Preschool for All Expansion (#21-37 only apply to programs with a Preschool for All Expansion Grant) Notes: For Preschool for All Expansion programs, class session length requirements from item 7 above are replaced by the class session length requirements outlined in item 21 below. 21) Preschool Expansion Program meets for a full day equivalent to a first grade classroom in the local district. Compliance Documentation Examples Notes Preschool for All Expansion Program class sessions meet for a full day equivalent in length to district-run first grade classrooms and not fewer than five hours per day. Copy of daily schedule indicating length of day for program. Copy of documentation of length of day for local district first grade classrooms. 22) In addition to snack, (item 11 above), a nutritious breakfast and lunch are offered to children. Compliance Documentation Examples Notes Meals are aligned with USDA Food and Nutrition Guidelines Families not required to provide or pay for a meal Regular, age-appropriate, nutrition education for children and their families is provided Copy of daily schedule indicating meal and snacks Copy of nutrition education curriculum and/or lesson plans Evidence of nutrition education provided to families 23) The Preschool for All Expansion program adheres to the weighted eligibility criteria established by the state to prioritize children who are most at risk of academic failure to determine eligibility. Compliance Documentation Examples Notes Program has designed systems for enrolling children that adhere to the required weighted eligibility form, including scoring and placement guidance for staff. A minimum of 80% of enrolled children have at least two risk factors or one highest priority selection factor according to the weighted eligibility form. Weighted eligibility form incorporates risk factors if determined to be necessary by program based on needs assessment. Copy of weighted eligibility checklist used by program, incorporating any community-specific risk factors Copy of scoring criteria used to prioritize enrollment Percentage of children above eligibility threshold and average point values. Written procedures guiding eligibility determination specific
implement a professional learning community focused on instructional excellence. Instructional leader develops, cultivates and maintains a professional learning community across Preschool for All Expansion Program classroom instructional staff. Evidence of implementation of a professional learning community. Documentation of instructional staff participation in professional learning community and professional development. 31) Qualified family educators support parent engagement in program and lead family education and support efforts. Compliance Documentation Examples Notes Program employs at least one family educator with experience in child development, early childhood education, social work or a related field required. Family educators demonstrate cultural and linguistic competence appropriate for the community to be served. Each family educator has a maximum caseload of 100 children. Family educators deliver comprehensive family engagement supports and services. Job description for family educator demonstrating core functions of supporting and engaging families and maximum caseload of 100 children. Family educator resumes/credentials 32) The program provides comprehensive services to address the needs of families and help families set and achieve ambitious goals. Compliance Documentation Examples Notes The program actively works with families to provide referrals, resources and services that address the needs of families and conducts follow up to ensure effectiveness of services. Family educator / family support staff maintain clear, written case notes that document family needs and goals, resources provided to address those needs/goals and family progress. The program maintains a written plan detailing a clear strategy for providing comprehensive services and supporting families holistically. A copy of written plan detailing program’s strategy for providing comprehensive services to families. Written case notes detail specific supports provided to families by the program and chronicle family growth and progress towards meeting needs and achieving goals. A copy of written plan that includes community services that will support families, such as income supports, food pantries, housing, social services, and other services relating to health/mental health, domestic violence, substance abuse, adult