Additionally, it sets expectations for the role of provider. This is the basic foundation for the quality assurance system. The CQI system will provide insight into needed improvements as the system continues to grow and evolve. This is a commitment to Missouri taxpayers that the public system is producing the outcomes envisioned for First Steps. The changes to First Steps will be phased in over the next two years.
Time is needed for new procedures to be put in place and learned by practitioners.
Once the new procedures are tried and revised as needed, other areas of the state will be phased in. News about what s happening will be disseminated through First Steps News and through the DESE web site . Please send us your comments and suggestions about improving this communique, including topics you want more information about. If you have questions related to the content of this bulletin, please contact DESE's Section of Early Childhood Special Education. Feel free to make copies and share with your staff.