Volume 72 summer 2016 A Look At Children Services Up-Close Early Head Start Child Care Partnerships (EHS-CCP) Growing the Supply of Early Learning Opportunities for More Infants and Toddlers Providing a foundation that infants and toddlers need to grow, thrive and learn. EHS-CCPs Support Team Communication, Collaboration and Cooperation. These Are Highly Valued Partnerships! This program is a lever for change and capacity building. EHS-CCP Maintain A Wide Reaching Positive Impact.
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CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY & SUPPORT SERVICES
Volume 72 summer 2016
A Look At Children ServicesUp-Close
Early Head Start Child Care Partnerships (EHS-CCP) Growing the
Supply of Early Learning
Opportunities for More Infants and
Toddlers
Providing a foundation
that infants and toddlers need to
grow, thrive and learn.
EHS-CCPs Support Team
Communication, Collaboration and
Cooperation.
These Are Highly Valued Partnerships!
This program is a
lever for change and capacity
building.EHS-CCP
Maintain A Wide Reaching Positive Impact.
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CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY & SUPPORT SERVICES
The first few years of a child’s life are critical for building the early foundation needed for success later in school and in life. Research shows that 85% of the brain is fully developed by a child’s third birthday. Early environments matter and nurturing relationships are essential. Leading economists agree that high-quality early learning programs can help level the playing field for children from lower-income families on vocabulary and on social and emotional development, while helping students to stay on track and stay engaged in the early elementary grades. High-quality early childhood programs bring significant returns on investment to the public. All infants and toddlers deserve high-quality, nurturing care that supports their healthy development. Most of these young children are served in a variety of child care settings while their parents have to work.
Research has demonstrated that EHS programs that fully implement Head Start regulations improve school-readiness outcomes for children. While EHS has high-quality child development standards, infants and toddlers who received assistance through CCDBG were in settings of varying quality—too often in care that was not high quality. In addition, although EHS offers comprehensive health, developmental and family support services for children and families, children of the same income level in child care lacked access to these services.
EHS-CCP combines the strengths of child care and EHS programs through layering of funding to provide comprehensive services and high-quality early learning opportunities for infants, toddlers and parents in low-income working families. Child care centers and family child care providers respond to the needs of families by offering flexible and convenient full-day and full-year services. In addition, child care providers have experience providing care that is strongly grounded in the cultural, linguistic and social needs of the families and their local communities. Without EHS-CCP funding, many child care
centers and family child care providers lack the resources to provide the comprehensive services needed to support better outcomes for the nation’s most vulnerable children.
The Early Head Start-Child Care Partnerships (EHS-CCP) are a new approach to expand access to high-quality care for infants and toddlers and their families. The EHS-CCP represents a massive effort of 275 grantees already partnering with more than 1,200 child care centers and 600 family child care centers located all across the country. At this time, the program is impacting 3,600 classrooms and supporting more than 6,600 teachers and other staff working in those classrooms.
The largest grant in the nation was awarded to the City of the Chicago, with a total funded enrollment of 1,100, and the grantee is working with 19 delegate agencies. Other grantees in Illinois include: Joliet, Child Care Resource & Referral; Maywood, Proviso Leyden Council for Community Action, Inc. (PLCCA) and Rockford, City of Rockford, Human Services Department.
OVERVIEW OF EARLY HEAD START– CHILD CARE PARTNERSHIPS (EHS-CCP) *
JULY m Support parents in convening their monthly parent committee and policy committee meetings and maintain record keeping systems for securing meeting materials
m Present and provide written monthly reports to the Policy Committee and Board: Meals/Snacks/Enrollment/Attendance/Fiscal/PIR Summaries
m �Submit/Upload�June’s�Certification�of�Personnel�Actions
m �Submit�Certification�of�Approved�Program�Governance Policies and Procedures that will governing the succeeding Policy Committee for the upcoming program year
m �Submit/Upload�Governance�Certification� of Compliance for Board’s Approval of the organizations�financial�and�accounting�policies�and procedures
m Submit/Upload Governance Compliance Certification�for�Board’s�Evaluation�of� Executive Director
m �Submit�Annual�Report�Certification�and�copy�of�annual report w/ 2007 HS Act reporting elements
m Submit�annual�single�audit�certification�
m Conduct an annual review of the following policies and procedures: Whistle Blowing, Board�Bylaws,�Conflict-of-Interest/Disclosure,�Code of Conduct/Standards, Personnel Polices & Procedures, Fiscal & Accounting Policies & Procedures
m Ensure/provide CPPC report to the Policy Committee
Program Governance Milestones
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JULY
m Complete cooperative agreements for mental health services and upload signed document to�DFSS�electronic�file�cabinet�and�submit�to�governing bodies/management.
m Review Mental Health Activity Record to ensure the mental health consultant completes services
m �Show�Evidence�that�Social-Emotional�Screening�Meeting (SESM) occur for children in the Refer category of the ASQ:SE
m �Review�ASQ-(SE)�results�in�COPA�for�children�needing follow up
m Follow up on referred children and services provided
m Parent and staff workshops are conducted according to training plans
m Update�COPA�case�notes�
m Monitor�Mental�Health�services�reports�in�COPA�
Mental Health ServicesMilestones
First Year Lessons Learned
This was a pioneering effort to bring together child care and EHS programs on a large scale. Mutually beneficial partner-ships took much longer than initially anticipated to establish and maintain. With time and commitment, we learned that these partnerships were attainable. Strong partnership agreements that clearly outlined roles and responsibilities with reasonable budgets to support child care partners are an important element.
* Excerpts from the Year One Report, January 2015 – January 2016 EHS-CCP
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WE LOVE SUMMER TIME BECAUSE IT’S HOT! (BUT – Be Aware of Heat Related Problems especially for Small Children)
Heat-related illness happens when the body’s temperature control system is over loaded. Particularly infants and children up to four years of age are at greatest risk. Even young and healthy people can get sick from the heat if they participate in strenuous physical activities during hot weather. Prevention is the best defense for heat-related illnesses.
Facts to Remember about Playing Outdoors in Summer Heat1.� �The�peak�sun�intensity�hours�are�between�10:00�AM�and�4:00�PM�–�however,�midday�is�the�most�intense.�
JULY m Medical/Dental: Complete review and revi-sion of emergency and other health posting policies and procedures and submit to govern-ing bodies/management.
m Medical/Dental: Complete review report and COPA�documentation�of�staff�health�certifica-tions ( CPR, First Aid, etc.) to governing bod-ies/management,
m Medical/Dental: Complete and document transition health information for parent and ap-propriate agencies
m Medical/Dental: Ensure all physical/dental exams, and vision/hearing screenings are com-pleted by the 45th day/schedule treatment/follow-up�appointments�
m Medical/Dental: Complete cooperative agree-ments for medical/dental services and submit first�and�last�page�to�CSD,�governing�bodies/management.
m Medical/Dental:�Complete�referral�and�follow-up�for�children�with�identified�needs�and�enter�into�COPA�
m Medical/Dental: Monitor health services screening (including hearing and vision) reports in�COPA�and�update�COPA�health�case�notes
m Developmental Screenings: Ensure develop-mental screenings are completed by 45th day
m Developmental Screenings: Children who scored within the referred categories must be sent�to�disabilities�coordinator�within�five�days
m Medical/Dental:�Replenish�first�aid�kit�sup-plies
m Medical/Dental: Complete Monthly Health Report and forward to assigned Health/FCP SSC by the 5th of the month
m Medical/Dental: provide health requirements overview to enrolling parents
Health/Developmental Screening Services
Milestones
Children Want To Be Outside – Adults Must Be Alert
In the summer, young children may ask to play outside even though they do not understand the potential danger of weather conditions. Child care providers should be alert about maximum protection of children in warm to hot weather conditions. Keeping children safe and watching the weather is an important element of a child care provider’s job. Planning for playtime, field trips, or weather safety should be an integral part of the daily routine at a center. Care givers should also educate children and parents about the weather.
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Heat Stroke Symptoms: High body temperature (above 103°F)*; Hot, red, dry or moist skin; Rapid and strong pulse as well as possible unconsciousness.
If You Suspect Heat Stroke – Act Immediately:• Call�911�immediately�—�this�is�a�medical�emergency.
Sunburn should be avoided because it damages the skin. Although the discomfort is usually minor and healing often occurs in about a week, more severe sunburn may require medical attention. Recognizing Sunburn --- Symptoms of sunburn are well known: the skin becomes red, painful, and abnormally warm after sun exposure. Consult a doctor if the sunburn affects an infant younger than one year of age or if these symptoms are present: Fever; Fluid-filled blisters and severe pain.
Post the Heat Index on Bulletin Boards and/or Pass Out to Staff and Parents:
• 80°�or�below�is�considered�comfortable
• 90°�beginning�to�feel�uncomfortable
• 100°�uncomfortable�and�may�be�hazardous
• 110°�considered�dangerous
Keep Water, Water – Everywhere!
Dehydration and heat stroke are common in the summer, and the very young and very old are most susceptible to it. Remind everyone to drink lots of water. Make sure that water is easily available – in a handbag, picnic basket, car, bicycle, etc. Also, keep a big jug of water in the refrigerator so that the family always has chilled water to drink. Remember; try to avoid sugary flavored drinks and sodas.
JULY m FCP:�Enter�and/or�follow-up�on�documentation�in�COPA�(goals,�referrals/services�and�case�notes). All documentation must support families ‘priorities
m FCP:�Review�and�update�monthly�COPA�reports�of family progress toward goals, referrals/services�and�case�notes�(review�COPA�reports�1008, 1009, 1010 and PIR)
m FCP: Complete and distribute package of in-formation to parents for transitioning children
m FCP: Complete documentation of parent volunteerism�and�enter�in�COPA�
m FCP: Develop and/or follow the transition plans of children transitioning to HS and/or Kindergarten
m FCP: Conduct monthly parent meetings
m FCP: Ensure two home visits and parent teacher conferences are conducted during the program year. Visits are to be conducted by classroom teachers. Family service workers will conduct visits as needed
m FCP: Complete list of parent and community volunteers and distribute to agency staff
m FCP: Submit Delegate Agency Health/FCP monthly report to CSD
Family and Community PartnershipsMilestones
Be Aware of the Facts
A child’s body can heat up five times faster than an adult’s and therefore can suffer from heat stroke (hyperthermia) on a 72 degree day. Heat stroke happens when the body cannot cool itself fast enough and the core temperature rises to dangerous levels.
Know the Signs!
Young children need to be reminded to stop playing, drink a beverage, and apply more sunscreen. Watch for signs of children becom-ing uncomfortable while playing although they may insist they are not too hot because they are enjoying playtime.
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Summertime Snacks and Treats for Children
Summertime is a great time to pack fresh vegetables and fruits for picnics, trips to the beach and/or the playground. Every fruit and vegetable offers a unique combination of nutrition and quite often children have to be taught to like fruits as well as vegetables. For children who like fruit, be sure to choose a variety of fruits and go easy on fruit juices. Choose fruits that are fresh, frozen, canned or dried. Do the same thing with vegetables. Try different types of vegetables and vary preparation methods—raw, roasted, steamed or microwaved.
Some tips for getting your children to eat vegetables are:• Allow�children�to�pick�out�the�vegetables�for�dinner
Get creative in the kitchen and make food fun. Here are a few things to try: • �Name�a�food�your�child�helps�create.�Make�a�big�deal�of�serving�“Mary’s�Salad”�or�“Greg’s�Sweet�Potatoes”�for�dinner.
It doesn’t take that much extra effort to choose smart, fun snacks and meals. Try the following easy to prepare meals and snacks:
Smiley Sandwiches: Top a slice of bread with peanut butter and use an apple slice for a smile and raisins for eyes.
Bagel Snake: Split mini bagels in half. Cut each half into half circles and then spread the halves with toppings like tuna salad, egg salad, or peanut butter. Decorate the sandwiches with sliced cherry tomatoes or banana slices. Arrange the half circles to form the body of a snake. You can also use olives or raisins for the eyes.
English Muffin Pizza: Top half of an English muffin with tomato sauce, chopped veggies and low-fat mozzarella cheese. Heat until the cheese is melted.
Frozen Graham Cracker Sandwiches: Peel and mix mashed bananas and peanut butter, spread between graham crackers and freeze.
Potato Pal: Cut a small baked potato in half and top it with tomato for a nose, and a low-fat cheese wedge as a smile.
Be creative as you’re preparing food in your kitchen. You’ll be surprised at how many foods can turn into eyes, noses, and smiles and bring lots of joy to small children.
JULY m Nutrition: Complete nutrition services assessment and submit to governing bodies and management.
m Nutrition: Complete menus and nutrition program assessment with parent input and submit to governing bodies and management
mNutrition: Document IMIL implementation
m Nutrition: Monitor Nutrition services reports in�COPA�
m Nutrition: Complete cooperative agreements for�nutrition�services�and�submit�first�and�last�page to CSD, governing bodies/management
m Nutrition: Document Nutrition education weekly
m Nutrition: Document Food experience
m Nutrition:�Complete�referral�and�follow-up�for�children�with�identified�needs�and�document�into�COPA�
m Nutrition: All food handlers must have their certifications
m Nutrition: Plan for parent nutrition workshops (at least 2 per year)
NutritionMilestones
Particularly In the Summer –
Prepare with Care!
Make sure your food is safe whether you are cooking out/grilling at home; having a picnic in the park or taking food to a friend’s home. Remember to:
R CLEAN – Wash hands, utensils, and surfaces often.
R SEPARATE – Don’t cross-contaminate.
R COOK – Use a food thermometer.
R CHILL – Chill food promptly.
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What Most Children Do at Age Four: Social/Emotional
Tell your child’s doctor or nurse if you notice any of these signs of possible developmental delay for this age, and talk with someone in your community who is familiar with services for young children in your area.
Milestones for Four Year Old Children
(Part Two in a Series of Three)
Learn the signs and act early. Each year April is officially National Autism Month however, caregivers and parents must always be on the look-out for developmental signs or the lack thereof in young children. How a child plays, learns, speaks, and acts offers important clues about a child’s development. Developmental milestones are a guide to things most children can do by a certain age. As mentioned in the April issue, “As an Early Childhood Educator you probably spend your day working with, playing with, and watching children. You are already familiar with many milestones in children that mark a child’s development. You are a valuable resource to parents and they look to you for information on their child. (Please pass the following information out to parents in your centers).
Parents should check the milestones your child has reached by his or her fourth birthday. Take this list with you and talk with your child’s doctor at every visit about the milestones your child has reached and what to expect next.
JULY m Complete playground equipment safety check
m Conduct�monthly�fire�drill�
m Submit facility improvement plans as needed
m Conduct tornado drill* (only completed twice a year)
m Complete daily, weekly and monthly checklist
m Replenish First Aid Kit supplies
m Complete and submit to CSD a sample of three monthly safe environments checklists(Multi-sites)�
m Complete and submit to CSD a monthly safe environments checklist(single sites)
Safe EnvironmentsMilestones
Additional InformationGo to www.cdc.gov/actearly
or call 1-800-CDC-INFO
Next Issue Part Three, Milestones for Five Year Old Children
See Part One, Milestones for Three Year Olds – Up-Close, Issue 70
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CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY & SUPPORT SERVICES
Lisa Morrison ButlerCommissioner of the Chicago Department of Family and Support Services
Vanessa RichManaging Editor (2009-2015)
Julie A. EllisWriter
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Up-CloseUp-Close, A Look At Children Services is published by the Chicago Department of Family and Support Services in conjunction with The Chicago Coalition of Site Administered Child Care Programs. Funding for this publication is provided by the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
