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Examining Early Care and Education Expulsion and Suspension Practices and Policies in Delaware’s Licensed Child Care Programs

The Delaware Early Care and Education Expulsion and Suspension (DECEES) project is funded by the Delaware Department of Education and is a collaborative effort between the Delaware Institute for Excellence in Early … Read more


Enrollment of Children From Historically Underserved Backgrounds in Center-Based Child Care Programs

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.Read the report HERE.


Exploring the Effects of Suspension and Expulsion on Families in Early Child Care Programs

The Delaware Early Care and Education Expulsion and Suspension (DECEES) project is funded by the Delaware Department of Education and is a collaborative effort between the Delaware Institute for Excellence in Early … Read more


Pilot Program: Zero to Three Critical Competencies for Infant Toddler Educators

Competencies for educators of infants and toddlers are a crucial component of professionalpreparation. The Delaware Institute for Excellence in Early Childhood (DIEEC), in partnership withthe Delaware Department of Education’s Office of Early … Read more


Zero to Three Critical Competencies: Implementation of Social-Emotional, Cognitive, and Language and Literacy Development in Delaware

During the 2024 State Fiscal Year (FY 2024), the Delaware Institute for Excellence in EarlyChildhood began implementing the ZERO TO THREE Critical Competencies for Infant-ToddlerEducators. Since the pilot of this program in … Read more


Impacts of COVID-19 on early childhood administrators, family child care educators, and teachers in Delaware

This research examines the effects of COVID‑19 on various early childhood education roles in Delaware. It highlights challenges, resilience, and lessons to inform future support strategies.


Quality Improvement Synopsis FY23

This synopsis provides an overview of DIEEC’s quality improvement initiatives, showcasing effective strategies and outcomes. It offers quick, actionable insights for educators, leaders, and program managers.


Relationships between Play and Learning Practices among Low-Income Families

This study explores how play and learning practices intersect in low-income families. It provides insights to help educators design effective programs and supports to enhance child development and family engagement.