September 7 at 11a.m. Kris Meyers, Associate Director of Quality, Measurement and Improvement, will be joining to answer questions on VQB5 for the Virginia Preschool Initiative and school-based preschool coordinators. There will be no set presentation, office hours are an open time for questions and brainstorming. As with all office hours, registration is required.
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Webinar: VPI Office Hours
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Date: September 7 at 11:00 a.m.
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Early Childhood Special Education
Fundamentals of Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Administration: Webinar Recordings
On August 10 and 17, the VDOE presented the Fundamentals of Early Childhood Special Education Administration webinars. The purpose was to deliver targeted technical assistance to school division leaders who act as the program administrator for early childhood special education (ECSE) programs. This two-part series provided an overview of the Early Childhood system and key elements related to implementing quality programs for preschool children with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Itinerant Early Childhood Special Education Service Delivery Model Community of Learning for Teachers: Applications due September 8
Applications are available for two virtual Itinerant Early Childhood Special Education Service Delivery Model Communities of Learning (CoLs). The purpose of the CoLs is to deliver targeted technical assistance to teachers endorsed in early childhood special education (ECSE) who provide special education services using the itinerant model. Applications are due on Friday, September 8, 2023. The six-session series will meet weekly beginning on September 25 or 26.
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Head Start
Trauma-informed Strategies for Head Start Programs Webinar on August 23
To support early childhood programs in addressing the health and wellness of the children and staff, please join the National Center on Health, Behavioral Health, and Safety for this webinar opportunity highlighting trauma-informed strategies. Additionally, the webinar will focus on the evidence-based Ready to Learn Through Relationships Toolkit. The toolkit offers modules for creating safe environments and supporting emotional regulation.
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Webinar: Trauma-informed Strategies for Head Start Programs
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Date: August 23 at 1:00 p.m.
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Foundational TA Series Informational Webinar on August 28
The newly developed National Early Care and Education Workforce Center works to link technical assistance (TA) with research and knowledge development for early childhood leaders. Join this webinar opportunity to learn more about this foundational TA series which will provide innovative approaches to workforce policy, programming, and compensation, and professional development.
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Webinar: Foundational TA Series
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Date: August 28 at 2:00 p.m.
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VQB5 - Virginia's Unified Measurement and Improvement System
VQB5 Registration Now Open - Deadline Extended to October 3
On Tuesday, August 15, LinkB5 experienced technical issues that resulted in some users not being able to access their registration profiles. The technical issue has since been resolved, and the LinkB5 data portal is open and available to complete the required VQB5 Registration for the 2023-2024 program year. Due to this issue, VDOE has extended the deadline for VQB5 Registration to make up for the lost day. The new VQB5 Registration Deadline is Tuesday, October 3, 2023. This new deadline will also apply to RecognizeB5, meaning teachers who register by October 3 will still be considered for eligibility in RecognizeB5.
Fall CLASS Observations
Early Learning Support
Early Learning and Development Standards (ELDS) Introductory Microcredential Registration is Now Open!
A new enrollment period for the ELDS Microcredential, developed through a partnership with the Vinod Chacra IMPACT Lab at Radford University is open to all publicly-funded early childhood professionals in either English or Spanish. Available at no-cost, this 5-hour, non-credit bearing, online, self- and competency-based micro-credential is an introduction to Virginia’s early learning and developmental standards. Radford Learning Coaches are available and PD certificates can be downloaded upon completion.
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Early Childhood State of the State Updates for Summer 2023
Jenna Conway, Deputy Superintendent of Early Childhood Care and Education, delivers a comprehensive presentation entitled "Early Childhood State of the State Updates for Summer 2023 (PDF)" in which she shares key updates for early childhood in Virginia. Watch this informative and thorough review of key accomplishments and successes of the past year, as well as preview the exciting work that is on the horizon. Recorded July 26, 2023.
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The Summer - Ready B5 Recap is Here!
Click to view the latest edition of Ready B5 Recap, the Quarterly Newsletter for Early Childhood Care and Education in Virginia. |
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