QRIS: Granite Steps for Quality |
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Have you started exploring Granite Steps for Quality, NH's new Quality Recognition and Improvement System?
It is time to get recognized for all you do and become one of New Hampshire’s “recognized” quality programs as a Granite Steps for Quality awardee. To get started take some time to review the Granite Steps for Quality Guidebook, the GSQ application and other informational and instructional pieces included on the "Granite Steps for Quality" page.
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Learning More About Granite Steps for Quality (GSQ) |
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Do you have questions about Granite Steps for Quality?
Check out the GSQ Frequently Asked Questions document found on the " Granite Steps for Quality" page on NH-Connections. It is fueled by the questions coming from providers all around the state, and is updated frequently. The Bureau of Child Development and Head Start Collaboration, Child Care Aware of New Hampshire and ACROSS NH are actively collecting your questions in order to get you all the information you need. |
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Where can I find all of the GSQ Resources and Guides?
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Step Toward "Quality" with CCAoNH |
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- Are your Program Practices committed to Quality Improvement for your children, families and staff?
- Does your program have experience with Credentialing, Pyramid Model Practices or the Environment Rating Scales?
- Have you heard about the current Quality Recognition and Improvement System (QRIS): Granite Steps for Quality?
With the newly adopted QRIS System, the team here at CCAoNH is prepared to help programs start taking Steps for Quality. We have created new programming, offerings and resources to help Early Childhood Programs and Family Care Providers begin aligning their practices towards the standards within the QRIS: Granite Steps for Quality.
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Granite Steps for Quality Guide-Updated October 2022 |
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The Granite Steps for Quality (GSQ) Guide was recently updated. Some notable changes include:
- Three (3) rubrics, rather than six (6)
- Training titles and links where appropriate
- Explanation of pathway timelines
- Inclusion of the revised 2022 Credential titles
To find these changes and view the guide, click the picture to the right or the button below.
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You can find all the information to apply for your NH Early Childhood Credential on the " Credentialing" page of NH Connections. |
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If your program needs more hands-on assistance with Credentialing consider applying for our Q-Ready Staff Qualifications Progressive Training Program.
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For more information about New Hampshire's Early Childhood Professional Development System, please visit the " Credentialing" page of our website. If you have questions about the Credentialing process or documents please reach out to us at ccrrta@snhs.org. |
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2022-2023 Credential Challenge |
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Have you heard? The 2022-2023 Credential Challenge is HAPPENING NOW!!!
Are you and/or your staff looking to apply for a NH Early Childhood Professional Development System Credential at no cost to you?
Are you interested in receiving raffle tickets to win some really cool prizes?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, the Credential Challenge is for you! We are officially accepting applications and the Challenge runs until February 28, 2023.
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Are you ready to take the challenge? Awesome! Check out the commitment forms below! |
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Are you looking for support around applying for your credential or creating a professional development plan? Check out some of the upcoming professional development opportunities! There are trainings around applying for your credential, how to create a professional development plan, or stop by the office hours! |
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Got Questions About the Revised Credentialing System? |
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Do you have questions about the Revised Credentialing System? Join Annmarie Censullo, Credentialing Specialist, BCDHSC, to learn more about new changes and updates. Participants will also have the opportunity to ask questions. To learn more, click on the flyer to the right or the button below, and don't forget to check out the FAQ's. |
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Early Childhood Collaborative: Preschool Programming and Curriculum
Date: Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Time: 6:00-7:30 PM
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Early Childhood Collaborative: Exploring Social Emotional Topics
Date: Monday, December 19, 2022
Time: 6:00-7:30 PM
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Training Information
Core Knowledge Areas: Developing as a Professional and Observing, Documenting & Assessing
Trainers: Annmarie Censullo, Credentialing Specialist, BCDHSC
Training is online and pre-registration is required.
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Environment Rating Scales (ERS) |
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What does your circle time look like? Are all of the children engaged and participating in the activities? Or do you find that you spend most of circle time corralling children back to the area?
Circle time is such an important part of the day: it can nurture social-emotional development, promote unity amongst peers, give children a chance to practice turn-taking skills, along with a host of other benefits. But it can be tricky to "run" an engaging circle time.
Let's Talk Quality! has this great resource on planning and implementing a circle time. They recommend remembering the acronym C.A.V.E.:
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C: Content
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A: Active Participation
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V: Variety
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E: Excitement
To learn more about this acronym and how to plan an engaging circle time, click the button below!
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Join us for any of our upcoming Intro and Overview of Environment Rating Scales opportunities or apply to participate in the Environment Rating Scales Progressive Training Program.
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Child Care Aware of NH, a program of Southern NH Services, will be offering ERS trainings throughout the 2022-2023 Training Calendar Year. There are both evening and afternoon options for Intro and Overview of the Environment Rating Scales (ERS) sessions for providers to choose from. Click on the flyer or the button below for more information.
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Date: Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Time: 6:00-7:30 PM
Trainer: CCAoNH Staff
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Date: Thursday, December 22, 2022
Time: 12:30-2:00 PM
Trainer: CCAoNH Staff
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Ready to Move Beyond the Intro? |
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December Session
Date: Tuesday, December 20
Time: 6:00 to 7:00 PM
Trainer: Katelynn Karugu, ECMPWT
Location: Online Zoom Training
• Registration is free and online only
• One (1) hour of Professional Development awarded per session
• Core Knowledge Area(s): Developing as a Professional and Observing, Documenting & Assessing
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Wondering how you can use the Environment Rating Scales, but are worried about the cost? Maybe you're having some trouble really differentiating between a play area and an interest center.
If you are looking for something a bit more than just the introduction and overview of Environment Rating Scales, come check out the Community of Practice: Beyond the Intro and Overview for Environment Rating Scales! Get answers to questions like the ones above or bring your own! This is a great opportunity to go more in-depth with the Environment Rating Scales.
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Positive Solutions for Families |
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It can be a challenge supporting young children with challenging behaviors in the classroom. And if a child is having difficulties in the classroom, there's a high chance they are also experiencing challenges at home. It is not uncommon for parents of young children to struggle with their child's behavior at some point.
The National Center for Pyramid Model Innovations has this handy tip sheet to share with families. It offers eight (8) strategies that parents can implement with their young child at home
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If you have questions about exploring the Pyramid Model Framework reach out to Joan Izen at joan.izen@gmail.com.
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Child Care Aware of New Hampshire is a Child Care Resource and Referral Program of Southern New Hampshire Services. The preparation of this email was financed under a Contract with the State of New Hampshire, Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Economic and Housing Stability, Bureau of Child Development and Head Start Collaboration with funds provided in part by the State of New Hampshire and the US Department of Health and Human Services. |
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