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PROGRAMS
& SERVICES:
EARLY EDUCATION
(Updated 5/15/08)
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OVERVIEW
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The Department of
Education, individually and in collaboration with a number of other organizations,
supports early education initiatives in many ways. The assortment of programs include:
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Public Preschool Partnerships
Vermont public schools have the option of providing early education services to resident three- and four-year old children within the public school setting, in collaboration with other qualified community programs, or both. Licensed early educators provide children with developmentally appropriate learning opportunities based on the Vermont Early Learning Standards. Public Preschool Partnerships are supported by the Vermont Education Fund (a.k.a. ADM funding) and administered by local school districts.
- Act 62 - An Act Relating to Prekindergarten Education (Updated 5/15/08)
Act 62
was signed into law in 2007. It reaffirms a long-standing practice of state and local support for publicly-funded prekindergarten education for 3-5 year old children by schools and private programs. While not a mandatory program for towns or children, it allows interested communities to provide limited early education services in quality settings. View currently available documents and resources.
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Early Education Initiative (EEI)
Established by the Legislature in 1987, EEI prepares at-risk preschool children for success in kindergarten and beyond. EEI serves children who are ineligible or inadequately served by existing early childhood education programs. Coordinated with community programs to avoid duplication and to make the best possible use of resources, EEI services also fill gaps created by restrictive requirements or insufficient resources. |
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Essential Early Education (EEE)
This statewide program coordinates early childhood special education services for children ages three through five. Services are administered by local school districts in conjunction with local early childhood service providers to ensure inclusive educational environments. |
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Even Start Family Literacy
The Even Start Family Literacy program is a federally funded program model that integrates adult, parenting and early childhood education into a comprehensive family literacy program to break the intergenerational cycle of poverty and low literacy. Even Start programs offer educational services primarily children from birth through age 7 and their parents. Families are selected for services based on their level of economic and educational needs. Even Start builds on existing high-quality adult, early education and parenting services to provide family-centered programming of sufficient duration and intensity to support high educational achievements and economic self sufficiency. |
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Family, Infant and Toddler Project of Vermont
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) - Part C provides for early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families. Implementation of these services in Vermont is through a family-centered coordinated system called the Family, Infant and Toddler Project of Vermont. The Agency of Human Services and the Vermont Department of Education share responsibility for implementation as co-lead agencies. The Vermont Department of Health, as project partner, provides administrative support. |
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Title I Preschool/Migrant Preschool Services
Many Vermont school districts receive federal Title I funds to provide compensatory education services to children considered at-risk or disadvantaged. Title I funds may be used to support a school’s preschool program for these children. In addition, three- and four-year old children who qualify for migrant status are eligible to receive early education services supported by federal funds. |
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LINKS
TO CURRENTLY AVAILABLE INFORMATION
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Early Education Publications & Resources
View publications and Web resources for parents and school staff. |
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Early Literacy Success Grant Application for 2009
This grant provides funds to implement initiatives which focus on early literacy success throughout Vermont. A notice of intent is due April 21, 2008; applications are due May 12, 2008.
For information or questions, contact Janet Harwood at (802) 828-1225 or janet.harwood@state.vt.us.
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Vermont’s 2007 Early Childhood Resource Directory
This document provides state and local contact information about early childhood resources in your area. Contact information is provided for local school district Essential Early Education (EEE) and Early Education Initiative (EEI) programs, Family Infant Toddler Programs (FITP), Head Start, parent/child centers, family support services, medical and health services, Children’s Upstream Services, and Even Start. NOTE: Building Bright Future (BBF) Regional Councils information will be included at a later date. Contact information in the directory will be updated periodically. E-mail personnel and/or contact information changes to shirley.rawson@state.vt.us. |
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Supporting Children With Disabilities and Their Families: An Interagency Agreement Among Early Care, Health, and Education Programs and Agencies in Vermont
This agreement among the Department of Education, Agency of Human Services, Head Start and others identifies roles and responsibilities for coordination and collaboration to ensure high-quality learning development and learning options for young children with disabilities. |
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Even
Start Family Literacy Brochure
This brochure describes the Even Start Family Literacy program and identifies who
is eligible to apply for funding and who is eligible to participate.
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CONTACT
INFORMATION
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Early Education Initiative (EEI)/Public Preschool Partnerships
Jim Squires, Early Childhood Education Program Specialist
(802) 828-3892 (P)
(802) 828-3146 (F)
jim.squires@state.vt.us
Professional Development & Educator Quality/Public Preschool Partnerships/Essential Early Education (EEE)/Family, Infant and Toddler Project of Vermont
Manuela Fonseca, Early Childhood Education Program Specialist
(802) 828-3850 (P)
(802) 828-3146 (F)
manuela.fonseca@state.vt.us
Essential Early Education (EEE)
Kate Rogers, Essential Early Education Consultant
(802) 828-5115 (P)
(802) 828-3146 (F)
kate.rogers@state.vt.us
Even Start Family Literacy
Wendy Ross, Even Start State Director
(802) 828-5148 (P)
(802) 828-0573 (F)
wendy.ross@state.vt.us
Title I Preschool/Migrant Preschool Services
Mary Mulloy, Migrant Education State Director
(802) 828-3067 (P)
(802) 828-0573 (F)
mary.mulloy@state.vt.us |
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