ODE Early Childhood Education Flashcards

What is the primary goal of Ohio's Third Grade Reading Guarantee?

Answer: To ensure students are reading proficiently by the end of third grade before advancing to fourth grade

Ohio's Third Grade Reading Guarantee requires students to demonstrate reading proficiency by the end of third grade to be promoted to fourth grade.

Which early childhood educator credential is recognized by ODE for lead teachers in Ohio preschool classrooms?

Answer: Ohio Early Childhood License (ECL)

ODE recognizes the Ohio Early Childhood License (ECL) as the standard credential for lead teachers in Ohio's preschool classrooms.

Ohio's Help Me Grow program primarily serves which population?

Answer: Children from birth to age 3 with developmental delays or disabilities

Ohio's Help Me Grow program provides early intervention services to infants and toddlers from birth to age 3 who have developmental delays or disabilities.

What federal legislation governs special education services for preschool-age children with disabilities in Ohio?

Answer: Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B, Section 619

IDEA Part B, Section 619 governs special education services for children ages 3–5 with disabilities, which Ohio administers through ODE.

In Ohio, which entity is responsible for coordinating early childhood services under IDEA Part C for infants and toddlers?

Answer: Ohio Department of Health (ODH)

The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) leads the IDEA Part C early intervention program (Help Me Grow) for infants and toddlers birth to age 3.

What is the recommended class size for a publicly funded preschool classroom in Ohio under PFPP guidelines?

Answer: No more than 16 children

Ohio's PFPP guidelines recommend a maximum class size of 16 children in publicly funded preschool classrooms.