Objective By the Year 2001

There will be growing evidence of a clear understanding of the characteristics and needs of young children in all early childhood learning environments.

Strategies:

The Early Childhood Network will--

I. Provide continuous opportunities for colleagues, practitioners, decision-makers, and planners to develop clear understandings of the unique characteristics and needs of young learners.

1.1 To develop an outline and format for the compilation of materials that could be considered supplemental to the Primary Program document

1.2 To develop a system to coordinate statewide training opportunities for early childhood professionals

1.3 To maintain a dynamic web site for increasing the information and connection of early childhood policy, programs, practices, etc.

II. Assure the interests of early childhood are represented in planning for school improvement.

2.1 To develop an increased level of expertise in appropriate technology use with young children

2.3 To develop connections with school improvement processes that support student achievement goals

The Iowa DE/AEA Early Childhood Network was created in 1990 and represents the Early Childhood consultants and specialists in the Department of Education and the area education agencies. For additional information, contact Early Childhood Network members from your local area education agency or the Iowa Department of Education.