Preschool Learning Foundations Webinar. CSBA-CCSESA June 27, 2008

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1 Preschool Learning Foundations Webinar CSBA-CCSESA June 27, 2008

2 Moderator: Ron Dwyer-Voss, CSBA Presenters: Camille Maben, CDE, Child Development Director Nancy Herota, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN) Director Lee Andersen, Merced County Superintendent Gaye Riggs, Assistant Superintendent, Early Care & Education, Merced County Office of Education Steve Tietjen, Superintendent, Los Banos USD

3 California Department of Education Child Development Division Camille Maben, Director

4 With a goal of ensuring that all preschools offer high-quality programs, the California Department of Education developed these preschool learning foundations. On January 22, 2008, the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Jack O Connell formally released the foundations during the California State of Education address.

5 Preschool Learning Foundations ~Domains~ Social- Emotional Development English- Language Development Language and Literacy Mathematics 5

6 It s Here! 6

7 Preschool Learning Foundations The purpose of the Foundations is to promote understanding of preschool children s learning and to guide instructional practice.

8 The Foundations Describe the knowledge and skills that all young children typically exhibit: at around 48 and 60 months of age; as they complete their first or second year of preschool; with appropriate support; and when attending a high-quality preschool program. 8

9 California s Preschool Learning and Development System Prekindergarten Learning & Development Guidelines PRESCHOOL LEARNING FOUNDATIONS Preschool Curriculum Framework Professional Development Resource Guide for Preschool English Learners Desired Results

10 Why Are the Preschool Learning Foundations Important? Provide basis for consistent and high quality PreK Programs High quality PreK narrows the school readiness gap and prepares all children for school success School success connects to a better prepared workforce and a healthy economy

11 Universal Design for Learning supports preschool programs in their efforts to foster learning and development for all children provides opportunities for children to follow different pathways to learning provides for the use of multiple approaches to learning 11

12 Universal Design for Learning cont. provides information in a variety of ways so that the learning needs of all of the children are met allows for use of alternative methods to demonstrate what they know or feel provides choices for activities that facilitate learning by building on children s interests 12

13 Timeline for Next Set of Preschool Learning Foundations Work Begins 2008 Input Sessions 2009 Foundations Released TIMELINE 13

14 What s next?

15 What s next? Curriculum framework DRDP-R Other foundation domains Professional development opportunities 15

16 Merced County Office of Education Lee Andersen, Superintendent

17 Research shows that all children can benefit from participating in high-quality preschool programs. Jack O Connell A Message from the State Superintendent of Public Instruction

18 Children who attend high-quality preschool programs: are more comfortable in their surroundings have been exposed to books have learned to play cooperatively are accustomed to learning with others 18

19 Key Findings of PreK Research Children who attend PreK score higher on school readiness measures at Kindergarten entry. Effective PreK improves children s K-12 academic performance. Effective PreK has long-term benefits. 19

20 Governor and State Superintendent PreK Goals Move toward universal PreK Use consistent standards and funding with diverse program models Invest in quality improvements, including workforce and facilities Measure quality and provide incentives Articulate with K-12 Expand full-day PreK and K

21 California Preschool Instructional Network Nancy Herota, CPIN Director

22 California Preschool Instructional Network 22

23 California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN) CPIN was initiated in CPIN is a collaboration among: California Department of Education (Child Development and Special Education Divisions) California County Superintendents Educational Services Association (CCSESA) WestEd 23

24 CPIN s Purpose Purpose: Support consistent and high quality professional development and resources for administrators and teachers of early childhood education/school readiness programs So that they can: Prepare all children, aged 3-5, for success in kindergarten and beyond Ensure that children learning English and those with disabilities and special needs receive appropriate support 24

25 CPIN Regional Implementation Each of the 11 regions establishes a regional network of administrators and leaders of early childhood education and school readiness programs ECE Regional Leads and Leads with expertise in Special Education and English Language Development Presents an integrated model of supporting all children in an inclusive environment Primary focus on staff of state-funded preschool programs 25

26 CPIN Activities Provide professional development and networking opportunities for preschool administrators and other leaders Provide professional development for teachers and other support staff Organize research series Provide online courses Facilitate regional communication and collaboration among early childhood providers 26

27 CPIN Focus Focus on creating and maintaining purposeful teaching in a playful and developmentally appropriate environment

28 CPIN Focus for Expanding professional development in the following areas: California Preschool Learning Foundations Language and Literacy Social-Emotional Development English-Language Development Mathematics Preschool English Learners Principles and Practices to Promote Language, Literacy, and Learning 28

29 Professional Development Opportunities The California Preschool Instructional Network will provide training opportunities. Check the CPIN Web site at for upcoming training dates. The Faculty Training Initiative will hold seminars for college faculty. Visit for more information. 29

30 Merced County Lee Andersen, Superintendent Gaye Riggs, Ass t Superintendent, Early Care & Education Steve Tietjen, Superintendent, Los Banos USD

31 Benefits of PreK Alignment Provides continuity for children and families Maximizes resources for professional development Connects curriculum, instruction, assessment Balances all domains of children s learning

32 High-Quality Programs Include environments and experiences that encourage active, playful exploration and experimentation purposeful teaching to help children gain knowledge and skills specific support for children learning English specific accommodations and adaptations for children with special needs

33 How Can We Support the Preschool Learning Foundations? Review Preschool Learning Foundations Join California Preschool Instructional Network and other info events Support efforts to increase access to high quality PreK programs Include PreK in education systems improvements

34 CDE Web site The Foundations are posted on the CDE Web site at: At the Web address, the underlined Preschool Learning Foundations link takes you to the publication. The Appendix, on pages , provides a summary list of the Foundations. 34

35 CSBA Website: CCSESA Website: CPIN Website: 35

36 Ideas Questions/Answers Next Steps