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Indicator 7 Child Outcomes:
Changes & UpdatesJune 2011
Indicator 7 Child Outcomes:
Changes & UpdatesJune 2011
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• Changes to the data collection• Indicator 7 Child Outcomes application
additions• Internal system• Frequently Asked Questions• Resources and contact information• Questions
AgendaAgenda
Percent of preschool children aged 3 through 5 with IEPs who demonstrate improved:
A. Positive social-emotional skills (including social relationships);
B. Acquisition and use of knowledge and skills (including early language/communication and early literacy); and
C. Use of appropriate behaviors to meet their needs.
Indicator 7 Child OutcomesIndicator 7 Child Outcomes
Beginning July 1, 2011– Indicator 7 is now an annual data collection – • No longer associated with the Procedural Compliance
Self-Assessment Cycle.• All LEAs will report entry status on all children who
enter Early Childhood Special Education.
– New definition of Entry Date - • Changes to Projected IEP Implementation Date
(formerly Initial Placement Signature Date).
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Changes to the Data CollectionChanges to the Data Collection
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Indicator 7 Child Outcomes Application Enhancements
Indicator 7 Child Outcomes Application Enhancements
• Child Information-Race/Ethnicity
• Child Information-Primary/Secondary Disability
• Sources of Information includes:– B-3 exit rating– Teaching Strategies Gold
• Contact information for person submitting record
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Application AdditionsApplication Additions
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Internal SystemInternal System
• Set up a “colored folder” system.
• Identify a staff person who will monitor the Child Outcomes “system” on a monthly basis.
• Identify a day of the month that child outcomes data is reported.
• Set up a process for training new staff on the Child Outcomes process and procedures.
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Internal SystemInternal System
I. TimelinesII. Less than 6 months of service
III. Transfer children
Frequently Asked QuestionsFrequently Asked Questions
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60 Day Window Before Entry Entry Date Begin Ongoing
Assessment
Within 60Days of
Entry Date
Complete COSF
IEP Meeting
Entry Status TimelineEntry Status Timeline
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60 Day Window Before Entry
Entry DateBegin Ongoing
Assessment
Within 60Days of
Entry Date
Considering Completing COSF Nearer Entry Date
IEP
If more than 60 days between
IEP and Entry Date
What If Window Between IEP & Entry Date is More Than 60 Days?What If Window Between IEP &
Entry Date is More Than 60 Days?
• Districts may choose to use the B-3 Exit Rating as the LEA Entry Rating.
• The ratings can be found on PPS (Additional Information).
• Best practice is to develop system of communication between B-3 & LEA regarding exchange of Child Outcomes information.
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Using Birth to 3 Exit RatingsUsing Birth to 3 Exit Ratings
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60 Day Window Prior to Exit Exit Date Within30Days of Exit Date
Complete COSF
Exit Status TimelineExit Status Timeline
Points to Remember• 6 Months of Service – Exit data must be reported
for all children who receive a minimum of 181 days of ECSE service.
• If child exits ECSE and has not received 6 months (181 days) of ECSE service – you must enter the exit date but not exit ratings into Indicator 7 application on Special Education Web Portal.
• If child enters ECSE less than 181 days from the child’s 6th birthday - do NOT begin outcomes rating process.
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Less Than 6 Months of ServiceLess Than 6 Months of Service
Transfers In & Out of Your District
• LEA that completes the child’s Initial IEP includes the child in the Child Outcomes process.
• If child transfers into your LEA- do not include child in Child Outcomes process unless you do not accept the IEP and complete a new Initial IEP.
• If child transfers out of your LEA – child is done with Child Outcomes process – enter appropriate exit data into the Indicator 7 Child Outcomes application.
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Transfer ChildrenTransfer Children
Two Common Questions
• If a child is provided ECSE services in a neighboring LEA outside of the LEA of residence – which LEA reports the child?– The child’s LEA of residence is responsible for
reporting the child’s Outcomes data.
• If a child attends a LEA through school choice- which LEA reports the child?– The school choice LEA is responsible for reporting
the child’s Outcomes data.
Out of District ServicesOut of District Services
Support Available to You• Information on Early Childhood Indicator
Trainings– http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/spp-preout.html– www.collaboratingpartners.com
• Indicator 7 online training modules
• Ruth Chvojicek, Statewide Child Outcomes Coordinator: [email protected] or 608-742-8814 ext. 245
Support Available to YouSupport Available to You
Questions?Questions?
Thank YouThank You