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The Comprehensive Early Learning Services Request for Applications (RFA) Released
DCYF has released the Comprehensive Early Learning Services Request for Application (RFA) for the 2022-23 contract year on Monday, November 28. This preliminary Application includes expansion request for ECEAP, B-3 ECEAP and ECLIPSE services slots. Current and potential ECEAP contractors are strongly encouraged to apply for ECEAP and B-3 ECEAP expansion and current contractors only may apply for ECLIPSE expansion.
Here is some key information for this process:
2023-2024 Comprehensive Early Learning Services Request for Application (RFA)
For all questions about the RFA process, please email the Comprehensive Early Learning Services Expansion RFA Coordinators:
Lastly, even if you are not applying for expansion slots, your neighboring organization might. Be on the lookout for requests for coordination of services and service area agreements from contractors both large and small. These conversations and collaboration are part of the process to ensure that any eligible child who is entitled to be enrolled in ECEAP shall receive services.
2022-23 ECEAP / Early ECEAP Self-Assessment
The new self-assessment is now posted on our website. It includes requirements, an overview of the process, and resources. For questions, reach out to your CQI Specialist.
For help completing the Self-Assessment, find these optional worksheets:
Bring your questions to Office Hour sessions:
- January 19, 2023, 2-3 p.m. Zoom link is here.
- Training coming soon.
Teaching Strategies
Visit the MyTeachingStrategies® Support Portal to access additional support resources and videos.
Changes to ELMS released on December 20:
- The Waiting List Count Report has been separated into two reports – one for ECEAP and the other for Early ECEAP
- The Monitoring tab, Education subtab now has separate developmental screening data for ECEAP and Early ECEAP
- The Health Monitoring Report has been separated into two reports – one for ECEAP and the other for Early ECEAP
- The Child Data Extract now includes additional IEP and IFSP data elements
DCYF Helps You Find Eligible Children
Annually, DCYF provides interested ECEAP contractors and HS grantees with the names and addresses of DSHS client families with children who may be eligible for ECEAP or Early ECEAP.
If you want to receive this family contact information, please do the following:
- The ECEAP Director or Director’s designee (one person per contract), enters zip codes in ELMS by February 1.
To do so, please use the following steps:
- In ELMS, go to the “Locations & Classes” tab.
- Click the “Service Areas” link next to your contractor name.
- Review and/or add zip codes from which you recruit children for ECEAP.
- Answer YES to the question, “Would you like to receive this information for families residing in the zip codes entered above?”
- Enter the name and email address of the person who will act as the contact person for your contract.
- Click “Save”
- This same process can be completed for grantees by the Head Start Director on the Head Start tab in ELMS, under Grantee Information.
Please check the ELMS News page for additional information and updates.
The Comprehensive Early Learning Services Request for Applications (RFA) Released
DCYF has released the Comprehensive Early Learning Services Request for Application (RFA) for the 2022-23 contract year on Monday, November 28. This preliminary Application includes expansion request for ECEAP, B-3 ECEAP and ECLIPSE services slots. Current and potential ECEAP contractors are strongly encouraged to apply for ECEAP and B-3 ECEAP expansion and current contractors only may apply for ECLIPSE expansion.
Here is some key information for this process:
2023-2024 Comprehensive Early Learning Services Request for Application (RFA)
For all questions about the RFA process, please email the Comprehensive Early Learning Services Expansion RFA Coordinators:
Lastly, even if you are not applying for expansion slots, your neighboring organization might. Be on the lookout for requests for coordination of services and service area agreements from contractors both large and small. These conversations and collaboration are part of the process to ensure that any eligible child who is entitled to be enrolled in ECEAP shall receive services.
2022-23 ECEAP / Early ECEAP Self-Assessment
The new self-assessment is now posted on our website. It includes requirements, an overview of the process, and resources. For questions, reach out to your CQI Specialist.
For help completing the Self-Assessment, find these optional worksheets:
Bring your questions to Office Hour sessions:
- January 12, 2023, 10-11 a.m. Zoom link is here.
- January 19, 2023, 2-3 p.m. Zoom link is here.
- Training coming soon.
Teaching Strategies
Visit the MyTeachingStrategies® Support Portal to access additional support resources and videos.
You are invited to join the Washington Pyramid Model (WAPM) Instructional Practice Training (Tier 1 & Tier 2) Infant and Toddler Train-the-Trainer.
- Monday, Jan. 23 | 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Tuesday, Jan. 24 | 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Monday, Jan. 30 | 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Tuesday, Jan. 31 | 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Click here to register! After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
Questions? Email Sue Rose, DCYF Curriculum Coordinator, at sue.rose@dcyf.wa.gov.
New Zoom Links for Monthly ECEAP & Early ECEAP Family Support Staff Check-ins/Gatherings
The monthly Family Support Staff Check-ins and Tribal Family Support Staff Gatherings have new Zoom links for January through June:
Family Support Staff Check-Ins for ECEAP & Early ECEAP Schedule: 2023
Occurs the third Thursday of every month from 9 to 10 a.m.
Join via Zoom: https://dcyf.zoom.us/j/88041482351?pwd=YmNibzNIcnBuSmFxZThqRVVhMjNIZz09
Meeting ID: 880 4148 2351 | Passcode: 743188
Family Support Staff Gathering for Tribal Family Support Staff Schedule: 2023
Occurs the second Wednesday of every month from 9 to 10 a.m.
Join via Zoom: https://dcyf.zoom.us/j/88481004389?pwd=TjA3U3lzUFFHd0VIN3Q2ZEhkaTBnZz09
Meeting ID: 884 8100 4389 | Passcode: 701328
Trauma-Informed & Healing-Centered Care.
If you missed the DCYF October webinar. Please see below where you will find the recording and additional resources.
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AmVrfjaOX2U (22 min)
Resources
Do you have questions about Trauma-Informed Care? Please contact our MERIT team at merit@dcyf.wa.gov
Si te perdiste el seminario en Octubre de DCYF, A continuación encontrará la grabación y recursos adicionales. A continuación encontrará la grabación y recursos adicionales.
Enlace para la presentación (video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gXPTe3KqWiU (16 min)
Recursos
¿Tiene preguntas sobre la atención informada sobre el trauma? Comuníquese con nuestro equipo MERIT por correo electrónico: merit@dcyf.wa.gov
Second Step Orientation
If you received Second Step curriculum kits from DCYF ECEAP last spring or summer, you can attend the Second Step orientation provided by Committee for Children. This training is provided to those contractors who identified a need for Second Step kits and requested training for their employees. There are two sessions scheduled. These are first come, first serve with a limit of 300 participants. There is no registration. Please copy the zoom link below for the date that you are planning to attend.
Monday, February 6th 3p-4p Zoom Link
Friday, February 17th 9a-10a Zoom Link
Washington Indian Behavioral Health Hub
The Washington Indian Behavioral Health Hub is a statewide central resource line developed to meet the needs of tribes and tribally affiliated people who may need help navigating the complex behavioral health system. The Hub assists tribal agencies, health care professionals, hospitals, and in- and outpatient programs as well as families and individuals. For more information, call the Hub directly at 1-866-491-1683.
Creating Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Early Childhood Education
Early childhood is the ideal time to begin emphasizing the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion. Helping young students recognize the differences in genders, cultural backgrounds or physical abilities will help them become more considerate citizens and address injustice and discrimination as they grow.
Fostering a culture that promotes equity and inclusion requires an active approach by educators. Teachers should strive to create diverse learning environments that encourage positive discussions about diversity, equity and inclusion. Learn more here.
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