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New CLASS 2nd Edition Observer Training - Virtual

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New CLASS 2nd Edition Observer Training - Virtual

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Join us for a 3-day virtual training to become a CLASS 2nd Edition Pre-K-3 observer. See the flyer for training and registration information.

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CLASS 2nd Edition Overview for Educators

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CLASS 2nd Edition Overview for Educators

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All sessions will be virtual from 6-8 pm.

January 12

January 13

January 19

January 20

Registration coming soon.

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This resource is designed to support interest holders in identifying the best organization or resource to connect with based on needs.

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CLASS Observer Checklist for Administrators

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CLASS Observer Checklist for Administrators

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This resource is designed for administrators to support them in ensuring the observations they coordinate meet requirements.

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Administrator Checklist for CSPP  CLASS Observations

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CLASSroom Lounge for Educators Series

Join us in the CLASSroom Lounge! These virtual sessions are a space to connect with fellow educators across California. We'll explore practical CLASS strategies, share ideas, ask questions, and learn from one another in a supportive environment. For the best experience, we encourage you to attend all sessions, as each one builds on the last. If you can only attend a few, don't worry, every session is designed to offer practical ideas and meaningful takeaways on its own.  Whether you're looking for fresh inspiration or simply want to connect with colleagues who are passionate about high-quality interactions, we'd love to have you join us!

Attendees will receive professional development credit for participating.

Check out the flyer for more information.

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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: ASPIRE CLASSroom Lounge for Educators . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

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You’re invited to join our bi-monthly Communities of Practice designed specifically for educators who want to deepen their understanding of CLASS and strengthen their interactions with children. Whether you are new to CLASS or looking to expand your knowledge and practice, these sessions provide a supportive space for learning, reflection, and collaboration. Participants will also have the opportunity to connect with educators from across California, share ideas, celebrate successes, and learn from one another’s experiences.

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CLASS regulations are now available and are effective 4/1/26.

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Use this tipsheet for some ideas on how to get started with CLASS.

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Discover the 8 steps to a successful CLASS® implementation. Fill out your email to explore the Guide.

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Class® Implementation Guide – by Teachstone

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CLASS 2nd Edition PreK-3 Reference Manual

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CLASS 2nd Edition PreK-3 Reference Manual

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Access the summaries of key research that drove the development of the CLASS tool, evaluations of large-scale implementations, guidance on creating a data collection system, and support for reporting CLASS data.

The CLASS 2nd Edition Pre-K-3rd Manual Set brings forward key enhancements to make understanding, accessing, and observing effective interactions across Pre-K-3rd easier than ever before.

The CLASS 2nd Edition: Pre-K-3rd Reference Manualcontains the research and theory behind the CLASS tool, and provides additional insight and guidance in using CLASS within a CQI process and system. This manual, available as a free download or as a print manual is used alongside The CLASS 2nd Edition: Pre-K-3rd Observation Field Guide. The Observation Field Guide provides the detailed descriptions for each dimension to guide observations and understanding of effective interactions across Pre-K through third grade settings.

Complete the form to access a free PDF ofThe CLASS 2nd Edition: Pre-K-3rd Reference Manual.

If you'd like to purchase a print set, please

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CLASS® 2nd Edition: Pre-K-3rd Reference Manual

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Access a free PDF of The CLASS 2nd Edition: Pre-K-3rd Reference Manual.

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This guidance provides an overview of processes, reporting procedures, and accompanying resources to support the successful implementation of data collection for the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS®) and CLASS Environment for California State Preschool Program (CSPP) contractors.

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Classroom Assessment Scoring System Data Guidance - Child Development (CA Dept of Education)

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Data guidance on implementation of Management Bulletin 23-10.

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Contractors are required to keep documentation on file. See this snip from Management Bulletin 23-10.

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This resource is designed to support user navigation of the myTeachstone platform for successful implementation of data collection for the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) and CLASS Environment for California State Preschool Programs (CSPPs).

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Teachstone Account and Subscription Roles, Relationships, and  Permissions

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Teachstone Account and Subscription Roles, Relationships, and  Permissions

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In your Teachstone® account, user roles are set up separately from the roles in a subscription. This document contains the definitions for Account Roles and Subscription Roles, and the relationship between the two.

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Every Child_Account and Subscription Roles For Clients.pdf

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Edit Program Hierarchy in Teachstone Portal

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Edit Program Hierarchy in Teachstone Portal

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This video provides directions to edit the program hierarchy in Teachstone.

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How to add a Classroom in a myTeachstone Hierarchy

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How to add a Classroom in a myTeachstone Hierarchy

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This is a link to a tutorial video to add a classroom to a CSPP contractor's hierarchy in myTeachstone.

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Tutorial-How to add a Classroom in a myTeachstone Hierarchy.mp4.mp4

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CLASS Data Entry Role in Teachstone Portal

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CLASS Data Entry Role in Teachstone Portal

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This link provides step-by-step directions on how to change users to the data entry role in CLASS data collection subscription.

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This video tutorial provides direction on entering CLASS observation data into myTeachstone.

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Tutorial-How to Enter a CLASS Observation into myTeachstone.mp4

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Register to attend the CLASS 2nd Edition Community of Practice for coaches. The CoP will provide space for trainers to talk shop and learn from each other.

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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: ASPIRE Coaches in CA CoP . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

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You're invited to join our Communities of Practice specifically for coaches in California who support the implementation of CLASS 2nd Edition. Whether you're new to coaching with CLASS or have years of experience, these sessions are designed to meet you where you are and support your continued growth.

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Check out the ASPIRE California website.

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Check out the ASPIRE California website.

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The mission of Achieving Success in Positive Interactions, Relationships, and Environments (ASPIRE) is to strengthen California State Preschool Programs by fostering intentional interactions, supportive relationships, and high-quality environments. Through statewide system development, regional collaboration, and capacity-building efforts, the ASPIRE State Lead equips educators, coaches, and leaders with the tools, training, and knowledge necessary to drive continuous quality improvement and promote positive outcomes for young children.

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Email the following information to Rea McFadden at rmcfadden@shastacoe.org:

First and last name

Name of employer

County of employment

Mailing address

Email associated with Teachstone account

Observation Score Sheets will be shipped to the address provided.

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Resource document for educators.

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Register to attend the CLASS 2nd Edition Measurement Trainer Community of Practice. The CoP will provide space for trainers to talk shop and learn from each other.

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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: ASPIRE Coaches in CA CoP . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

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You're invited to join our Communities of Practice specifically for coaches in California who support the implementation of CLASS 2nd Edition. Whether you're new to coaching with CLASS or have years of experience, these sessions are designed to meet you where you are and support your continued growth.

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Interaction Essential for Educators (IEE) Trainers CoP

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Interaction Essential for Educators (IEE) Trainers CoP

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Register to attend the CLASS 2nd Edition Interaction Essentials for Educators Community of Practice. The CoP will provide space for IEE trainers to talk shop and learn from each other.

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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: ASPIRE IEE Trainer CoP . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

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You’re invited to join our bi-monthly Communities of Practice created specifically for current Interaction Essentials Trainers. Whether you’re preparing to deliver your first training, have already begun facilitating, or are looking to strengthen your approach, these sessions are here to support you.These Communities of Practice provide a collaborative space to ask questions, share experiences, and deepen your understanding of the Interaction Essentials content and facilitation strategies. Connect with fellow trainers, receive real-time support, and continue building your confidence and impact as an Interaction Essentials Trainer.

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What trainings can CLASS Measurement Trainers provide?

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What trainings can CLASS Measurement Trainers provide?

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What trainings can CLASS Interaction Essentials Trainers provide?

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What trainings can CLASS Interaction Essentials Trainers provide?

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CLASS Training Agreement- CDE created - Fillable PDF

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CLASS Training Agreement- CDE created - Fillable PDF

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This is the CLASS Training Agreement that CDE is asking all participants who attend a CLASS training that requires a test to sign.

CLASS Affiliate Trainer Training

CLASS Observer Certification Training

IEE Trainer Training

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Follow this process to accept the CLASS training in your Teachstone portal and print your certificate after completion.

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Accepting Your Training -  English - Not Obs

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Teachstone materials may be available through the ASPIRE grant. Email Rea McFadden at rmcfadden@shastacoe.org with CLASS 2nd Edition materials requests.

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Drop in and connect with others to continue building confidence and skills. The monthly office hours are designed specifically for current CLASS 2nd Edition observers. These sessions offer space to ask questions, gain clarity, and strengthen observation practice whether you've just completed certification training, are preparing for recertification, or are newly certified and seeking additional support.

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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: ASPIRE Observer Office Hours. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

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Join us for monthly office hours designed specifically for current CLASS® 2nd Edition observers. Whether you’ve just completed your certification training, are preparing for recertification, or are newly certified and seeking additional support, these sessions offer a space to ask questions, gain clarity, and strengthen your observation practice. Drop in and connect with others as you continue building your confidence and skills as a CLASS observer.

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Steps to Become a New CLASS 2nd Edition PreK-3 Observer

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Steps to Become a New CLASS 2nd Edition PreK-3 Observer

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Follow this process to become a new observer using the CLASS 2nd Edition PreK-3 tool

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This map of California will identify the region for each county.

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In addition to CLASS Environment, CSPP contractors are required to document additional items. This document, provided by CDE, will help contractors meet this requirement. In future years, these additional requirements will be included on the contract monitoring tool and will be submitted through the program self-evaluation.

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Teachstone Inc., a Certified B Corporation®

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Watch the Recording | A Closer Look at CLASS 2nd Edition

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Thank you for watching our webinar, A Closer Look at CLASS 2nd Edition.

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Email the following information to Rea McFadden at rmcfadden@shastacoe.org:

First and last name of trainee

Name of key code requesting (CLASS Environment)

Name of employer

County of employment

Mailing address

Email associated with Teachstone account

Will the observer conduct CLASS observations (Y/N)

A product key code will be emailed to you. Materials will be shipped to the address provided, as necessary.

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Teachstone has an email to support California. They can be contacted at supportca@teachstone.com.

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CLASS trainers can request ASPIRE-funded CLASS materials for CLASS trainings. Requests need to be made at least 4 weeks in advance of the training.

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Process for trainers who need training materials paid for by ASPIRE.pdf

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Transition from CLASS 2008 to CLASS 2nd Edition

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Transition from CLASS 2008 to CLASS 2nd Edition

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Follow this process to transition from CLASS 2008 to CLASS 2nd Edition PreK-3

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Follow this process to become a new affiliate trainer.

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CLASS 2nd Edition Pre-K-3 Affiliate Trainer Next Steps

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CLASS Environment Overview for Educators

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CLASS Environment Overview for Educators

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The product key code is ZPTQ7J8Y to access the recorded webinar about the CLASS Environment tool. Directions are available. Digital materials are provided.

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CLASS Environment™ Overview for Educators

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Teachstone delivers CLASS-based products and services.

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CLASS 2nd Edition Observer Recertification

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CLASS 2nd Edition Observer Recertification

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Email the following information to Rea McFadden at rmcfadden@shastacoe.org:

First and last name of trainee

Name of key code requesting (Observer Recert)

Name of employer

County of employment

Mailing address

Email associated with Teachstone account

Will the observer conduct CLASS observations (Y/N)

Is the observer interested in contracting to conduct CLASS observations for other agencies (Y/N)

A product key code will be emailed.

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CLASS 2nd Edition PreK-3 Trainer Recertification

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CLASS 2nd Edition PreK-3 Trainer Recertification

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Email the following information to Rea McFadden at rmcfadden@shastacoe.org:

First and last name of trainee

Name of key code requesting (Trainer Recert)

Name of employer

County of employment

Mailing address

Email associated with Teachstone account

Will the trainer conduct CLASS observations (Y/N)

Is the trainer willing to contract with Shasta COE to provide CLASS (Y/N)

A product key code will be emailed.

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Email the following information to Rea McFadden at rmcfadden@shastacoe.org:

First and last name person requesting training

Name of key code requesting (Overview for Leaders)

Name of agency

County

A product key code will be emailed.

There is a virtual option in Training and Resources for LEADERS.

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Complete this survey if you are a reliable trainer and want to provide contracted observations or training to other agencies.

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Complete this survey if you are a reliable observer and want to provide contracted observations or training to other agencies.

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New CLASS PreK-3 Affiliate Trainer Opportunity

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New CLASS PreK-3 Affiliate Trainer Opportunity

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New CLASS PreK-3 Affiliate Trainer Opportunity

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New CLASS PreK-3 Affiliate Trainer Opportunity

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Classroom Assessment Resources contains implementation supports for Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) and CLASS Environment in CSPP.

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Use this coding process every time you conduct a CLASS observation

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The Field Guide for certified observers has been updated. The current version is 2023, 2022, 2008. If you need an updated Field Guide, complete this survey.

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Request for updated CLASS Observation Field Guide

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Please complete this form if you need an updated CLASS Second Edition Observation Field Guide. To check your current version look at the first page of your guide. You should have the version that states 2023,2022,2008, as indicated below. If not please complete this form.

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Complete this survey to be added to the communication list to receive information about upcoming webinars, changes, and updates from the ASPIRE State Lead, El Dorado County Office of Education.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfTeByYWE2R209yifBXtVEpAbEoevOymkXfXyisrSvTNTIAzA/viewform

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Product Key Activation for Online Environment Courses

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Product Key Activation for Online Environment Courses

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Product Key Activation - CLASS Environment Course

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Resource document for observers.

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Observer and trainer testing offers a selection of Pre-K-3 or Pre-K only. Select Pre-K-3 when testing.

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Observer and Trainer Testing Screenshots

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Our Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) 2nd Edition considers all educators, children, and learning environments. Our goal is to support teachers in improving their skills so that they and the children in their care feel nurtured, safe, and successful. Learn more about the power of CLASS®.

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Teachstone has partnered with the California Department of Education (CDE) to support continuous quality improvement in California using CLASS 2nd Edition.

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Bridging the Gap: Supporting Children with Disabilities through CLASS

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Bridging the Gap: Supporting Children with Disabilities through CLASS

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Bridging the Gap: Supporting Children with Disabilities through CLASS .mp4

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View the crosswalk between Teaching Pyramid and CLASS. Teaching Pyramid is a great strategy to improve CLASS scores.

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Attention coaches in CSPP and QCC programs! Email Rea (rmcfadden@shastacoe.org) for information on how to attend CLASS 2nd Interaction Essential for Educators. To register, coaches must be currently certified as a CLASS 2nd Edition Pre-K-3 observer.

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Interaction Essentials for Educators Training Options

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Interaction Essentials for Educators Training Options

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Interaction Essentials offers flexible delivery options designed to meet educators’ learning needs while accommodating program limitations. This resource is intended to help you explore the different training options and sample agendas outlined below, so you can make informed decisions that align with your program’s goals and the needs of your educators.

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You may wonder, How does the environment help support children’s learning and

development? Classroom interactions, as described by the Classroom Assessment Scoring

System® (CLASS®) are at the heart of children’s learning and development.

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The certification expiration date marks the last day an individual can conduct observations or deliver trainings.

The “renewal available until” date indicates the final day they can purchase and activate their recertification test.

During this renewal available window, they are not eligible to conduct observations or trainings, it’s simply the timeframe allotted to complete the renewal process.

To avoid any interruption in their ability to observe or train, it’s best to complete recertification before the expiration date.

Trainer certification expiration dates should now align with their observer certification dates. This business rule applies across both CLASS® 2nd Edition and CLASS® 2008 certifications.

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This video tutorial provides direction on creating observation reports in myTeachstone.

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Tutorial-How to Pull an Observation Report from myTeachstone.mp4

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Resources to support implementation of Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) and CLASS Environment in the California State Preschool Program.

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The California Department of Education (CDE) has chosen the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS®) and CLASS® Environment as the classroom assessment scoring system for the California State Preschool Programs (CSPP) pursuant to the requirements of Section 106 of Senate Bill 114 (Chapter 48, Statutes of 2023).

As CDE continues to align Universal Prekindergarten (UPK) efforts across California and support a system of high-quality prekindergarten learning experiences for all children, the CDE is focused on how to best support an educator-first system of improving adult-child interactions and enhancing equity for all children. To support this goal the CDE is implementing CLASS 2nd Edition® and the CLASS Environment tool across all CSPPs, and investing in a regional and statewide support system through the Achieving Success in Positive Interactions Relationships and Environment (ASPIRE) program. A broad literature of more than 200 independent empirical research studies substantiate the positive effects the CLASS tool and coaching has on early learning programs and outcomes for children.

CLASS is widely used across the country by the Office of Head Start and in more than 10 other states as a quality monitoring tool for their state-funded preschool programs. Pursuant to California Education Code Section 8203.1, the CDE administers the CSPP Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Block Grant, which is allocated to local Quality Counts California (QCC) with the intention of supporting the local early learning QRIS. In California, the CLASS has been utilized for many years as a quality component of California's QRIS system in which 2,461 of the 3,449 CSPP sites participated during FY 2020-21. The CLASS is required within every Head Start program to measure quality and support quality improvement within their programs. Many CSPP contractors are also grantees of the federal Head Start program.

This page includes the following:

Information on Requirements for Implementing CLASS and CLASS Environment

Information on CLASS 2nd Edition

CLASS stands for Classroom Assessment Scoring System and measures the quality of the interactions teachers have with children which impact learning and development. CLASS is an observation tool developed to assess these interactions across three areas: Emotional Support, Classroom Management, and Instructional Support. CLASS also supports continuous quality improvement that enables high-quality interactions.

The CLASS instrument is an empirically validated system originally developed by University of Virginia's Center for the Advanced Study of Teaching and Learning (CASTL) at the Curry School of Education. Delivery of the CLASS tool and supporting professional development and technical assistance is provided by Teachstone®. CLASS has been shown to produce gains in children's math, literacy, social, emotional, and cognitive abilities. Specifically, CLASS and CLASS Environment are observation instruments that assess the quality of teacher child interactions and the physical learning environment in preschool classrooms.

CLASS 2nd Edition updates the original CLASS® 2008 tool, with a focus on three priority areas:

1. Centering on equity to ensure CLASS reflects and supports the diverse communities it serves,

2. Increasing the accessibility and ease of use for CLASS users, and

3. Measuring for impact to drive actionable insights for educators to make optimal improvements in the areas that matter most for children.

CLASS 2nd Edition was developed in close consultation and collaboration with experts, including educators, from varied and diverse backgrounds and with expertise representing a range of settings and perspectives, including extensive engagement of the California early childhood community.

California's historical use of the CLASS tool to measure interactions and support coaching options in mixed delivery programs creates an opportunity to efficiently transition existing infrastructure-currently certified CLASS observers, trainers, and coaches-to the CLASS 2nd Edition. The transition to the CLASS 2nd Edition in California's state subsidized programs is currently specific to the prekindergarten (pre-K) tool.

Resources

Information on CLASS Environment

CLASS Environment is used with the CLASS 2nd edition to measure and improve the features of the learning environment that matter most for supporting high quality interactions between teachers and children. CLASS Environment measures 29 specific elements of the environment alongside CLASS 2nd Edition, which helps to reduce time spent observing with multiple tools, further streamline data collection and reporting, and strengthen opportunities for efficiency and impact. Teachstone closely collaborated with experts representing diverse backgrounds to develop the CLASS Environment and create a measure that supports educators working in diverse settings, including programs serving multilingual learners (MLLs),children with disabilities, and children from diverse cultural and racial backgrounds. Throughout the measure, items reflect the most important ways the environment can support children by providing equitable, diverse, and inclusive materials, displays, and arrangements.

Resources

Funding for Achieving Success in Positive Interactions, Relationships, and Environments (ASPIRE) Program

The ASPIRE program is funded by Provision 6 of Item 6100-194-0001 and Provision 6 of Item 6100-196-0001 of the Budget Act of 2023 (Assembly Bill (AB) 102, [Chapter 38, Statutes of 2023]). According to AB 102, a total of $1,075,000 was allocated to the CDE on an ongoing basis to support the use of CLASS as a tool to strengthen teacher-child interactions and to support continuous quality improvement. In addition, Section 106 of Senate Bill (SB) 114 (Chapter 48, Statutes of 2023) was adopted requiring the CDE to issue guidance to implement the tool funded through the Budget Act, until formal regulations can be initiated on or before December 31, 2024. That guidance, Management Bulletin 23-10, sets forth requirements that all CSPPs implement CLASS and CLASS Environment according to the timeline and in the manner prescribed in the MB.

The ASPIRE program was developed to support the implementation of the CLASS and CLASS environment requirements set forth in MB 23-10. In addition to the $1.075 million in funding awarded in the 2023 Budget Act, $2.5 million in funding for year one and two of the ASPIRE program comes from AB 210 (Chapter 62, Statutes of 2022) which appropriated up to $50 million to the CDE to address state-level systems building and align local practice with the research and practice-based strategies that support inclusive classrooms and effective teacher-child interactions for all children.

Resources

ASPIRE Request for Applications (RFA) (Coming Soon)

ASPIRE Regional and Statewide Leads (Coming Soon)

Information on How CLASS Supports Inclusion

CLASS has been implemented across diverse settings, including those serving children with disabilities. CLASS domains and dimensions describe interactions that support the learning and development of children with diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and needs across a variety of setting types. For example, below are indicator definitions of the Regard for Child Perspectives dimension. They highlight the CLASS tools' inclusivity of variations in interactions. These aspects are particularly relevant when observing in settings serving children with disabilities.

Activities reflect children's interests.

Children are encouraged to share in both verbal and nonverbal ways.

Children have opportunities to wiggle, move, stand, and fidget.

In the Support for Autonomy and Leadership and Child Expression indicators, observers can capture the ways educators:

Adapt or modify materials so that children can fully engage with them.

Adapt or modify activities so that children can contribute in meaningful ways.

As part of its work to expand opportunities and improve services for young children with disabilities, the CDE will provide resources and training to CSPPs to utilize the CLASS system and support early educators that work with children with disabilities. The CLASS system supports these educators by:

Providing resources that will support their understanding of the tool and the importance of interactions that support children's success.

Describing interactions using more equitable and inclusive definitions of effectiveness in CLASS training, videos, and materials for educators, leaders, and observers.

Assuring that CLASS Observers are trained and prepared to observe across all settings, with special support provided around observing in settings serving children with disabilities.

Resources

As educators interact with children with disabilities, they connect in ways that cultivate emotionally supportive relationships, engage learners in ways that create a context for learning, and leverage instructional support tailored to the needs of each child in order to inspire learning. The resources on Teachstone's CLASS and Children with Disabilities Resource page are designed to guide efforts to use CLASS to capture these interactions.

Questions: Early Education Division | 916-322-6233

Last Reviewed: Tuesday, January 09, 2024

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Classroom Assessment Resources - Child Development (CA Dept of Education)

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Resources to support implementation of CLASS and CLASS Environment in the California State Preschool Program.

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CLASS 2008 observers who transitioned to CLASS 2nd Edition may still complete CLASS 2008 observations. It will appear in the Teachstone portal as shown in the image. Contact Teachstone at supportca@teachstone.org if this information is not in your portal.

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For data management support at CDE, email EEDCLASS@cde.ca.gov.

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How to Lead Collaborative Feedback Sessions after CLASS Observations

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How to Lead Collaborative Feedback Sessions after CLASS Observations

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PDF of the slide presentation

PDF of the COLLAB protocol

Video on how to access the CLASS Observation Report (simple & clean view)

Video that includes how to access the Exported Data .csv (detailed and configurable view, available to individuals with the Supervisor role in myTeachstone)

Video with recommendations on how to format exported data for use in feedback discussions with educators

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Help From Day One: Redesigning Support for New Teachers with LENA

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Help From Day One: Redesigning Support for New Teachers with LENA

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Early childhood education leaders should all hear about how important it is to build language-rich classrooms for children and how LENA can help achieve those goals.

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Webinar: Help From Day One - Redesigning Support for New Teachers

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What if the key to a stronger early childhood workforce isn’t just better hiring — it’s better beginnings? New research from LENA, in partnership with Porter-Leath in Tennessee, reveals a critical insight: the first months of a teacher’s career are a pivotal window — not just for retention, but for informing quality, confidence, and long-term growth.

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All CoP sessions are virtual from 6-7 pm.

August 13

October 15

December 17

February 11

April 15

June 17

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Virtual

September 28, 29, 30

8:30 am - 5 pm

Training and registration details are in the Training and Resources for Observers column.

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Virtual

February 1, 2, 3

8:30 am - 5 pm

Registration coming soon.

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CLASS 2nd Edition Measurement Trainers CoP

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CLASS 2nd Edition Measurement Trainers CoP

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All CoP sessions are virtual

September 3 from 1 pm - 2:30 pm

December 3 from 11:30 am - 1 pm

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At a Glance: Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) Activity

Setting Items (ASI) & Preschool/Transitional Kindergarten Learning

Foundations (PTKLF) Crosswalk.

More information about Activity Setting Items can

be found on pages 27-30 of the CLASS 2 Edition PreK-3

Observation Field Guide.