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October 2025 EDITION

• GSQ Quality Connection
• Administrator/Director Connections in MiRegistry
• On-Site Observation Tips
• Professional Development
• New and Improved GSQ Job Board
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GSQ Quality Connection

ICYMI: The GSQ Quality Connection recording is now available. View now to get Quality indicator updates, hear about Infant Toddler Networks, and see the new and improved GSQ Job Board features.

Connect the Administrator/Director to the Classrooms Tab

Did you know that the Administrator/Director section of the Classroom Tab provides information that Validators use for both qualification and professional development indicators? In order for the Administrator/Director qualifications to be pulled into the Self-Reflection Qualification Report used for Validation, the Administrator/Director MUST be listed in the Classroom Tab in the program's Organization Profile in MiRegistry. If the person serving as the Administrator/Director is not listed in the Classroom Tab, Validators will not be able to select Currently Meeting for the Administrator/Director qualification indicator (SQ1) and the professional development indicators.   

If you have questions, please contact validation@ecic4kids.org. 

For more information about this indicator, review the Quality Indicators Guidance Document.

Exploring Fall Together

Fall is a fun time for children to explore! They can see colorful leaves, feel the cool air, and hear the crunch of leaves under their feet. Even the youngest children enjoy noticing these changes. 

Bring a little bit of fall into your classroom or care space. Set up a small basket with nature items like leaves, pinecones, or small pumpkins for children to touch and explore. Add fall colors to your art table with crayons or paper in shades of red, yellow and orange. Read books about fall and talk about what you see outside. 

You might say, “This leaf is bumpy,” or “The pumpkin feels smooth.” These simple moments build language, curiosity, and warm connections between teachers and children, all important parts of CLASS and ERS.

  

Take time to explore the season together and enjoy the wonder of fall! 

Questions about On-Site Observation? Email us: assessment@ecic4kids.org.

Strengthening Families Training

GSQ is offering two professional development opportunities through MiRegistry on “Strengthening Families-Bringing the Protective Factors Framework to Life in Your Work-Introduction.”

Select the MiRegistry Event ID to Register.

November 18 (Event ID #179994) 5:00 -7:00 p.m.

December 13 (Event ID #17995) 9:00-11:00 p.m.

New CLASS^® Overview Training Available!

An updated CLASS^® Overview training is available in MiRegistry. It is a self-paced 2-hour overview of the CLASS tool and includes updates about CLASS 2^nd Edition and CLASS Environment. You can search for the trainings by selecting Great Start to Quality as the area of interest and PD-8 Classroom Assessment Scoring System as the topic. Continue to check our CLASS webpage for resources and updates to support you.

Nurture Benefits Enrollment Webinars

The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP) has announced a series of free, virtual webinars designed to help providers explore new benefit options available through Nurture Benefits. The program expands access to affordable health, dental, vision, life, disability and retirement coverage for Michigan’s early childhood workforce. Hosted by the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), the sessions will walk providers through program offerings, who qualifies, and how to prepare for enrollment. Enrollment for the program opens on November 15, with coverage effective January 1, 2026. 

Register now to learn more!

New and Improved GSQ Job Board

We have streamlined the process for posting early childhood education job openings on the GSQ Job Board. This will help you get your employment opportunity to candidates quickly and easily. We have updated the process for applicants to connect with your opening easily too!

Great Start to Quality's Family Pages

These social media pages give families resources like tips on finding care, financial assistance, early learning activities, and more. Providers and partners are encouraged to share the pages with the families in your communities.  

Support with public profiles and general information: greatstarttoquality@ecic4kids.org 

Participation with Great Start to Quality: your Resource Center

Connecting employees or connecting with your Validator: validation@ecic4kids.org

Connecting with your Assessor: assessement@ecic4kids.org

Questions about Approved Assessors: approvedassessor@ecic4kids.org 

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