✉️ VDOE Readiness Connections Update: November 25, 2025

Virginia Department of Education sent this bulletin at 11/25/2025 12:00 PM EST

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Save the Date

December 1 - Child Care PASS launches

December 11 at 3:30 p.m. - Office Hours: Preventing Child Health and Safety Incidents. Register

Applications Are Now Open! - Inclusive Classroom Profile (ICP) Virginia Reliable Observer training – Due December 15

January 14 and 21 at 3 p.m.- Webinar: The Essentials of Eligibility and Evaluation in Early Childhood, Two-Part Series. Register

This Thanksgiving, we pause to recognize and celebrate the incredible work of Virginia’s early childhood educators and our valued partners across the state. Your dedication to nurturing young learners and supporting families is the heart of our shared mission. Thank you for the difference you make every day!

Wishing you a peaceful and happy Thanksgiving!

- The VDOE Early Childhood Team

Child Care Centers and Family Day Homes

Child Care PASS

Starting in 6 days (December 1), all attendance for the Child Care Subsidy Program (CCSP) must be recorded in Virginia’s new Child Care Program Attendance and Schedule System (PASS).

Updates:

Registration: Create your account for PASS as soon as possible. Look for an email from supportVA@kindersystems.com for your credentials, and call KinderSystems Support at 1-888-211-6884 if you have any issues.
Training: PASS training is still available. Sign up for training HERE.
Info Site: Visit the PASS site to learn about the transition and available tools for providers and families.
Tablet: If you’re still missing a tablet and believe that you’re eligible, contact supportVA@kindersystems.com.

Questions? Email childcarepass@doe.virginia.gov

Free Daily Health Observation Training

With the cold weather upon us, the VDOE is reminding caregivers and educators that the Community College Workforce Alliance (CCWA) offers free training in Health Screening for Child Care Professionals, also known as Daily Health Observation training. Register your staff today and take advantage of this free training that remains valid for three years. The training is available in English and Spanish. More information can be found on the CCWA website.

Virginia Preschool Initiative

To learn more about Virginia Preschool Initiative, visit the VPI webpage.

Early Childhood Special Education

Inclusive Classroom Profile (ICP) Virginia Reliable Observer Description and Training Application – Due December 15

Applications are open for ICP Virginia Reliable Observers: Cohort 3. This initiative is intended for school divisions and early childhood programs that plan to use the ICP to improve the quality of inclusive practices. To learn more about the ICP and the Virginia Reliable Observer Training Process, visit the LEADS site Inclusive Classroom Profile (ICP) Virginia Reliable Observer Application and review the ICP Virginia Reliability Description and Application. Applications are due December 15, and training is anticipated to begin in early 2026.

Early Childhood Preference Assessment

Reinforcement is a powerful tool that can support learning for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The Early Childhood Preference Assessment from Virginia Commonwealth University Rehabilitation Research and Training Center’s Autism Center for Education can be used to help families and educators identify items and activities that support effective, personalized learning.

The Essentials of Eligibility and Evaluation in Early Childhood, Two-Part Series

The VDOE is providing a two-part webinar series on the Essentials of Eligibility and Evaluation in Early Childhood. Participants will learn about best practices for evaluation of young children. School division team members engaged in determining eligibility for special education and related services for children ages two through five should attend. The webinars will be recorded. Recordings will be sent to all who register.

Webinar: The Essentials of Eligibility and Evaluation in Early Childhood, Two-Part Series
Dates: January 14 and 21, from 3 - 4:30 p.m.
Register

Head Start

Preventing Child Health and Safety Incidents Office Hours

Join the National Center on Health, Behavioral Health, and Safety for their upcoming office hours to support child health and safety. This series of office hours is designed for programs seeking strategies to prevent child maltreatment in Head Start settings. It will feature engagement with all four National Training and Technical Assistance Centers and breakout sessions for recipients to engage directly with the National Centers staff for targeted training and technical assistance.

Office Hours: Preventing Child Health and Safety Incidents
Date: December 11 at 3:30 p.m.
Register

VQB5 - Virginia's Unified Measurement and Improvement System

VQB5 Educator Profiles – One week until December 1 deadline

All VQB5 participating sites are required to have educators complete VQB5 profiles in LinkB5 each year. The VDOE has extended the 2025-2026 deadline for educator profile completion to December 1. Below are resources to support educator profile completion.

VQB5 2024–2025 Results – Webinar Recording

Last week, VDOE hosted a webinar for the field to share the latest VQB5 state results and how they’ve evolved since last year. This webinar highlighted key trends, celebrated progress, and explored areas for continued growth in early childhood quality.

Title: From Data to Impact: A Look at Virginia’s 2024–2025 VQB5 Results
Webinar Recording (1 hour)

Early Learning Supports

Save the Date: VQB5 Curriculum Webinar – December 11

The Office of Early Childhood Learning hosting a webinar to share information about the curriculum changes outlined in the 2025-2026 VQB5 Guidelines that take effect in the 2026-2027 year.

Webinar: Curriculum Changes in VQB5
Date: December 11 at 1 p.m. (30 minutes)
Register
Contact Cassandra.CaffeeMorelock@doe.virginia.gov for questions.

The ELDS Micro-Credential is now available for the 2025-2026 year!

The ELDS Micro-Credential supports early childhood professionals in building knowledge of Virginia’s Early Learning Developmental Standards. Each module includes videos, reflection prompts, and practical tools to apply in classrooms and programs.

Learn more about the ELDS Micro-Credential (English/Spanish)
Register

STREAMin³ Coach Q&A every Tuesday and Thursday!

STREAMin³ is offering free, real-time curriculum use support every week with expert coaches. Support is available in Spanish.

Date: Every Tuesday from 11 a.m. - noon and Thursday from 1- 2 p.m.
Register: Tuesdays/Thursdays
Contact: STREAMin³ at streamin3@virginia.edu for questions.

The Ready B5 Recap Fall Edition is Here!

Click to view the fall edition of Ready B5 Recap, the quarterly newsletter for Early Childhood Care and Education in Virginia.

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