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Management Bulletin 26-02: Fiscal Year 2025–26 Program Self-Evaluation for California State Preschool Program Contractors

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Subject: Management Bulletin 26-02: Fiscal Year 2025-26 Program Self-Evaluation for California State Preschool Program Contractors

Attention: Executive Officers and Program Directors of California State Preschool Programs

The California Department of Education (CDE), Early Education Division (EED) has released Management Bulletin (MB) 26-02: Fiscal Year 2025-26 Program Self-Evaluation (PSE) for California State Preschool Program Contractors, which can be accessed on the MB 26-02 web page at . This MB notifies CSPP contractors of:
Management Bulletin 26-02 - Child Development (CA Dept of Education)

* The PSE requirements for Fiscal Year 2025-26
* The submission process for the 2025-26 PSE
* The submission process for the 2025-26 Training Needs Survey

An informational webinar detailing the PSE requirements, survey and submission process will be presented on March 4, 2026. Webinar information can be found on the CDE PSE web page

If you have questions regarding the information in this MB, please contact your assigned EED Program Quality Implementation (PQI) Regional Consultant. The CDE, EED PQI Consultant Regional Assignments directory web page can be accessed at .

Program Self-Evaluations - Child Development (CA Dept of Education) If you have questions regarding the information in this MB, please contact your assigned Early Education and Nutrition Fiscal Services (EENFS) fiscal apportionment analyst. The CDE, EENFS Fiscal Analyst Directory web page can be accessed at . programmatic

Sincerely, Consultant Regional Assignments
Early Education Division
California Department of Education fiscal Fiscal Apportionment Analyst Directory

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Early Education Division California State Preschool Program Office Hours

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Dear Early Learning Community,

The California Department of Education (CDE), Early Education Division is pleased to offer weekly office hours as a system of support for California State Preschool Programs (CSPPs). Each week, we will focus on a different topic relevant to your work, including:

For the week of , the topic will be: March 4, 2026

These office hours are designed to provide a space for open dialogue and support. Our goal is to answer any questions you may have related to the week's topic. Participation is optional, and sessions will not be recorded to encourage candid conversation. Attendees will vary based on the presented topic. Maximizing Enrollment

Please take a moment to register for the Early Education Division CSPP Office Hours: occurring on from using the link below: Maximizing Enrollment

March 4, 2026

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. 3 to 4 p.m. Pacific Time (PT)

Additionally, resources to support increasing enrollment have been posted to the Maximizing Enrollment web page: . us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/s0_XRDweT7aaMNkuDmrd5A

Upcoming Topics Include:

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* www.cde.ca.gov/sp/cd/ci/maximizingenrollment.asp

We look forward to connecting with you and supporting your work in early learning!

For information on CDE news related to our P-3 initiative and to ensure you receive updates about future webinars, email "subscribe" to .
March 11, 2026 from 3 to 4 p.m. (PT): FCCHENs
Sincerely, March 18, 2026 from 3 to 4 p.m. (PT): Multilingual Learners

Stephen Propheter, Director

Early Education Division

California Department of Education
subscribe-cdep3updates@mlist.cde.ca.gov
Shanna Birkholz-Vasquez, Associate Director
Early Education Division

California Department of Education We also encourage you to follow our Universal PreKindergarten communications campaign for updates on these social media platforms:

X: @CAUniversalPreK Instagram: @cauniversalprek Facebook: @CAUniversalPreK LinkedIn: California's Universal PreKindergarten BlueSky: @cauniversalprek.bsky.social

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Inclusion Toolkit Supporting Inclusive Preschool Practices for All Children

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Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 25-15E: Erratum to Implementation of Assembly Bill (AB) 1808 (Chapter 356, Statutes 2024)

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Early Childhood Policy Council Meeting February 26, 2026 (Notice & Agenda)

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Subject: Meeting Announcement: Early Childhood Policy Council Meeting February 26, 2026

Attention: Executive Directors and Program Directors of California State Preschool Programs, and Other Interested Parties

The California Department of Education is pleased to announce the upcoming Early Childhood Policy Council Meeting on Thursday, February 26, 2026,from 9 a.m. to noon (Pacific Time).The full agenda for this meeting can be accessed here.

This meeting will cover the topics listed below and will provide opportunities for public comment throughout:

Welcome and Introduction

Immigration Enforcement: Model Policies to Protect Safe Spaces

Council Budget Priorities Letter

Council Process and Topics that Align with Legislation

Physical Meeting Information:
1000 G Street,
Sacramento, CA 95814
WestEd, 5th floor, Capitol Room

Virtual Meeting Registration Information:
https://wested.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_J7icP3kOTyaT0KeuluO7hA

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Any person who wishes to request this notice or other meeting materials in an alternative format, which would enable that person to participate in the meeting, must make that request at least five (5) business days prior to the meeting date by email to ecpc@dss.ca.gov.

The order in which agenda items are considered may be subject to change. Public comment will be taken at the conclusion of each agenda item.

More information is available on the Early Childhood Policy Counci l web page.

Sincerely,
Early Education Division
California Department of Education

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Free Professional Development Opportunity - Integrating Science Learning Concepts in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) Teaching

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State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Hosts Secretary of State, Former California Speaker of the Assembly for Living Black History Webinars and More in This Week’s Issue of CDE Today

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2026 Program for Infant/Toddler Care Academy for Family Child Care and Family, Friend, and Neighbor Providers

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Early Childhood Policy Council Meeting Notice and Agenda

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Greetings,Thursday, February 26, 2026

Please join us for our February meeting of the Early Childhood Policy Council.

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Physical Meeting Information:
1000 G Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
WestEd, 5th floor, Capitol Room

Virtual Meeting Information:
Please use this Zoom link to register in advance for the meeting

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting

Presentation by the Office of Attorney General

Council discussion and advice on model policies

Presentation by Council subcommittee

Council discussion of draft letter

Possible Council Endorsement

Determine subcommittee for May Revise letter

Overview of Assembly Bill 563 provisions and Council process

Council questions and discussion

Determine subcommittees

Invite suggested priority topics

Members of the public are invited to provide verbal comments

Any person who wishes to request this notice or other meeting materials in an alternative format, which would enable that person to participate in the meeting, must make that request at least five (5) business days prior to the meeting date by email to In partnership, ecpc@dss.ca.gov.

The order in which agenda items are considered may be subject to change. Public comment will be taken at the conclusion of each agenda item.

Lupe Jaime-Mileham, EdD, Deputy Director
Child Care and Development Division
California Department of Social Services
More information is available on the Early Childhood Policy Council web page.

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Child Care Licensing: Best Practices for Maintaining a Safe and Secure Child Care Environment (Translation)

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Early Education Division California State Preschool Program Office Hours

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Revised Universal PreKindergarten Frequently Asked Questions Posted

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Subject: Revised Universal PreKindergarten Frequently Asked Questions Posted

Attention: Executive Directors, Program Directors, Educators, and Early Childhood Education Partners

This is a message from the California Department of Education (CDE), Early Education Division (EED).

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Dear Early Learning Community,

The California Department of Education (CDE), Early Education Division is pleased to announce that the Universal PreKindergarten and Kindergarten Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) web pages have been revised. Please visit each web page to see the revised FAQs:

Universal PreKindergarten FAQs - Elementary (CA Dept of Education)

For information on CDE news related to our P-3 initiative and to ensure you receive updates about future webinars, email "subscribe" to Kindergarten Frequently Asked Questions - Elementary (CA Dept of Education) .

Sincerely, subscribe-cdep3updates@mlist.cde.ca.gov

Stephen Propheter, Director
Early Education Division

California Department of Education

Shanna Birkholz-Vasquez, Associate Director
Early Education Division
California Department of Education We also encourage you to follow our Universal PreKindergarten communications campaign for updates on these social media platforms:

X: @CAUniversalPreK Instagram: @cauniversalprek Facebook: @CAUniversalPreK LinkedIn: California's Universal PreKindergarten BlueSky: @cauniversalprek.bsky.social

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State Superintendent Thurmond Kicks Off Living Black History Webinar Series and More in This Week’s Issue of CDE Today

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Family Child Care at its Best Rural Cohort

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Open registration for Family Child Care at its Best Workshops

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Please visit the Open registration for Family Child Care at its Best Workshops
FCCB Workshops Flyer for more information and to register.
Inscripciones abiertas para los talleres de Cuidado Infantil Familiar en su Máxima Expresión (FCCB).
Por favor, siga este enlace para acceder al folleto con más información y los enlaces de registro.

En asociación,

Lupe Jaime-Mileham, EdD.
Subdirectora
División de Cuidado y Desarrollo Infantil
Departamento de Servicios Sociales de California

Saludos,

Además de los talleres organizados por agencias de capacitación locales Cuidado Infantil Familiar en su Máxima Expresión (FCCB) ofrece tres talleres esta primavera que están abiertos a los proveedores de cuidado infantil familiar de todo el estado.

In partnership,

Lupe Jaime-Mileham, EdD.
Deputy Director
Child Care and Development Division
California Department of Social Services

Greetings,

In addition to workshops hosted by local training agencies, Family Child Care at Its Best (FCCB) is offering three workshops this winter that will be held virtually and are open to family child care providers and family, friend, or neighbor caregivers across the state.

Serving Children with Disabilities or Delays and their Families (English)

The Power of Play (English)

Setting the Stage for Social Competence (English)

Sirviendo a Niños con Discapacidades o dificultades en el desarrollo y a sus Familias (Inglés)

El Poder del Juego (Inglés)

Preparando el Camino para la Competencia Social (Inglés)

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Early Education Division California State Preschool Program Office Hours

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Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 26-02: IMPLEMENTATION OF SENATE BILL (SB) 792

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Greetings, Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 26-02: IMPLEMENTATION OF SENATE BILL (SB) 792

The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) Child Care and Development Division (CCDD) has recently published the following document: Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 26-02 IMPLEMENTATION OF SENATE BILL (SB) 792

The purpose of this Child Care Bulletin (CCB) is to provide guidance to counties and child care and development contractors regarding changes enacted in Senate Bill (SB) 792 (Chapter 234, Statutes of 2025), including a new definition of "Attendance" to expand the categories of excused absences, technical revision to policies related to CCB 26-02 Page Two state median income (SMI), and extension of the family fee exemptions for vulnerable populations.
If you have any questions or need additional guidance regarding the information in this letter, please contact your assigned Program Quality Improvement Consultant.

In partnership,

Lupe Jaime-Mileham, EdD, Deputy Director
Child Care and Development Division
California Department of Social Services

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Partner Resource: Maintaining a Safe and Secure Child Care Environment

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Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 26-01: Revisions to California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Stage One Child Care Forms: CCP 7 and NA 832

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Child Care and Development Programs and Partners Job Vacancy

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Child Care Licensing: best practices for maintaining a safe and secure child care environment

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State Superintendent Thurmond Co-Sponsors Bill to Protect Immigrant Students and More in This Week’s Issue of CDE Today

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"Updated" Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 25-21EIII: ERRATUM TO THE ALTERNATIVE PAYMENT PROGRAM ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT ALLOCATION

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"Updated" Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 25-21EIII: ERRATUM TO THE ALTERNATIVE PAYMENT PROGRAM ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT ALLOCATIONIf you have questions or need additional guidance regarding the information in this letter, please contact the Child Development Fiscal Services inbox at In partnership,

ATTENTION: ERRATUM III TO ALTERNATIVE PAYMENT PROGRAM ADMIN SUPPORT ALLOCATION childdevelopmentfiscal@dss.ca.gov

Greetings,

Lupe Jaime-Mileham, EdD, Deputy Director
Child Care and Development Division
California Department of Social Services
The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) Child Care and Development Division (CCDD) has recently published an updated Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 25-21EIII: ERRATUM TO THE ALTERNATIVE PAYMENT PROGRAM ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT ALLOCATION

Purpose: This erratum Child Care Bulletin is to provide revised communication to child care and development contractors regarding administrative allocation appropriated in Assembly Bill (AB) 102 for the administration and support costs associated with implementing ongoing provisions of the Memorandum of Understanding with Child Care Providers United.

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Register Now: Including Immigrant Students and Families—District & Community Partnerships and Parent Voice (Next: Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 3:00 – 4:30 PM)

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Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 25-21E111: ERRATUM TO THE ALTERNATIVE PAYMENT PROGRAM ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT ALLOCATION

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State Superintendent Thurmond Meets with Students, Families, Staff from California School for the Deaf in Fremont, and More in This Week’s Issue of CDE Today

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State Superintendent Thurmond Meets with Students, Families, Staff from California School for the Deaf in Fremont, and More in This Week’s Issue of CDE Today

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Management Bulletin 26-01: California State Preschool Program Cost of Care Plus Rate Allocations and One-Time Stabilization Payments for Family Childcare Providers and Centers

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Management Bulletin 26-01: California State Preschool Program Cost of Care Plus Rate Allocations and One-Time Stabilization Payments for Family Childcare Providers and Centers

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Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 25-34E: Errata to Mandatory Transition to the Updated Desired Results Development Profile (DRDP) 2025

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Early Education Division California State Preschool Program Office Hours

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Fiscal Year 2025–26 Enrollment, Attendance, and Fiscal Reporting and Reimbursement Procedures for Early Education Contractors

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Partner Survey: RAPID-CA Survey Opportunity for California Families

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Partner Survey: RAPID-CA Survey Opportunity for California Families

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State Superintendent Thurmond Testifies in Support of Pay Back Bill, 2026 Senate Youth Student Leaders Honored, and More in This Week’s Issue of CDE Today

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Early Education Division California State Preschool Program Office Hours

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Paid Survey Opportunity from the Stanford Center on Early Childhood

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Paid Survey Opportunity from the Stanford Center on Early Childhood

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Paid Survey Opportunity from the Stanford Center on Early Childhood

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Webinar Announcement: Two Part Classroom Assessment Scoring System Environment Webinar Series

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Webinar Announcement: Two Part Classroom Assessment Scoring System Environment Webinar Series

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Postponement – P-3 Guide to Supporting Multilingual Learners: A Preschool through 3rd Grade Toolkit

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Postponement – P-3 Guide to Supporting Multilingual Learners: A Preschool through 3rd Grade Toolkit

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Maximizing Enrollment Resources for California State Preschool Programs

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"UPDATED" Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 25-34: Mandatory Transition to the Updated Desired Results Development Profile (DRDP) 2025

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“UPDATED” Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 25-34: Mandatory Transition to the Updated Desired Results Development Profile (DRDP) 2025

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Celebrating Our 2026 California Teachers of the Year and More in This Week’s Issue of CDE Today

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Celebrating Our 2026 California Teachers of the Year and More in This Week’s Issue of CDE Today

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Bridging the Gap: Supporting Children with Disabilities through the Classroom Assessment Scoring System Webinar Recording Now Available

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Bridging the Gap: Supporting Children with Disabilities through the Classroom Assessment Scoring System Webinar Recording Now Available

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Early Education Division California State Preschool Program Office Hours

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Reminder of Upcoming Webinar: Part 2 - Highlighting Strategies to Support Equitable Practices in Literacy - California's Commitment to Black Student Success

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Reminder of Upcoming Webinar: Part 2 - Highlighting Strategies to Support Equitable Practices in Literacy - California's Commitment to Black Student Success

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Reminder of Upcoming Webinar: Part 2 - Highlighting Strategies to Support Equitable Practices in Literacy - California’s Commitment to Black Student Success

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Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 25-34: Mandatory Transition to the Updated Desired Results Development Profile (DRDP) 2025

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Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 25-34: Mandatory Transition to the Updated Desired Results Development Profile (DRDP) 2025

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Reminder Guidance for Equipment Purchase Approval Request Requirements, Pre-approved Equipment List, and Subcontract Requirements

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Reminder Guidance for Equipment Purchase Approval Request Requirements, Pre-approved Equipment List, and Subcontract Requirements

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Reminder Guidance for Equipment Purchase Approval Request Requirements, Pre-approved Equipment List, and Subcontract Requirements

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Office of the State Fire Marshal AB 176 – Child Care Center Work Group Agenda

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Office of the State Fire Marshal AB 176 – Child Care Center Work Group Agenda

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(*This workgroup discussion is limited to Child Care Centers only, Family Child Care Homes.)

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Dial in by phone United States, Mountain View
+1 650-564-3271,,111245241#
Find a local number
Phone conference ID: 111 245 241# Contacts
Chair - Crystal Sujeski, CDA-Div. Chief, (510) 846-1276 - Crystal.Sujeski@fire.ca.gov
Co-Chair - Lya Johnson, DSS-CCL, (951) 295-0398 - Lya.Johnson@dss.ca.gov

Support - Jena Garcia, CDA-Supv., (916) 531-7650, jena.garcia@fire.ca.gov

1. CALL TO ORDER
A. Welcome/Overview/ Introductions
B. Agenda/Minutes Review

2. OLD BUSINESS
A. Timeline - Intervening Rulemaking Status
B. Charter

4. ROUNDTABLE/PUBLIC COMMENT

5. UPCOMING MEETING DATES FOR 2026:
A. next meeting: February 13, 2026

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Office of the State Fire Marshal AB 176 - Child Care Center Work Group Agenda

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P-3 Guide to Supporting Multilingual Learners: A Preschool Through Third Grade Toolkit Webinar

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P-3 Guide to Supporting Multilingual Learners: A Preschool Through Third Grade Toolkit Webinar

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P-3 Guide to Supporting Multilingual Learners: A Preschool Through Third Grade Toolkit Webinar

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Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 24-04e: Notice of Rescission

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Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 24-04e: Notice of Rescission

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State of Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) Implementation Volume 2 – Inclusion, Multilingualism, and Educator Supports

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State of Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) Implementation Volume 2 – Inclusion, Multilingualism, and Educator Supports

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State of Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) Implementation Volume 2 – Inclusion, Multilingualism, and Educator Supports

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Introducing the CDE LEAD-K Language Milestones Assessment (SB 210)

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Introducing the CDE LEAD-K Language Milestones Assessment (SB 210)

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From: P3-Alignment Introducing the CDE LEAD-K Language Milestones Assessment (SB 210)

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Impact Inclusion Workgroup Winter Inclusion Newsletter

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Invitation to Submit Literacy Professional Development Programs

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California Statewide Literacy: Upcoming Webinars - January to May 2026

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Dear Educational Partners,

The Statewide Literacy Office has an exciting line-up of webinars scheduled for 2026! Please join us to learn more about California's Approach to Literacy and Biliteracy and the California Literacy Roadmap in the following webinars:

Upcoming Webinars

* January 15, 2026 | 3:00-5:00 PM

California Literacy Roadmap: Providing Best First Instruction and Intervention in Foundational Literacy Skills, TK-5

Using the Literacy Content Blocks, this webinar will examine best practices for teaching foundational literacy skills and incorporating integrated English language development in English-medium classrooms. The session will also explore ways to provide intervention for students who need supplemental or intensified support. Participants will hear from researchers and practitioners about successful strategies and resources.

Registration: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_AI3w2Tz2S6eVMxr6VRQfrg

* January 29, 2026 | 3:30-5:00 PM

Part 2: Highlighting Strategies to Support Equitable Practices in Literacy: California's Commitment to Black Student Success

This session is the second of a two-part series. It is designed to equip administrators, specialists, educators, and families across California with research-based knowledge and actionable strategies to improve literacy outcomes for Black students. Participants will hear from leading experts and researchers, including Dr. Julie Washington and Dr. Tracy Weeden, on effective practices for screening, assessment, and instruction, as well as the system-level supports required to implement these practices efficiently and equitably.

Registration: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sAUTsCmXQ_amvKM5N839HQ

* March 17, 2026 | 3:30-5:00 PM

California Literacy Roadmap: Providing Best First Instruction and Intervention in Integrated Reading and Writing, TK-5

Using the Literacy Content Blocks, this webinar will examine best practices for teaching integrated reading and writing and incorporating integrated English language development in English-medium classrooms. The session will also explore ways to provide intervention for students who need supplemental or intensified support. Participants will hear from researchers and practitioners about successful strategies and resources.

Registration: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0_z1Fm_kS5ih18gikx0rbQ

* May 11, 2026 | 3:30-5:00 PM

California Literacy Roadmap: Literacy Content Blocks for English-Medium Classrooms, 6-12

This webinar will examine best practices for teaching literacy in secondary settings and incorporating integrated English language development. Participants will hear from literacy leaders and practitioners about how individual teachers, literacy teams, and administrators can use the content blocks to strengthen instructional practice through reflection, planning, professional learning, and coaching.

Registration: COMING SOON!

* May 18, 2026 | 3:30-5:00 PM

California Literacy Roadmap: Guidance for Teaching Literacy in Multilingual Settings, TK-12

This webinar will examine best practices for teaching literacy in multilingual settings while advancing biliteracy and incorporating integrated English language development. Participants will hear from researchers and practitioners about successful strategies applicable across multiple grades, languages, and program types.

Registration: COMING SOON!

We hope you can join us for these informative sessions.

To receive information and updates regarding California Literacy, please subscribe to the California Literacy mailing list by sending a blank message to join-cde-literacy@mlist.cde.ca.gov.

If you have any questions or comments, please email statewideliteracycampaign@cde.ca.gov.

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Superintendent Thurmond Announces Second Annual School Leadership to End Hate Institute and More in This Week’s Issue of CDE Today

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Superintendent Thurmond Announces Second Annual School Leadership to End Hate Institute and More in This Week’s Issue of CDE Today

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Early Education Division California State Preschool Program Office Hours

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Early Education Division California State Preschool Program Office Hours

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Honoring Coach John Beam, celebrating 25 Years of State Service at CDE and More in This Week’s Issue of CDE Today

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Honoring Coach John Beam, celebrating 25 Years of State Service at CDE and More in This Week’s Issue of CDE Today

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15-Day Public Comment Period: Proposed Regulations Regarding Attendance Policies in the California State Preschool Program

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Subject: 15-Day Public Comment Period : Proposed Regulations Regarding Attendance Policies in the California State Preschool Program

Attention: All California State Preschool Program Executive Directors, Program Directors, and Other Interested Parties

This notice is to inform interested parties that pursuant to the requirements of Section 11346.4(a), the Proposed Regulations Regarding Attendance Policies in the California State Preschool Program (CSPP) have been posted to the California Department of Education (CDE) Government Code web page for a 15-day public comment period.
Attendance Policies in the CSPP - Proposed Rulemaking & Regulations (CA Dept of Education)
Any interested person, or that person's authorized representative, may submit written comments relevant to the proposed regulatory action.

Instructions on how to submit public comments can be found on the CDE Proposed Rulemaking and Regulations web page listed above. All written comments received by CDE staff during the public comment period are subject to disclosure under the Public Records Act.
Comments must be received by the Regulations Coordinator prior to or on December 24, 2025.
Sincerely,

Early Education Division

California Department of Education

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Early Education Division California State Preschool Program Office Hours

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Final Whole Child Community Equity Workgroup Meeting - December 16, 2025

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Final Whole Child Community Equity Workgroup Meeting - December 16, 2025

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State of UPK Implementation Volume 1 – Milestones, Access, and Developmentally Informed Practice

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Save the Date: Whole Child Community Equity Workgroup December Meeting

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Please register in advance at the 3020 Ranch Pkwy WestEd Suite 220, Seal Beach, CA 90740In partnership,Por favor, inscríbase con antelación en la 3020 Ranch Pkwy WestEd Suite 220, Seal Beach, CA 90740Cualquier persona que necesite este aviso u otros materiales de la reunión en un formato alternativo para poder participar en la reunión puede solicitar adaptaciones. Esta solicitud debe realizarse al menos cinco (5) días hábiles antes de la fecha de la reunión enviando un correo electrónico a Michelle Sonico a 請提前在 请提前在

Whole Child Community Equity Workgroup
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

This meeting will be conducted virtually. Members of the public: meeting registration page. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

The virtual meeting can also be accessed at the following physical location:

Workgroup members will: 1. Whole Child Community Equity Framework Report and Tool 2. Whole Child Community Equity Tool Measures
Any person who needs this notice or other meeting materials in an alternative format so that they can participate in the meeting may request accommodations. This request must be made at least five (5) business days before the meeting date by emailing Michelle Sonico at michelle.sonico@dss.ca.gov

The order in which agenda items are considered is subject to change. The public may comment after each agenda item has been addressed by the workgroup.

More information is available on the California Whole Child Community Equity Workgroup Resources webpage.

Lupe Jaime-Mileham, EdD, Deputy Director
Child Care and Development Division
California Department of Social Services página de inscripción a la reunión. Después de inscribirse, recibirá un correo electrónico de confirmación con información sobre cómo participar en la reunión.

Grupo de trabajo de equidad comunitaria del
niño en su totalidad
Aviso de reunión y agenda
Martes, 16 de diciembre de 2025
12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Esta reunión se llevará a cabo de forma virtual. Miembros del público:

También se puede acceder a la reunión virtual en la siguiente ubicación física:

Objetivos de la reunión
Los miembros del grupo de trabajo van a: michelle.sonico@dss.ca.gov

El orden en que se examinan los puntos de la agenda está sujeto a cambios. El público puede formular comentarios después de que el grupo de trabajo haya abordado cada punto del orden del día.
會議註册頁面註册。註册後，您將收到一封確認電子郵件，其中包含有關如何參加會議的信息。
Hay más información disponible en la página web de recursos del Grupo de trabajo de equidad comunitaria del niño en su totalidad de California.

En colaboración,

Lupe Jaime-Mileham, EdD, Subdirectora
*** Simplified Chinese *** 会议注册页面注册。注册后，您将收到一封确认电子邮件，其中包含有关如何参加会议的信息。
División de Desarrollo y Cuidado Infantil
Departamento de Servicios Sociales de California 1. Informe y Herramienta del Marco de equidad comunitaria del niño en su totalidad 2. Medidas de la Herramienta de equidad comunitaria del niño en su totalidad

*** Traditional Chinese ***

虛擬會議也可在以下實際地點參加：
3020 Ranch Pkwy, WestEd Suite 220, Seal Beach, CA 90740
1. 全人兒童社區公平框架報告與工具

2. 全人兒童社區公平工具測量標準

3. 休會

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Introducing The Power of Play Training for Family Child Care Providers!

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Introducing The Power of Play Training for Family Child Care Providers!

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Introducing The Power of Play Training for Family Child Care Providers!

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Family Child Care at Its Best: Training of Partner Facilitator Topics

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Family Child Care at Its Best: Training of Partner Facilitator Topics

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Family Child Care at Its Best: Training of Partner Facilitator Topics

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Reminder SAVE THE DATE: Equity-Centered Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) Advisory Panel 

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Reminder SAVE THE DATE: Equity-Centered Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) Advisory Panel

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Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 24-04E: ERRATUM TO IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NEW PART-TIME AND FULL-TIME DEFINITIONS FOR REIMBURSEMENT

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Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 24-04E: ERRATUM TO IMPL OF THE NEW PART-TIME & FULL-TIME DEFINITIONS FOR REIMB

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Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 24-04E: ERRATUM TO IMPL OF THE NEW PART-TIME & FULL-TIME DEFINITIONS FOR REIMB

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Webinar Announcement: Requirements for Equipment Purchase Approval Requests and Subcontract Approval Requests for California State Preschool Programs

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This is a message from the California Department of Education (CDE), Early Education Division (EED).

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Webinar Announcement: Requirements for Equipment Purchase Approval Requests and Subcontract Approval Requests for California State Preschool Programs

Attention: Executive Directors and Program Directors of California State Preschool Programs

The California Department of Education (CDE), Early Education Division (EED) is hosting a webinar to provide updates on Requirements for Equipment Purchase Approval Requests (EPARs) and Subcontract Approval Requests for California State Preschool Programs (CSPP). The goal of this webinar is to provide information on when to submit the EPAR form, when a subcontract is needed, how to meet bidding and documentation requirements, and what qualifies for preapproved purchases.

This webinar is scheduled for Thursday, January 22, 2026, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. (Pacific Time).

Registration is required for this webinar. Please click the link below to register for this upcoming opportunity and the log-in information will be sent shortly after registration is complete. In addition, please submit any questions you may have regarding EPARs and Subcontract Approval Requests.

Registration link:

Sincerely, us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_w1t288_URiyyHF9XTSdidA

Early Education Division

California Department of Education You have received this message because you are subscribed to an e-mail list from the California Early Education Division. To unsubscribe from this list, go to www.cde.ca.gov/sp/cd/ci/emailindex.asp.

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Notice of the Payment Integrity and Information Act of 2019 Review Cycle

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Notice of the Payment Integrity and Information Act of 2019 Review Cycle

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Notice of the Payment Integrity and Information Act of 2019 Review Cycle

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Resources – Aligning P-3 Education for Deaf Children: The Role of Language Milestones

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Resources – Aligning P-3 Education for Deaf Children: The Role of Language Milestones

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UPDATE: Management Bulletin 25-12: Reimbursement Flexibilities (Hold Harmless) for the 2025–26 Program Year

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This is a message from the California Department of Education (CDE), Early Education Division (EED).

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Subject: Management Bulletin 25-12: Reimbursement Flexibilities (Hold Harmless) for the 2025-26 Program Year

Attention: Executive Directors and Program Directors of all California State Preschool Programs

The California Department of Education (CDE), Early Education Division (EED) has released Management Bulletin (MB) 25-12 Reimbursement Flexibilities (Hold Harmless) for the 2025-26 Program Year. This MB notifies and provides guidance for California State Preschool Program contractors of the requirements for reimbursement in Fiscal Year 2025-26.

The term 'hold harmless' is used in this bulletin to describe the reimbursement flexibility provided under Section 8245.5, as amended by Senate Bill 120 (2025). It is not a statutory term. Education Code

MB 25-12 can be accessed on the CDE MB 25-12 web page at .

www.cde.ca.gov/sp/cd/ci/mb2512.asp If you have questions regarding the information in this MB, please contact your assigned EED Program Quality Implementation Office Regional Consultant. The CDE, EED Consultant Regional Assignments directory web page can be accessed at .

programmatic If you have any questions about the information in this MB, please contact your assigned Early Education and Nutrition Fiscal Services fiscal analyst. The CDE Fiscal Apportionment Analyst Directory can be accessed at www.cde.ca.gov/sp/cd/ci/assignments.asp .

Sincerely,

fiscal Early Education Division

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Reminder of Upcoming Webinar: Highlighting Strategies to Support Equitable Practices in Literacy - California's Commitment to Black Student Success

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From: Bonnie Garcia Reminder of Upcoming Webinar: Highlighting Strategies to Support Equitable Practices in Literacy - California's Commitment to Black Student Success

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Superintendent Thurmond Discusses 2026 Education Proposals, CDE Hosts 2026 Teachers of the Year, and More in This Week’s Issue of CDE Today

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Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 25-33: Collection of Social Security Numbers

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Q4 Child Care Provider Webinar

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PIN 25-11- CCP - Child Care Provider Webinar Registration

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PIN 25-11- CCP - Child Care Provider Webinar Registration

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Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 25-30E: Errata to Memorandum of Understanding (Mou) Overview

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CCB 25-21EII: ERRATUM II TO ALTERNATIVE PAYMENT PROGRAM ADMIN SUPPORT ALLOCATION

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Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 25-21EII: ERRATUM II TO ALTERNATIVE PAYMENT PROGRAM ADMIN SUPPORT ALLOCATION

ATTENTION: ERRATUM II TO ALTERNATIVE PAYMENT PROGRAM ADMIN SUPPORT ALLOCATION

Greetings,

The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) Child Care and Development Division (CCDD) has recently posted the following document on its Internet website: Child Care Bulletin 25-21EII: ERRATUM II TO ALTERNATIVE PAYMENT PROGRAM ADMIN SUPPORT ALLOCATION.

The purpose of this erratum Child Care Bulletin is to communicate the revised funding allocation to the following agencies: Alameda County Social Services Agency, Bananas Inc., Community Child Care Coordination Council of Alameda, Hively, and The Davis Street Community Center Inc.

If you have questions or need additional guidance regarding the information in this letter, please contact the Child Development Fiscal Services inbox at ChildDevelopmentFiscal@dss.ca.gov.

In partnership,

Child Care and Development Fiscal Services
California Department of Social Services
ChildDevelopmentFiscal@dss.ca.gov

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Reminder: California State Preschool Program Hierarchy Set-Up in the myTeachstone Platform

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Reminder: California State Preschool Program Hierarchy Set-Up in the myTeachstone Platform

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Reminder: California State Preschool Program Hierarchy Set-Up in the myTeachstone Platform

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Reminder: California State Preschool Program Hierarchy Set-Up in the myTeachstone Platform

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Management Bulletin 25-09: The Desired Results Developmental Profile (2025) for California State Preschool Programs and Special Education Division Funded Programs

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This is a message from the California Department of Education (CDE), Early Education Division (EED ).

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Subject: Management Bulletin 25-09: The Desired Results Developmental Profile (2025) for California State Preschool Programs and Special Education Division Funded Programs

The California Department of Education (CDE), Early Education Division (EED) has released Management Bulletin (MB) 25-09 The Desired Results Developmental Profile (2025) [DRDP 2025] for California State Preschool Programs (CSPP) and Special Education Division Funded Programs. Attention: Executive Directors and Program Directors of all California State Preschool Programs This MB provides guidance to CSPP contractors regarding the opportunity to participate in early adoption of the DRDP 2025, a developmental continuum from infancy through grade three. The MB outlines the requirements for CSPP contractors regarding the use of the DRDP 2025 which is optional during the 2025-26 program year and mandatory beginning in the 2026-27 program year. The MB also clarifies the continued use of the DRDP 2015 for special education service providers through the 2025-26 program year.

MB 25-09 can be accessed on the CDE web page.

If you have questions regarding the information in this MB, please contact your assigned EED Program Quality Implementation Office Regional Consultant. The CDE, EED Consultant Regional Assignments directory web page can be accessed at MB 25-09 .

Sincerely,

programmatic Early Education Division

www.cde.ca.gov/sp/cd/ci/assignments.asp California Department of Education You have received this message because you are subscribed to an e-mail list from the California Department of Education's Early Education Division . To unsubscribe from this list, go to . www.cde.ca.gov/sp/cd/ci/emailindex.asp

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Early Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) Fall Forum

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Early Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) Fall Forum

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Early Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) Fall Forum

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Early Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) Fall Forum

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Aligning PreKindergarten Through Third Grade Education for Deaf Children: The Role of Language Milestones

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Aligning PreKindergarten Through Third Grade Education for Deaf Children: The Role of Language Milestones

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Fiscal Year 2025–26 California State Preschool Contract Changes Letter

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Fiscal Year 2025–26 California State Preschool Contract Changes Letter

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This is a message from the California Department of Education (CDE), Early Education Division (EED ).

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Subject: Fiscal Year 2025-26 California State Preschool Contract Changes Letter

Attention: All Executive Directors, Program Directors of California State Preschool Programs and Other Interested Parties The Early Education and Nutrition Fiscal Services (EENFS) Unit has posted the Fiscal Year 2025-26 California State Preschool Contract Changes letter.

The 2025-26 California State Preschool Contract Changes letter can be found on the CDE EENFS web page at . This letter details information important to all California State Preschool Program contractors. Topics include: Fiscal Year 2025-26 California State Preschool Contract Changes Letter

* Budget Act amendments www.cde.ca.gov/fg/aa/cd/beginningyrlttr25.asp
* Cost of care plus rate allocations
* One-time stabilization payments
* Reporting prospective pay administrative costs and contract earnings calculation changes
* Reporting unearned prior year exceptional needs service-level exemption credit

If you have any questions regarding this correspondence, please contact your assigned EENFS Fiscal Analyst from the EENFS Fiscal Apportionment Analyst Directory at .

You have received this message because you are subscribed to an e-mail list from the California Department of Education's Early Education Division . To unsubscribe from this list, go to . www.cde.ca.gov/fg/aa/cd/faad.asp www.cde.ca.gov/sp/cd/ci/emailindex.asp

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Updates from the Achieving Success in Positive Interactions, Relationships, and Environments Website

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This is a message from the California Department of Education (CDE), Early Education Division (EED ).

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Subject: Updates from the Achieving Success in Positive Interactions, Relationships, and Environments Website
The California Department of Education (CDE), Early Education Division is pleased to announce the Achieving Success in Positive Interactions, Relationships, and Environments (ASPIRE) website. Attention: Executive Directors and Program Directors of all California State Preschool Programs

Please visit the ASPIRE website to find information related to:

* Classroom Assessment Scoring Systems (CLASS) resources
* Regional Lead contact information
* Recordings to previous webinars and support series
* CDE related CLASS links

Thank you for your ongoing dedication to ensuring accurate and effective use of the CLASS tool to support ongoing program quality.

Sincerely,
Early Education Division
ASPIRE Website California Department of Education You have received this message because you are subscribed to an e-mail list from the California Department of Education's Early Education Division . To unsubscribe from this list, go to . www.cde.ca.gov/sp/cd/ci/emailindex.asp

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Management Bulletin 25-10: Support to California State Preschool Program Contractors on the Set Aside and Serving Children with Disabilities

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Reminder to Register: Aligning P-3 Education for Deaf Children: The Role of Language Milestones

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Reminder to Register: Aligning P-3 Education for Deaf Children: The Role of Language Milestones

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Dear Universal PreKindergarten Implementation, PreKindergarten Through Third Grade Alignment, and Educational Partners,

The California Department of Education (CDE) would like to remind you to register for the next installment of the Opportunities for All Branch, PreKindergarten through Third Grade (P-3) webinar series, This webinar will be held on Thursday, December 4, 2025, from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. "Aligning P-3 Education for Deaf Children: The Role of Language Milestones."

As part of our P-3 alignment series, this webinar is designed to support local educational agencies, community-based organizations, and their partners by providing essential information on the Language Development Milestones for Deaf Children in California. Senate Bill 210 in California, codified as Section 56326.5, mandates the monitoring of language development for deaf and hard-of-hearing children from birth to age five. The session will offer historical context, background, and critical guidance for implementing these state-managed milestones in P-3 classrooms.

Education Code Participants will hear from researchers and practitioners who will share practical strategies, research-based practices, and tools to support accessible language development for deaf and hard of hearing children in P-3 settings.

We are pleased to offer professional development certificates to participants who attend the live webinar. To ensure your certificate is accurate, please register with your name exactly as you would like it to appear on your certificate.

To attend, please register for the "Aligning P-3 Education for Deaf Children: The Role of Language Milestones" webinar using this link: .

For information on CDE news related to our P-3 initiative and to ensure you receive updates about future webinars, email "subscribe" to .
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Cs8Q2ySdQgyItOCDcef4RA
We look forward to your participation.

Sincerely,

subscribe-cdep3updates@mlist.cde.ca.gov Dr. Nancy Hlibok Amann, Director
State Special Schools & Services Division
California Department of Education

Stephen Propheter, Director
Early Education Division
California Department of Education

Shanna Birkholz-Vasquez, Associate Director
Early Education Division
California Department of Education We also encourage you to follow our Universal PreKindergarten communications campaign for updates on these social media platforms:

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Reminder to Register: Aligning P-3 Education for Deaf Children: The Role of Language Milestones

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Office Hours Announcement: Guidance and Regulations Office Hours Series Focused on Guidance and Regulations

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This is a message from the California Department of Education (CDE), Early Education Division (EED ).

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Subject: Office Hours Announcement: Guidance and Regulations Office Hours Series Focused on Guidance and Regulations

The California Department of Education, Early Education Division is hosting an office hours series focused on guidance and California Attention: Executive Directors and Program Directors of California State Preschool Programs . The goal of these office hours is to provide updates, answer questions, and offer clarification to support California State Preschool Program (CSPP) contractors in understanding and implementing state requirements for operation of CSPP programs. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions, receive direct support, and access resources to support implementation.

These office hours are scheduled for: Code of Regulations, Title 5

* Jan 6, 2026, 09:00 AM
* Jan 20, 2026, 09:00 AM
* Feb 3, 2026, 09:00 AM
* Mar 17, 2026, 09:00 AM
* Mar 31, 2026, 09:00 AM
* Apr 28, 2026, 09:00 AM
* May 26, 2026, 09:00 AM
* Jun 23, 2026, 09:00 AM

Registration is required for these office hours. Please click the link below to register for this upcoming opportunity and the log-in information will be sent shortly after registration is complete.

Sincerely,

Early Education Division

California Department of Education You have received this message because you are subscribed to an e-mail list from the California Department of Education's Early Education Division . To unsubscribe from this list, go to . Meeting Registration - Zoom www.cde.ca.gov/sp/cd/ci/emailindex.asp

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Management Bulletin 25-11: California State Preschool Program Cost of Care Plus Rate Allocations and One-Time Stabilization Payments for Family Childcare Providers and Centers

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Statewide Webinar: Literacy Assessment & Screening for Reading Difficulties

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November 2025 P-3 Newsletter