DEC Talks: The Power of the “Why” in Inclusive Early Childhood

DEC Talks!

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⏳ Limited Time Registration Opportunity ⏳ Register for the DEC Virtual Institute Spring 2026 by March 25th (11:59 PM ET) for a chance to receive a complimentary registration to the DEC 2026 Annual Conference. sbee.link/ctu4jhxw6n
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Considerations for a Smooth and Timely Transition from Part C to Part B Webinar (3/3/2026)

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Preschool Data and Dialogue: Registration Open!

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Your voice belongs at DEC.
Today is the final day to submit a proposal for the DEC Conference. Shape what’s next for inclusive early childhood, EI, and ECSE! decconference.org/proposals

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The Virginia Itinerant Early Childhood Special Education Model Webinar

The Virginia Itinerant Early Childhood Special Education Model Webinar

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In the newest DEC Talks episode, The Power of the “Why”, we ask: what keeps people committed to inclusion in early childhood—especially when the work is challenging? Listen now on Podbean and wherever you find your favorite podcasts: divisionforearlychildhood.p... #Inclusion #BePartOfEI #ECSE

Call for Proposals for the #DEC2026 Conference is Open -- Submit your proposal by February 9th, 2026, 11:59 PM Eastern Time! sbee.link/dwhep4t3un Join colleagues from around the world for four days of learning, connection, and shared commitment. Your voice belongs at DEC2026. #ECE #EI #ECSE

Itinerant Model of Collaboration – VA LEADS Update

The LEADS Itinerant Model page has been updated!
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VDOE ECSE Office Hours: Indicator 7: Early Childhood Outcomes

Join us January 15 from 11:00-12:00p for Indicator 7: Early Childhood Outcomes with a chance for Q&A at the end.

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CCSS 2026 : Creating Connections to Shining Stars

Sharing your knowledge and expertise with colleagues. Proposals are due January 9, 2026!

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Creating Inclusive Holiday Activities for Children with Diverse Needs

Creating inclusive activities in this holiday for Children with Diverse Needs.

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Join us tomorrow (Wednesday, December 10th, 2025) for a free Learning Deck webinar for DEC members: Optimizing the Use of the DEC Publications and Products Inventory for Professional and Workforce Development presented by Melanie McKinney, PT, DPT. sbee.link/p4mdgbqe6x #EI #ECSE #ECE

Inclusive Classroom Profile (ICP) Virginia Reliable Observer Application (Cohort 3)

Apply today to be in the VAICP Cohort 3 this spring!

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VDOE ECSE Office Hours: Inclusion Guidelines

The VDOE will host Early Childhood Special Education Office Hours for ECSE administrators.

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Unpacking House Bill 2219: From Policy to Practice Unpacking House Bill 2219: From Policy to Practice - House Bill 2219 (HB 2219, now Code of Virginia §22.1-217.4) amends the Code of Virginia by defining AAC and building on requirements for ...

Unpacking House Bill 2219: From Policy to Practice 11/19

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Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Simulation: Boosting School Readiness Through Effective Family Engagement Series

What you do and say matters!

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Final Special Education Workshop Series: FALL into Knowledge 2025 (PEATC)

Are you looking to better understand the special education process?

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New! ECSE Office Hours

New! ECSE Office Hours
October 16 – Indicator 6: Early Childhood Placement
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New! ECSE Office Hours

The VDOE will host ECSE Office Hours for ECSE administrators.

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Your Guide to Resource Mapping for Transitions

Part 2 of the 3-part webinar series, 9/18, 10:00-11:30 am

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ECSE Administrator Contact List

ECSE Administrator Contact List

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ECSE Administrator Contact List

VDOE is updating its contact information for school division leaders responsible for the administrative oversight of ECSE programs.

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Registration Available: Fundamentals of Early Childhood Special Education Administration Webinars

Registration Available: Fundamentals of Early Childhood Special Education Administration Webinars

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Early Childhood State of the State-Summer 2025

Early Childhood State of the State-Summer 2025

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Early Childhood State of the State-Summer 2025

Early Childhood State of the State-Summer 2025

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🚨 DEC2025 (Oct 7th–10th in Portland, Oregon) is now open for exhibitors!
Want to connect with an international community of early childhood intervention and special education leaders? This is the one. 🎯
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It's been lots of fun in @epcc.bsky.social working with Tim and @tobiasweinzierl.bsky.social on this #eCSE project undertaking automatic kernel generation for #ExaHyPE using #mlir

Now Accepting Applications: Join a DEC Committee! The Division for Early Childhood (DEC) is now accepting applications for open committee positions across nine of our active committees. The details of each committee's call and application links are available below. This is a valuable opportunity to

We're accepting applications for open committee positions across nine of our active committees and we welcome you to apply! sbee.link/ev798ty3qc

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Young Children Face Greater Risks at School from Office for Civil Rights Reduction Civil rights violations start early, with many OCR complaints filed about wrongdoings toward young children.

Young children suffering discrimination, harassment, and abuse cannot put their development on hold while the adults in power grind their protections to a halt:
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