Investing in Children Coalition- August 2016 Meeting Minutes

Investing in Children Coalition Meeting Minutes August 3, 2016 – Heritage University

Present Laura Armstrong, La Casa Hogar Katherine Bell, Catholic Family & Child Svcs Victor Cardenas, Catholic Family & Child Svcs Cecilia Gonzalez, La Casa Hogar Lisa Hefner, Yakima Neighborhood Health Debra Penny Jim, Yakama Nation Child Care Crystal Kuneki, Yakama Nation Child Care Claudette Lundquist, Heritage University Laurie Fathe, Heritage University Stacie Marez, ESD 105 Heather McCrory, YVFWC Jackie McPhee, Children’s Village

Leanne Morse, YVFWC Lee Murdock, RiverRock Consulting Nancy Sealock, Zillah School District Diane Trevino, YVFWC Juana Garibay, YVCFoundation Lindsay Boswell, YVCFoundation MaryAnn Walker, ABCD Cent WA Oral Hlth Fdn Sabrina Miller, Yakama Nation Headstart Monica Rodriguez, Catholic Family & Child Svcs Traci Hanson, Heritage University ELC Alma Ayala, Heritage University ELC

Welcome & Introductions Lindsay Boswell welcomed coalition members and led introductions. Laurie Fathe, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs at Heritage University, discussed HU’s commitment to Early Childhood Education and thanked Coalition Members for their commitment and passion to work collaboratively in the community.

Claudette Lundquist discussed Heritage University’s Early Learning Center (HUELC) campus partnerships. Claudette explained that students in HU’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program (BSN) will be paired up with toddlers attending HU’s ELC to promote health for the entire family. Each Nursing student will work one-on-one with a toddler and their family to screen and design a custom health plan with them. Claudette expressed the enthusiasm in pioneering this program explaining that no models currently exist. She shared that families will benefit tremendously from working with Nursing, Social Work, and Developmental Psychology students. Claudette added the possibility of including Language Arts in the Early Childhood Education work being done at Heritage.

In addition, Claudette gave a report on the Early Childhood Education Bachelor’s completion program. She shared that Gloria Jones-Dance will be joining the department as a new faculty member and that 10 ECE students are due to graduate in the Spring; including 2 from Seattle. Currently the program is recruiting for Fall semester. If anyone is interested or knows of someone interested in pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in ECE feel free to provide them with Claudette’s information:

Claudette Lindquist Heritage University Chair Early Childhood Studies (ext. 2118) Director of Early Learning Center (ext. 5603) Phone: 509-865-8500 Cell: 206-707-1563

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Action Plan Highlight: Family Engagement

Infant-Toddler Consultation Project Update

Victor Cardenas, Early Learning Specialist Lead at Child Care Aware of Central Washington, a program of Catholic Family and Child Services, gave an update on the DEL Infant Toddler Consultation Contract work they completed in the last fiscal year. He shared that more than 300 hours of multidisciplinary consultation in childcare programs alongside the Early Achiever work had been provided across 19 facilities. Victor highlighted that multiple childcare providers receive the extra support and professional development at each facility.

Victor also discussed the Filming Interactions to Nurture Development (FIND) program (flyer attached) that is aiming at being rolled out in 32 locations in the area. The FIND program is a video coaching program that aims to strengthen positive interactions between caregivers and children. It uses select clips of adults engaging with children to reinforce the kinds of “serve and return” responses that are the foundation of healthy development. The innovative program has stemmed from the work and collaborative of the University of Oregon, University of Washington, Children’s Home Society of Washington, The New Haven MOMS Partnership, Hope for the Future Childcare, and the Washington Department of Early Learning (DEL).

Victor distributed Save the Date postcards for the ChildCare Aware of Washington’s Elevate Early Learning Conference scheduled for September 20 – 21, 2016 at the Tacoma Convention Center in Tacoma, Washington. The conference is designed for all child care and early learning relationship-based practitioners, administrators and system leaders. Coalition members are invited to engage in cross-program discussions and peer learning, and to discover information that will strengthen quality improvement and workforce development efforts across the state. Registration is now open. (Flyer attached) The 2016 Elevate Keynote address "Cultural Competence in the 21st Century," will be presented by Ilsa Govan, M.A., of Cultures Connecting. Her speech will open the conversation about how to create "a culturally competent work environment and collectively address systemic barriers in order to work and thrive in a diverse society."

Lastly, Victor shared the Washington’s Early Learning System Marks Success in Meeting Critical Quality Milestone flyer (attached). Highlighting that as of August 1, 2016, the majority of non-school age children receive child care subsidies in Washington are being cared for by providers who are committed to the Early Achiever’s program. Central Washington has 611 providers serving more than 6,400 children on subsidy.

Monica Rodriguez, Play & Learn Coordinator at Child Care Aware of Central Washington, a program of Catholic Family and Child Services shared that the State-level monthly call was postponed for later this month. She informed members that the call is meant for discussion around the kinder readiness bridge materials and preparation booklets for parents. Monica emphasized the importance of parents promoting Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) in their curriculum to ensure school readiness. She also highlighted the need for parents to have their children participate in local programs such as West Valley School District’s Jump Start to Kindergarten program. The Jump Start program is intended for students in grades K through 6th who are below benchmark in reading.

In addition, Monica reported that several Family Engagement presentations and services have been offered locally. Particularly ones put together by Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Food and Nutrition Service. Monica reported that a healthy eating demonstration was held in the community and invited coalition members to share any presentations they may have.

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Lastly, Monica discussed the Toppenish and Yakima Play & Learn flyers (attached). She informed members that Catholic Family and Child Services Housing division will be offering two more Play & Learn groups at the Granger and Prosser facilities; highlighting that during the 2015-16 fiscal year, 131 caregivers, 287 parents, and 598 children were served through the Play & Learn program. Monica added that the number of families served, continues to increase and all participants benefit from the services and information sent out in English and Spanish quarterly newsletters (Summer 2016 Newsletter attached)- also available on ChildCare Aware’s website.

Action Plan Brainstorming: Family Engagement

Lindsay shared information about the Family Voice and Action Grant opportunity intended to increase the power of family voice to shape local, regional, and state level policy. Lindsay explained the $45k-$65k funding is only available to regional coalitions and is funded by a grant to Thrive from the Kellogg Foundation. This grant is in addition to the existing Community Momentum Grant from Thrive. (PowerPoint Presentation attached)

Coalition members were asked for feedback on the following key questions:

• Which caregivers are we missing?• Which agencies/partners are missing?• Who are our trusted members?• Where are our most vulnerable families?• What can we expand or enhance that is already successful?• What new activities should we start doing?• How do we connect families to state policymakers?

Member feedback on each question is included in the attachments.

Lindsay informed members that the Coalition’s Executive Committee has contracted with a consultant for Strategic Planning. Highlighting the desire to articulate the Coalition’s “seen and felt identity” now that the fiscal agent and personnel changes are operating at full capacity. Lindsay added that a brief survey will be coming out early next week and asked members to please complete it. The questions included below are similar to what will be included on the survey:

• Why do you participate on the Coalition?• What do you think are the greatest benefits your agency/client(s) receive from your participation in

the coalition?• What would you like to see more of?• What would you like to see less of?• What would you like to see the coalition accomplish in the next 18-24 months?• Who, or which agencies or community members would you like to see join the coalition?

WaKIDs, State and Local Update

Stacie Marez gave an update on the WaKIDS kindergarten assessment/readiness training that Kathy Lenihan will provide this month for teachers that are new to WaKIDS. Stacie discussed that WaKIDS is designed to help children have a successful start on their K-12 experience through three components: Family Connection, which welcomes families into the state's K-12 system as partners in their child's education; Whole Child

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Assessment, which gives kindergarten teachers information about the social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and linguistic development of their students so instruction may be tailored to meet individual needs; and Early Learning Collaboration, which aligns practices of early learning professionals and kindergarten teachers to support smooth transitions for children. Furthermore, ESD 105 provides training on the WaKIDS assessment tool, TS GOLD, and technical support for implementing all three components of WaKIDS. Relative to Head Start and ECEAP: Stacie discussed Frank Ordway’s (Assistant Director of Government and Community Relations with DEL) involvement, Ross Hunter’s (Director of DEL) approach of working with a business model to bring effective changes, the transparency in request for proposals (RFPs), and the focus on policy updates. She explained that DEL was informed of their responsibility for monitoring Family, friend and neighbor (FFN) providers, which include: grandparents, aunts and uncles, elders, older siblings, friends, neighbors, and others who help families take care of their kids on an informal basis. FFN providers are unlicensed and not regulated by the state, although some FFN providers can receive child care subsidies for the care they provide. Both in Washington and around the nation, FFN care is the most common type of child care for infants and toddlers, and for school-age children before and after school. Stacie discussed that DEL is in the process of understanding and defining their scope in monitoring the FFN program. However, the priority at this moment is to provide a supportive role and to establish a rapport with FNN providers. Lastly, Stacie discussed that the Legislature has made preschool a statutory entitlement for families with incomes at or below 110% of federal poverty level by fall 2020. Based on the children likely to participate, this would result in a need of 8,000 more slots for children than Washington currently has. Stacie emphasized the importance of facility space, class reduction, ECEAP expansion and slot conversion from half-day to full-day, and the need salary parity to increase the reduction in Early Childhood Education workforce. No Federal updates to report at this meeting.

ELRC and ELAC Update Lindsay shared the highlights of the Early Learning Regional Coalition (ELRC) Statewide Meeting she attended in June in Pasco. The meeting objectives included: Sharing best practices and identifying opportunities for coalitions to take leadership in family engagement and early math, discussing resources to assess and build capacity among regional coalitions, and receiving updates and discussing strategy in preparation for 2017 legislative session. Lindsay added that Rep. Walsh from WA Early Learning and Services Committee (running un-opposed for senate in District 16 for 2017) led a panel discussion with Frank Ordway discussing great tips on how to talk to your elected officials, “how we operate early learning in our communities”, and how to “empower parents to raise their children.” Lastly, Lindsay invited Coalition members to attend the upcoming ELRC meeting in Yakima on October 6, 2016—location has not yet been announced. Agenda will be emailed to Coalition as soon as it becomes available. Lindsay urged members to please consider attending. She also discussed the interest in hosting candidate forums for key constituents in Early Learning.

Lindsay gave an Early Learning Advisory Council (ELAC) report to the group. Noting that the Blue Ribbon Commission created from an executive order issued by Governor Inslee met in July. The Blue Ribbon Commission is intended to create a blueprint for a new state agency on delivery of services to children and families. The member list was recently announced and includes: DEL, DSHS, Tribal Leadership, Courts, and Elected Officials—all appointments by the Governor. Currently conversation is around the constituencies it would serve and the mission and vision for the new department; recommendations are due in November. Agenda, Presentation, and Meeting materials can be found here. Update from the June Meeting, the Standards Alignment draft was submitted to DEL this week. Public

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comment will begin in October. Lindsay shared that she will be attending the ELAC Meeting on Thursday, August 11, 2016 in Spokane that will focus on Agency Request Legislation and the 2017 Work Plan (agenda attached).

Action Plan Work: Awareness and Advocacy

Lindsay introduced Lee Murdock, who owns and operates RiverRock Consulting. Lee led member through a series of questions such as: What is the Coalition, What does it do, and Why should I care? The discussion was aimed at identifying 12 to 15 relevant data points about children and families in Kittitas and Yakima Counties that can be presented in a brochure reflective of the Coalition’s goals and work efforts. Furthermore, the brochure is meant to recruit interest and participation from the larger community, business, etc.

The brainstorming session identified the following list of data indicators and national research to include:

Research Indicates Local Indicators

Early Learning Return on Investment % population under 18 and under 5

Impact of unaffordable housing on youth outcomes

% living in households paying more than 30% of income towards housing

Impact of parental education on youth outcomes

% Adult population with Less than a 9th Grade Education

Impact of Food Insecurity on youth outcomes % Children experiencing food insecurity

Impact of access to a Primary Care Physician on youth outcomes % of youth with PCP/Insured/well child

Impact of nontraditional families on youth outcomes % single parent households/Grandparents

Impact of linguistic isolation on youth outcomes % Speak English less than very well

Effect of access to early learning on Expulsion Rates % Students Expelled or Suspended

Effect of access to early learning on Income Levels % Children living below FPL

Effect of access to early learning on Education Attainment

% enrolled in Head Start, ECAP, Licensed Preschool %Preschool Enrollment

Effect of access to early learning on Drug/Alcohol Use

% Students who have used drugs/Alcohol in last 30 days

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Next Meeting Next Investing in Children Coalition meeting to be held Wednesday, September 7, 2016 at Inspire Development Center Suite C- 105 S. 6th Street, Sunnyside, WA 98944 from 2 PM to 4 PM. Other Meetings Thrive Site Visit- August 10, 2016, 11 AM to 2 PM Blossoms Early Learning Center- 411 N 4th Street, Yakima 98901 Executive Committee- August 17, 2016, 11:00 AM to 2 PM Blossoms Early Learning Center- 411 N 4th Street, Yakima 98901 Attachments Filming Interactions to Nurture Development (FIND) Flyer Elevate Early Learning Conference Flyer

WA’s Early Learning Milestone Flyer Toppenish Play & Learn English Flyer Toppenish Play & Learn Spanish Flyer Yakima Play & Learn English Flyer Yakima Play & Learn Spanish Flyer ChildCare Aware’s Summer 2016 Newsletter ChildCare Aware’s Family Information English Flyer

ChildCare Aware’s Family Information Spanish Flyer

Family Voice and Action Grant PowerPoint Presentation Family Engagement Brainstorming Feedback ELAC August 11, 2016 Meeting Agenda

The FIND Program FilmingInteractionstoNurtureDevelopment(FIND)isavideocoachingprogramforcaregiversofyoungchildren.FINDisapositive,strength-basedprogramthatusesvideotoreinforceandstrengthendevelopmentallysupportiveinteractionsseenbetweenyoungchildrenandtheadultsintheirlives.FINDutilizestheconceptofServeandReturndevelopedbytheCenterontheDevelopingChildatHarvardUniversity.Children“serve”whentheyinitiateaninteractionusingsounds,wordsorgestures.Caregivers“return”whentheynoticeandrespondinadevelopmentallysupportiveway.WithinthecontextofFIND,5specificelementsofserveandreturnareemphasized,withoneelementintroducedineachcoachingsession.ThefiveFINDelementsare:

• SharingtheChild’sFocus• SupportingandEncouraging• Naming• Back&ForthInteraction• EndingsandBeginnings

FINDisa10sessionprogram.First,thecaregiverisfilmedfor10-15minutesinteractingwiththechildrenintheclassroomdoingregularactivitiessuchasplayingoreating.Atthenextmeeting,thecoachandcaregivermeetforabout30minutesoutoftheclassroomtoreviewthefilmanddiscuss.Thecoachandcaregivercontinuetomeetweekly,alternatingbetweenfilmingandcoachingsessions.

Who might benefit from participating in FIND? TheFINDprogramhasbeendesignedto:

• Promoteattentive,responsiveinteractions(i.e.Serve&Return)betweencaregiversandthechildrenintheircare

• Reducecaregivingstress• Increasecaregiversenseofcompetence

Caregiverswithprofessionaldevelopmentgoalsinanyoralloftheseareasareencouragedtoparticipate.FINDcanbeahelpfulsupportforcaregiverswitharangeoftrainingandexperience,includingseasonedcaregiversandthosewhoarenewtothefield.

KeepinmindthatFINDisa10sessionprogram.Assuch,FINDisrecommendedforcaregiverswhoplantobeintheircurrentclassroomforatleastthenextthreemonths.ForcaregiverswhomaybeidentifiedasparticipantsinFall2015orWinter2016,butnotstartinguntilSpring2016,longtermstabilityoftheirclassroomplacementshouldbeconsidered.

FilmingInteractionstoNurtureDevelopment

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Family Voice and Action Grant

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Overview

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• Funding available to regional coalitions only• $45,000 to $65,000 request from each• Proposal due 9/2/16• Project period: 11/16-12/17• May be renewable for 2018 (and 2019?)• In addition to existing Community Momentum Grant

from Thrive• Funded by a grant to Thrive from the Kellogg

Foundation

Goals

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• The What: Increase the power of family voice toshape local, regional, and state level policy.

• The How: Authentic family engagement at thecommunity level

• The Who: Families with children in family, friendand neighbor (FFN) care

Goals

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• The Why: existing structures that support formalearly learning environments are not serving thenearly 2/3 of WA children in FFN care (71% ofwhom are living below 200% of the federalpoverty line)

Goals

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Grant Goal 1: Coalition grantees establish meaningful partnerships with identified community organizations serving identified communities/families that are furthest from opportunity*

*This can mean expanding or enhancing a partnership or program that is already working well.

Goals

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Grant Goal 2: Parent and caregiver voice is used to inform policy at the state level in Washington and families understand how their input influenced policy makers.*

*This can focus on policies that are most relevant tofamilies in our area.

Goals

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Grant Goal 3: Parents and caregivers from underrepresented communities are empowered to be lifelong advocates for their children.

Questions to consider

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• Which caregivers are we missing?• Which agencies/partners are missing? • Who are our trusted messengers?• Where are our most vulnerable families? • What can we expand or enhance that is already

successful?• What new activities should we start doing?• How do we connect families to state policymakers?

Process

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• 9/2: Proposals due to Thrive– Executive Committee will work on this

• 9/30: Scope of work finalized with Thrive• October 2016: awards announced• November 2016: funds disbursed

Action Plan Brainstorming: Family Engagement

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What new activities should we start? • More services to rural families (i.e. mobile clinics, mobile dental services, or even mobile

classrooms). • Offer Parent education or enhance their education.• Coordinated referral system for Early Learning services (e.g. South Sound Parent to Parent -

utilize 2-1-1 system).• Regular feedback from Parent groups sent or communicated to policy makers at all levels (e.g.

increase Parent presence at City Council meetings to start.• Access to internet and computers for Parents- including trainings on how to search.• More strength-based activities reinforcing what parents already know- referencing rather than

“teaching or providing approach”.

Which caregivers are missing? • FFN caregivers that are hesitant to come out because they distrust, live too distant, or are

uniformed. • Foster Care• Those who are the most at-risk, isolated, and not information- hard to reach and engage.• Stay at home Mothers- Spanish speaking, low-income, without driver’s license, undocumented.

Who are our trusted messengers? • Healthcare agencies YVFWC, WIC, Home Visitors, Providers, PHNs, CHWs.• DSHS Staff• School Nurses• Family Advocates- Head Start and ECEAP• Indian Health Services• Peers in the community (i.e. other FFN caregivers)• Media, DSHS, radio, op-ed pieces• Family Support Specialists• Promotoras de “La Casa Hogar” in the community and ESD 105 for policy, resource, & systems-

related questions• DEL and ChildCare Aware

What can we expand/enhance? • Communication between agencies• Increase collaboration• Education for Spanish-speaking Parents on how to access the school, health, environmental, civil

rights, political systems, and advocate for their children within them.• Access Education Training in basic computer skills• Inviting/bringing Moms/Parents to Coalition or Training meetings with child care stipends

available during their attendance.

How do we connect families to policymakers? • By having regular Parent information meetings with resources and guest speakers.• Providing connection information for specific needs (i.e. who do I contact about ____).• Create a Parent/Caregiver advisory board which provides ongoing resources- there will then be

a centralized body to connect to policy makers to the issues that impact them most.

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• Forum with legislators• Regular updates to policymakers- ensure regular contact.• Newsletter, flyer, brochure

Which agencies/partners are missing? • Foster/Kinship Care service providers to capture missing population (e.g. Casey Family and CFCS)• Migrant worker representatives/employers• Local government/state agencies• Partnerships between existing agencies (e.g. agencies with mobile units working with Play &

Learn groups to build community awareness).• C.A.S.A or other court partners• USDA Nutrition program (CFCS)• Inspire• Children’s Administration

Where are our most vulnerable families? • Families that are in rural areas- low-income families.• Families with low paying jobs.• Those not connected to any services, such as: medical, dental, schools- in isolated rural areas,

non-at-risk, middle and upper income.• The kids that just show up for Kinder and were not on anyone’s radar• Stay at home Moms, Spanish speaking, undocumented, without driver’s license, low-income,

and newly arriving.• Teen Parents- living in family homes.• Foster Care• Mattawa• Families with language barriers (e.g. speaking, writing, and talking).• White Swan

What would like to see more of? • Local, Regional, and State news/information

What are the benefits—to you, your agency, and your clients? • Knowledge and data• Parent involvement• Word of mouth, future access to services• Learning community• Leverage collaborative care process for clients

Why do you participate in the coalition? • Partnership, networking• To get access to resources in the community to share with families.

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Early Learning Advisory Council (ELAC) Meeting Agenda

August 11, 2016 – 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Red Lion at the Park - Spokane, WA

Time Activity Early Learning Plan Strategy

8:30-9:00 Check-In & Light Refreshments

9:00-9:15 Welcome & Introductions

9:15-10:30 Standards Alignment Description: ELAC will provide input on themes from community feedback, and will provide ideas and suggestions for how to address community feedback.

Systems & Communities (#34)

10:30-10:45 BREAK

10:45-11:30 Exempt Providers Description: ELAC will discuss the health and safety monitoring responsibilities per the Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG).

Parents, Families & Caregivers (#17)

11:30-12:00 Feedback Loop and Q & A on State Agency/Partner and Regional Coalition Updates

Systems & Communities (#34)

12:00-1:00 WORKING LUNCH 30 mins—Get Lunch & Network 30 mins—Lunch & Learn presentation & discussion

1:00-1:45 Policy Development & Review Description: ELAC will provide guidance on DEL’s 2017 Legislative agenda.

Systems & Communities (#34)

1:45-2:45 2017 ELAC Work Plan Description: ELAC will reflect on 2016 and brainstorm topics for the 2017 work plan.

Systems & Communities (#34)

2:45-2:55 BREAK

2:55-3:45 ELAC Subcommittee Structure Description: ELAC will review and vote on the Early Achievers Review Subcommittee (EARS) and receive an update on the EARS accreditation recommendations and vote.

3:45-4:00 Meeting Follow Up & Feedback/Closing Remarks/Adjourn

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PURPOSE ESSENTIAL RACIAL EQUITY QUESTIONS

To build a comprehensive system of early learning services, ELAC will:

Advise DEL, and as requested the WashingtonEarly Learning Partnership

Commit to open dialogue to bring up timelyissues and diverse priorities

Deliberate and influence state/local policiesand programs

Actively engage to support state/localconnections

Is this policy, decision or practice good for kids,families and early learning educators of color?

Do some kids, families and early learningeducators benefit more or less than others?

Do kids, families and early learning educatorsof color have access, and if not, why?

What data and information is missing? Are there any unintended consequences?

COMMUNITY AGREEMENTS

ELAC is dedicated to ensuring a safe environment where quality deliberations take place by allowing every individual the opportunity to be heard without censorship or judgement. All input and questions are encouraged and welcomed. ELAC is committed to listening to the voices of those gathered to work together to provide whole child outcomes for the families of Washington State. We are responsible for each other’s learning. In order to support this process, all participants must agree to be:

Present Brave Respectful Forward Thinking Committed to the

WHY?, the WHAT? Andthe HOW?

Truthful An Active Listener Open A Communication

Conduit to VariousCommunities

Engaged Comfortable with

Messy Conversations An Advocate for and

Agent of Change Solution Focused

ELAC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Ross Hunter, DEL Director Lois Martin, Co-Chair Enrica Hampton, Regional Advisor Representative VACANT, Co-Chair

DEL ELAC STAFF Deanna Stewart – deanna.stewart@del.wa.gov Ashley Palar – ashley.palar@del.wa.gov Frank Ordway – frank.ordway@del.wa.gov

2016 ELAC Meetings

•Agency Request Legislation

•2017 Work Plan

August 11, 2016

•Standards Alignment

•Early Start Act Annual Progress Report

•2017 Work Plan

October 4, 2016

•Early LearningWork Force

December 6, 2016