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You want your program to be the best! Programs may hope to see all 7’s on ERS and CLASS reports, or all 5’s on SEL PQA reports. But when programs expect perfection, it can be discouraging to see lower scores. GSQ encourages programs to strive for continuous quality improvement in the care they provide for their children and families, which means On-Site Observation scores will rise over time.
A score of a 1 or 2 may be something you look at with excitement as an opportunity to develop in that area. A score of 3, 4, or 5 may mean that you have a foundation in that area and children are benefiting from that foundation. It may also mean there are opportunities to build on that foundation, enhance your practices, and become even stronger in that area. Change the perception of seeing scores as symbols of “bad,” “okay,” or “good” to seeing those scores as symbolizing “potential,” “building on an established foundation,” or “an area of expertise.”
As early educators, we know that the development and growth of children is a continuous process. Embrace the same understanding of your development as an educator! Making small impactful changes, gaining experience through training, and other resources help educators become better every day. GSQ embraces our own growth, gaining knowledge of the field and a better understanding of program needs, which led us to reimagine the GSQ process. Join us in our commitment to growth, so that we can create incredible early childhood experiences for Michigan’s children together.
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