ExceleRate Illinois

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1. Teaching & Learning

1A. Learning Environment

1B. Curriculum

1C. Instructional Quality

1D. Child Screening

1E. Child Assessment

1F. Inclusion of Children with Special Needs

2. Family & Community Engagement

2A. Family & Community Engagement

2B. Transitions

3. Leadership & Management

3A. Program Administration

3B. Group Size and Staff/Child Ratios

3C. Continuous Quality Improvement

3D. Culturally & Linguistically Appropriate Practice

4. Qualifications & Continuing Education

4A. Director Qualifications

4B. Staff Qualifications

4C. Staff Development