Snapshots and Reports
These “snapshots” and reports explore a particular topic related to early childhood education. These summaries are shared to inform and provide insights to support best practices.
Exploring the Effects of Suspension and Expulsion on Families in Early Child Care Programs
(September 2024)
This qualitative research brief outlines policy and practice recommendations for early care programs, drawing on the voiced perspectives of families impacted by their children’s suspension and expulsion.
Enrollment of Children From Historically Underserved Backgrounds in Center-Based Child Care Programs
(September 2024)
This report highlights features of early care and education centers that are linked with enrolling children from historically underserved populations, such as children experiencing homelessness and children with disabilities.
Examining Early Care and Education Expulsion and Suspension Practices and Policies in Delaware’s Licensed Child Care Programs
(September 2024)
This research brief examines expulsion and suspension practices in licensed child care programs in Delaware and the resources used by programs for enrollment retention.
Delaware’s Early Care and Education Expulsion and Suspension Policy Landscape: Opportunities to Build on Current Strengths
(June 2024)
This research brief provides an overview of the current expulsion and suspension landscape in the early care and education system in Delaware, highlighting policies and programs addressing disciplinary exclusions. Suggestions…
Quarterly Data Reports
Presentations
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Trust is the most important leadership characteristic In WWFM: What Works For Me in Supervision. Prettyman, A. (Guest). LeadU at Children & Families First of Delaware. Anchor Podcast. (July, 2019)
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Using assessment data to inform curriculum planning. Smith, K. & Waters, H. Presented at the 2019 Making a Difference Conference, Dover, DE. (April, 2019)
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Promoting family engagement in family child care. Smith, K. Presented at the 2019 Making a Difference Conference, Dover, DE. (April, 2019)
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Screening Tool vs. Formative Assessment: What is the Difference? Potts, J. Presented at the 2019 Making a Difference Conference, Dover, DE. (April, 2019)
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Intentional Leaders: Stronger Teams. Potts, J. Presented at the 2019 Making a Difference Conference, Dover, DE. (April, 2019)
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Providing meaningful experiences for school-age children in family child care. Portlock, L. & Smith, K. Presented at the 2019 Making a Difference Conference, Dover, DE. (April, 2019)
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Interpreting and utilizing TS GOLD data. Ashe, I. & Farmer, L. Presented at the 2019 Making a Difference Conference, Dover, DE. (April, 2019)
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Using Facebook to promote and leverage your child care business. Nordmeyer, L. & Smith, K. Presented at the 2018 Making a Difference Conference, Dover, DE. (April, 2018)
