Post on 16-Nov-2021
Introducing our new VPK Facilitator:
Jamie Harmon
Jamie Harmon
West Central VPK Facilitator
Office of Early Learning/Department of Education
250 Marriott Drive
Tallahassee, FL 32399
(P) 813-856-9619
Jamie.Harmon@oel.myflorida.com
Welcome Provider Services Update
School Readiness (SR)
School Readiness Program Assessment (SRPA)
Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK)
HB 419
Family Services Update
Finance/Reimbursement Update
Quality Services Update
Sunshine Stars
ASQ
Professional Development/Training
School Readiness (SR)
2021 – 2022 SR Contracts
Effective 07/01/2021
Florida Statue requires the Office of Early Learning to adopt (through a review process) a list of approved curricula that meet the School Readiness Program performance (developmental) standards.
The updated 2021 School Readiness Approved Curriculum List is now available.
This list will be updated annually.
http://www.floridaearlylearning.com/Content/Uploads/floridaearlylearning.com/files/Providers/SR%20Documents/ApprovedCurrListfor2021_ADA_FINAL_5-11-21.pdf
E-Verify Requirements
This is a new requirement that will need to be completed annually during contract renewal after 1/1/2021.
This should be completely filled out, signed, and notarized before uploading to the Portal Profile.
Changes to SR Rates or Holidays
Changes to School Readiness contract rates or holidays are completed through
a 2-step process.
Providers update their Provider Profile, sign and submit.
Provider Services Staff will initiate an electronic amendment in the Portal (under
Contracts for that program year’s SR Contract) for completion and signature.
Any changes that need to be made to your SR Contract and will require an amendment
must be notified in writing to your Provider Support Specialist 14 days prior to the change
effective date. Examples: rates changes, holiday changes, hours of operation changes.
Provider Support Specialists:
Jenna Zimmer – j.zimmer@phelc.org
Colleen Armentrout – c.armentrout@phelc.org
Jamie Hernandez – j.hernandez@phelc.org
Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK)
2021 – 2022 VPK Contracts
Effective 7/1/2021
VPK Application
Leads, Aides, and Subs need to be updated in the Portal as they are updated in
the classrooms
Title changes, teacher changes, documentation, calendars
E-Verify Requirements
This is a new requirement that will need to be completed annually during contract
renewal after 1/1/2021.
This should be completely filled out, signed, and notarized before uploading to the
Portal Profile. VPK Only Providers now have the option to upload to the Portal.
VPK LPP Providers will continue being a Year 1 LPP for the 2021-2022
Program Year
www.brightbeginningsfl.com
VPK Assessment Reminders
Thank you to all Providers who participated in the VPK Progress Monitoring Pilot Program!
House Bill 419
Early Learning and Early Grade Success
VPK Accountability & Program Assessments
Program assessments (CLASS)
Provider readiness rate calculation
Performance metric/designation for Providers
Provider differential
OEL is currently working on implementation plans; including timelines for required
activities and training.
Phase V Grants
Please be sure to check your email for your individual amounts and application.
All questions and completed applications should be sent to Jennifer Miller at j.miller@phelc.org
Finance/Reimbursement Update
Monthly Reimbursement
• May and June Parent fees will be paid by the Coalition
• Make sure to upload absence documentation when
submitting attendance
• All reimbursement discrepancies must be reported to the
Coalition within 60 days.
• Please review your monthly reimbursement reports in the
provider portal.
• Attendance must be submitted in the portal no later than
the 3rd business day
• Sign in/out sheets are due to the Coalition by the 8th
business day
Family Services Update
• Families may be served online, over the phone or in person (by appointment only) at one of the following Coalition office locations:o 15506 County Line Road, Spring Hillo 7334 Little Road, New Port Richeyo Various partner agencies throughout East Pasco and
Hernando Counties• Currently no wait list for School Readiness services• Approved VPK applications for the 2021 program year (as of
5/12/21): 3,838
Kelli Rodriguez: k.rodriguez@phelc.org
Jenny Dodson: j.dodson@phelc.org
Kimberly Williams: k.williams@phelc.org
Transform interactions in childcare through job-embedded professional
development.
Unique data insights coupled with strengths-based coaching.
(Ages Birth to Three Years of Age)
Contact our Infant/Toddler Specialist, Gina Kollar at g.kollar@phelc.org
This course is for those looking to apply for and participate in the The Early Learning
Coalition of Pasco and Hernando County's (PHELC's) T.E.A.C.H. wrap scholarship program.
It will take you step by step through the process of the entire program. Beginning with
walking you through the application process and taking you all the way through to
acknowledging receipt of funds for the term.
The Wrap Scholarship must be applied for with each new term, is subject to availability
based upon funding, and acceptance into the program for one term does not guarantee
acceptance for a future term.
T.E.A.C.H. Wrap Scholarship