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JUNE 2024 EDITION

  • GSQ Quality Connection
  • Searching for Training in MiRegistry
  • How to Identify Goals in the Self-Reflection and QIP
  • OST Corner: MASP Site Visits
  • Like and follow!

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The latest news to help support your program

GSQ Quality Connection

Thanks to everyone who attended the June GSQ Quality Connection with First Children's Finance. If you missed it, or would like to review the content, check out the recording!


Join us for the next GSQ Quality Connection on Wednesday, August 14, from 1-2 p.m. ET.

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Searching for Training in MiRegistry

Looking for professional development? Check out this short video that walks through a step-by-step overview on how to search for events in MiRegistry that meet Great Start to Quality Professional Development Indicators. 

How to Identify Goals in the Self-Reflection and QIP

The easiest way to identify a goal is to be as clear as possible when naming your goal in the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP). When a Validator reviews the Self-Reflection, QIP, and evidence, they look at each simplified goal in the QIP to determine if the goal is assigned to a staff person, when the due date is, and if the goal aligns with an indicator. Validators will not open each goal to read the notes or attached documentation, so all identifying information should be available on the main QIP page. 


You can also consider the following:

  • Clearly name goals so that Validators can identify which indicator the goal is related to. 
  • Select the related indicator in the goal, under the heading "Supports GSQ Quality Indicator." 

Questions? Email us: validation@ecic4kids.org.

Professional Development

OST Corner: MASP Program Site Visits

Would you like to highlight and share what you’re up to in your community and program? Are you interested in learning more about Michigan Afterschool Partnership (MASP)?  


Our partners at MASP are interested in learning more about the programs supporting out-of-school time throughout the state and would love to come and visit your program! 

Visit Request Form

Visit the GSQ Job Board

Quality educators can make a positive impact on the lives of young children. Find quality job opportunities to advance your career at Great Start to Quality’s new job board today!

Visit the Job Board

Like and Follow!

Great Start to Quality's New 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.  

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Key Contacts

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: approvedassessors@ecic4kids.org 

If you are thinking about how to maintain or continue making quality improvements, or if you're ready to learn more and need help, contact your local Great Start to Quality Resource Center by calling 877-614-7328 or visit www.greatstarttoquality.org


Funding from the Office of Great Start within the Michigan Department of Education supports the implementation of Great Start.

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The Early Childhood Investment Corporation is responsible for the day-to-day implementation of Great Start to Quality www.ecic4kids.org