NC Pre-K Program Standardized
Site Selection Process
Site Selection Materials
Title of Document
Item Number
Conflict of Interest Statement
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NC Pre-k Site Application Decision Tree
2
NC Pre-K Site Application
3
NC Pre-K Site Selection Rubric
4
Teacher Education Worksheet
5
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NC Pre-K Standardized Site
Selection Process
2012 and 2013 Legislative Provisions required DCDEE to establish a
standardized decision-making process for awarding slots and student
selection locally.
• DCDEE convened 17-member workgroup of NC Pre-K Advisory Com.
Governance Committee members and local providers; developed
recommendations
• Site Application and Rubric drafted
• Spring - Piloted in 13 counties across NC
• Late Spring - Summer
• Surveyed Pilot group
• Reconvened Governance Work Group: August
• Met with Pilot participants for feedback August: Buncombe, Hoke,
Johnston, Northampton, Onslow and Rockingham
Participating Counties
(*DCDEE Feedback Session)
*Beaufort
Buncombe
Catawba
Davidson
Forsyth
*Hoke
*Johnston
*Northampton
*Onslow
Pamlico
Pitt
Region A (7 counties)
Rockingham
Sampson
Stanly
Transylvania
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NC Pre-K Standardized Site
Selection Process
Fall
• Incorporated recommendations from Pilot Participants and Governance
Work Group.
• Presented revised Rubric and supporting materials to NC Pre-K Advisory
Committee, November 7.
• Additional recommendations included:
• New vs. Existing Sites, including prior participation
• Weighting of program standards: ECERS-R for new vs. NC Pre-K
classroom, Substantiated A/N, consideration of multiple
classrooms, teachers, limit number of points for discretionary
indicators decided by local committees, levels of teacher
education/licensure, programs serving greater number of subsidy
children/families
Winter (mid-to-late January 2014)
• Finalize materials, conduct training, TA to local NC Pre-K Contractors
• Local NC Pre-K Contractors implement process for 2014-2015
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Conflict of Interest
Statement

Identify a Site Selection Sub-Committee to recommend
sites for NC Pre-K placements and advise local NC Pre-K
Committee.

The Site Selection Sub-Committee must consist of 3 or
more “non-conflicted” members and may be a subset of
your current NC Pre-K Committee

No conflict or appearance of, no benefit, no profit

Each member of the Site Selection Sub-Committee must
read, understand and sign the Conflict of Interest
Statement
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NC Pre-K Site Application
Decision Tree

The Site Selection SubCommittee will use the NC
Pre-K Site Selection
Decision Tree to guide
them through the process
of recommending sites to
the NC Pre-K Committee

The layout of the tree helps
the Site Selection SubCommittee make decisions
regarding the qualifications
of applying sites and how
far they will go in the
selection process
NC Pre-K Site
Application
• NC Pre-K Site Application will be completed by each site
interested in being an NC Pre-k Site.
• Approved Sites will be funded for the extent of the contract
cycle. Public schools are on a one year contract cycle and private
sites follow a two year cycle.
• Approved sites are not required to resubmit an application for
each funding cycle unless non-compliance is noted within
monitoring results.
• All awards are contingent upon and subject to appropriation,
allocation and availability of funding through the North Carolina
State Legislature and the North Carolina Division of Child
Development and Early Education (DCDEE).
• Approved sites are required to comply with all applicable NC Child
Care Rules, specifically Rule .3000 NC Pre-Kindergarten Services
and the NC Pre-Kindergarten Requirements during the funding
cycle.
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NC Pre-K Site
Application-Sections
• Site Information
• Slot Information
• Program Information
• Administration Information
• Teacher Education and BK Licensure Requirements
• Teacher Education and BK Licensure Requirements for
Sites/Classrooms
• Site Information for Parents/Families
• Quality Enhancement Indicators
• Additional Required Documents
• Signature Page/For Office Use Only
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NC Pre-K
Site Selection Rubric

Designed to be used by the NC Pre-K Site Selection SubCommittee as a comparative tool to help standardize the
site selection process in each county or region

Standards and indicators are designed to guide the Site
Selection Sub-Committee’s decisions in recommending
sites for participation in the NC Pre-K program

The Site Selection Sub-Committee is required to complete
a Rubric for each site applicant, using information from
the NC Pre-K Site Application completed by potential NC
Pre-K Site applicants.
NC Pre-K Site Selection
Rubric
Program Standards (15 points)
Geographic, Accessibility & Affordability Indicators (35 Points)
Education Standards (15 points)
Classroom and Family Support Indicators (27 points)
Optional-Additional Locally Determined Indicators (8 points)
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Education Standards
(15 points)
Points
Circle or write in point value from each section
ADMINISTRATOR (circle one)
refer to Site Application p. 10
The site has a NC Pre-K Approved Administrator (Existing sites may operate w/a Level II NCEAC
working toward Level III NCEAC.)
1
The Administrator has a Level III NCEAC or Principal License
3
The Administrator has a Level III NCEAC or Principal License with 1-3 years of experience
4
The Administrator has a Level III NCEAC or Principal License with 4+ years of experience
5
LEAD TEACHER(S) (see Teacher Education Worksheet)
For multi-classroom sites, use Teacher Education Worksheet to rate each lead teacher's
education, licensure level, and experience. Average all ratings together and transfer score here.
Average of Lead Teacher Education determined on Teacher Education Worksheet
TEACHER ASSISTANT(S) (see Teacher Education Worksheet)
For multi-classroom sites, use Teacher Education Worksheet to rate each assistant teacher's
education and experience. Average all ratings together and transfer score here.
Average of Teacher Assistant(s) Education determined on Teacher Education Worksheet
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Subtotal from this section
Teacher Education Worksheet
• To be used with NC Pre-K Site Selection Rubric, Education Standards
section only
• Points from the Teacher Education Worksheet will be transferred to
Lead Teacher and Teacher Assistant sub-sections on the Rubric
Determine Lead Teacher Points
1. BA/BS Degree and No Experience
2. BA/BS Degree in Early Childhood Education or
related field* and working toward BK License (Plan of
Study on file) or NC Lateral Entry(LE) Provisional BK
License
3. BK SPI or Preschool Add-On and 0-1 Year
Experience
4. BK SPI and Over 1 Year Experience
5. BK Standard Professional II
Pts.
2
3
3
4
5
Determine Asst. Teacher Points
Pts.
1.Completed at least 6 semester credit hour (schs) of
ECE coursework or (If assistant in DPI program) they
meet NCLB exception and completed 6 schs of ECE
coursework or 2 years ECE experience
2
2. AA Degree in ECE or a CDA, and 0-3 years’
experience in a preschool classroom
3
3. AA Degree in ECE or CDA and additional ECE schs
toward a BA/BS Degree in a related field*, and 0-3
years’ experience in a preschool classroom
4
4. AA Degree in ECE or CDA and 3+ years’ experience in
a preschool classroom or have a BA/BS Degree in
related field*
5
LEAD TEACHER(S)
Enter Teacher Name(s) Below
Verified Experience
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Points from Above
14
*Average ALL (1-10), enter average here
and then transfer points to rubric
Education Standards
(15 points)
Points
Circle or write in point value from each section
ADMINISTRATOR (circle one)
refer to Site Application p. 10
The site has a NC Pre-K Approved Administrator (Existing sites may operate w/a Level II NCEAC
working toward Level III NCEAC.)
1
The Administrator has a Level III NCEAC or Principal License
3
The Administrator has a Level III NCEAC or Principal License with 1-3 years of experience
4
The Administrator has a Level III NCEAC or Principal License with 4+ years of experience
5
LEAD TEACHER(S) (see Teacher Education Worksheet)
For multi-classroom sites, use Teacher Education Worksheet to rate each lead teacher's
education, licensure level, and experience. Average all ratings together and transfer score here.
Average of Lead Teacher Education determined on Teacher Education Worksheet
TEACHER ASSISTANT(S) (see Teacher Education Worksheet)
For multi-classroom sites, use Teacher Education Worksheet to rate each assistant teacher's
education and experience. Average all ratings together and transfer score here.
Average of Teacher Assistant(s) Education determined on Teacher Education Worksheet
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Subtotal from this section
Determine Lead Teacher Points
1. BA/BS Degree and No Experience
2. BA/BS Degree in Early Childhood Education or
related field* and working toward BK License (Plan
of Study on file) or NC Lateral Entry(LE)
Provisional BK License
Pts.
2
3
3. BK SPI or Preschool Add-On and 0-1 Year
Experience
3
4. BK SPI and Over 1 Year Experience
4
5. BK Standard Professional II
5
Determine Asst. Teacher Points
Pts.
1.Completed at least 6 semester credit hour (schs) of
ECE coursework or (If assistant in DPI program) they
meet NCLB exception and completed 6 schs of ECE
coursework or 2 years ECE experience
2
2. AA Degree in ECE or a CDA, and 0-3 years’
experience in a preschool classroom
3
3. AA Degree in ECE or CDA and additional ECE schs
toward a BA/BS Degree in a related field*, and 0-3
years’ experience in a preschool classroom
4
4. AA Degree in ECE or CDA and 3+ years’ experience in a
preschool classroom or have a BA/BS Degree in related
field*
5
LEAD TEACHER(S)
Enter Teacher Name(s) Below
Verified Experience
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Points from Above
16
*Average ALL (1-10), enter average here
and then transfer points to rubric
Education Standards
(15 points)
Points
Circle or write in point value from each section
ADMINISTRATOR (circle one)
refer to Site Application p. 10
The site has a NC Pre-K Approved Administrator (Existing sites may operate w/a Level II NCEAC
working toward Level III NCEAC.)
1
The Administrator has a Level III NCEAC or Principal License
3
The Administrator has a Level III NCEAC or Principal License with 1-3 years of experience
4
The Administrator has a Level III NCEAC or Principal License with 4+ years of experience
5
LEAD TEACHER(S) (see Teacher Education Worksheet)
For multi-classroom sites, use Teacher Education Worksheet to rate each lead teacher's
education, licensure level, and experience. Average all ratings together and transfer score here.
Average of Lead Teacher Education determined on Teacher Education Worksheet
TEACHER ASSISTANT(S) (see Teacher Education Worksheet)
For multi-classroom sites, use Teacher Education Worksheet to rate each assistant teacher's
education and experience. Average all ratings together and transfer score here.
Average of Teacher Assistant(s) Education determined on Teacher Education Worksheet
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Subtotal from this section
SITE INFORMATION
Name of Site/School:
Blue School
Child Care License Number
Star Rating:
:
5 Star
54567284
Administrator Name:
Administrator Title:
Lucy Light
Director
Email Address:
LLIGHT345@gmail.com
Street address:
121 Sunny Street
City:
Cloudsville
Zip Code:
State:
27555
NC
Fax Number:
Phone Number:
335-321-4567
Site Classification (Check One):
Private Non-Profit Child Care Center
Private For-Profit Child Care
Public School
 Developmental Day
Center
Federal Tax ID #: 10-191-34567
Elementary School District in which the site is located: Shady Grove
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SLOT INFORMATION
Is your facility a:
New NC Pre-K Site  Existing NC Pre-K Site Previous NC Pre-K/MAF Site
Number of slots allocated for NC Pre-K for 2012-2013 school year (if applicable): 18
 Maintain number of slots from 2013-2014
If an existing NC Pre-K site, is the site requesting to:
Total number of Slots Requested:
18
Increase number of slots (by how many: _______)
Decrease number of slots (by how many: ______)
Number of Pre-K Classrooms Requested:
1
If existing site is requesting an increase in slots, OR if a new site, please complete the following:
Number of new slots that are available due to facility expansion or empty rooms
Number of new slots in school age classroom(s) that are vacant during school hours
Number of new slots in existing four-year-old classroom(s)
Number of new slots in room(s) currently occupied by an age group other than four-year-olds
If new site, earliest date NC Pre-K Program can be implemented?
Recruitment plan to identify un-served children:
Estimated number of children currently enrolled at site who will be age eligible for NC Pre-K (4 years-old on or before
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August 31, 2014):
PROGRAM INFORMATION CONTINUED
All NC Pre-K classrooms selected for evaluation must score a minimum of 5.0 on the Early Childhood Environment
Rating Scale Revised (ECERS-R).
Provide your last NC Pre-K ECERS-R score(s) and the date of assessment(s):
5.95
If not applicable, provide your last ECERS-R score(s) for any evaluated classroom(s) at your site:
PROGRAM INFORMATION CONTINUED
Has your site had a substantiated abuse or neglect complaint in the last 18 months?
Yes
No
If so, have you completed corrective action to the satisfaction of the state?
Has your site had a substantiated licensing complaint in the last 18 months?
Yes
 No
If yes, explain.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
NC Pre-K sites must operate within facilities holding a 4 or 5 star license from the NC Division of Child
Development and Early Education. Please mark which license applies to this site.
Four Star License  Five Star License
Do Not Meet
Has your site been issued an Administrative Action from DCDEE within the last 18 months?
Yes
 No
If yes, explain.
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Location (circle one) Counties should choose a relevant and consistent distance for this
subsection. Criteria entered here must be the same across each County.
There are 0-9 identified NC Pre-K eligible students within _____ miles of site (1 point)
1
There are 9-18 NC Pre-K eligible students within ____ miles of site (3 points)
3
There are 18+ NC Pre-K eligible students within ____ miles of site
5
(5 points)
Children eligible for NC Pre-K may not have access to transportation. NC Pre-K sites may need to offer
transportation for families without a means to transport their child to/from NC Pre-K. Is your site able to
offer transportation services (a small fee may be approved by the NC Pre-K Committee)?
 Yes
No
What support would be needed for your site to offer transportation services?
Is
your site able to offer transportation services at no cost?
Yes
No
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Will your site offer wrap-around care for before and/or afterschool and on days when NC Pre-K is
not in session?
Before School Care Only
After School Care Only Both Before/After School Care
Will your site offer summer care?
Yes  No
Do you accept subsidy vouchers for children needing extended and full day care?  Yes
What do you typically charge for wraparound care?
_________________________________________________________
Do you charge separately for morning and afternoon care?
Yes
No
If yes, please explain: _______________________________________________
What are your daily rates for school breaks?
__________n/a____________________________________________________
What are your weekly rates for summer care?
__________n/a____________________________________________________
PLEASE NOTE: Fees collected for wraparound care are additional income for
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No
Sites must provide breakfast and/or snacks and lunch meeting USDA requirements during the regular school day.
Does your site provide free meals for children who do not qualify for free/reduced meals?
Yes
No
Does your site provide free meals and snacks for children who do not qualify for free/reduced meals?
Yes
No
All children enrolled in NC Pre-K must receive a developmental screening using an approved
screening instrument, unless the child has an existing Individualized Education Program (IEP).
Does your site provide on-site developmental screenings?
Yes No
Does your site provide free hearing screenings in addition to the child’s pre-entry health assessment?
Yes No
Does your site provide free dental screenings in addition to the child’s pre-entry health assessment?
Yes No
Does your site provide free vision screenings in addition to the child’s pre-entry health assessment?
Yes No
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ADMINISTRATOR INFORMATION
Highest Degree Earned: BA
Major: Early Childhood Education
Number of Semester Hours in Early Childhood:
Number of Years Experience as an Administrator: 2
Administrator Credential (check one):
NC Early Childhood Administrator Credential I
NC Early Childhood Administrator Credential III
Principal Certification
NC Early Childhood Administrator Credential II
Working toward NC Early Childhood Administrator
Credential
Please Specify Level: I
II
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III
TEACHER EDUCATION AND BK LICENSURE INFORMATION FOR SITES/CLASSROOMS
Please complete this section for each NC Pre-K Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher (make additional copies as needed).
Site:
Blue School
Classroom: NC Pre-K
Teacher Name: Sheila Sunshine
Position:  Lead Teacher
Assistant Teacher
How many years of experience does your NC Pre-K lead
teacher have working with 4 year old children? 2
How many years of experience does your NC Pre-K
assistant teacher have working with 4-year old
children? ___________
Which of the following does the lead teacher hold?
BA/BS Degree in Early Childhood Education or ________ and working toward BK License (Plan of Study on file)
NC Lateral Entry (LE) Provisional BK License
NC Provisional BK Add-On License
NC BK Standard Professional I or Preschool Add-On License Other NC Teaching License (Special Ed., K-6, etc.)
NC BK Standard Professional II or Preschool (PreK/K) License
Another State’s Teaching License (Early Childhood Education, Special Education, etc.)
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Determine Lead Teacher Points
1. BA/BS Degree and No Experience
2. BA/BS Degree in Early Childhood Education or
related field* and working toward BK License (Plan
of Study on file) or NC Lateral Entry(LE)
Provisional BK License
Pts.
2
3
3. BK SPI or Preschool Add-On and 0-1 Year
Experience
3
4. BK SPI and Over 1 Year Experience
4
5. BK Standard Professional II
5
Determine Asst. Teacher Points
Pts.
1.Completed at least 6 semester credit hour (schs) of
ECE coursework or (If assistant in DPI program) they
meet NCLB exception and completed 6 schs of ECE
coursework or 2 years ECE experience
2
2. AA Degree in ECE or a CDA, and 0-3 years’
experience in a preschool classroom
3
3. AA Degree in ECE or CDA and additional ECE schs
toward a BA/BS Degree in a related field*, and 0-3
years’ experience in a preschool classroom
4
4. AA Degree in ECE or CDA and 3+ years’ experience in a
preschool classroom or have a BA/BS Degree in related
field*
5
LEAD TEACHER(S)
Enter Teacher Name(s) Below
Verified Experience
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Points from Above
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*Average ALL (1-10), enter average here
and then transfer points to rubric
TEACHER EDUCATION AND BK LICENSURE INFORMATION FOR SITES/CLASSROOMS
Please complete this section for each NC Pre-K Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher (make additional copies as needed).
Site:
Blue School
Teacher Name: Annie Blue
How many years of experience does your NC Pre-K lead teacher
have working with 4 year old children?
Classroom: NC Pre-K
Position: Lead Teacher  Assistant Teacher
How many years of experience does your NC Pre-K
assistant teacher have working with 4-year old
children? 1
Which of the following does the lead teacher hold?
BA/BS Degree in Early Childhood Education or ________ and working toward BK License (Plan of Study on file)
NC Lateral Entry (LE) Provisional BK License
NC Provisional BK Add-On License
NC BK Standard Professional I or Preschool Add-On License Other NC Teaching License (Special Ed., K-6, etc.)
NC BK Standard Professional II or Preschool (PreK/K) License
Another State’s Teaching License (Early Childhood Education, Special Education, etc.)
Does assistant teacher hold a minimum AA in ECE or a CDA?
OR
Does assistant teacher working in a public school site meet No
 Yes
Child Left Behind with 2 years experience in a licensed facility, or
6 semester hours of Early Childhood Education coursework?
No
N/A
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Determine Lead Teacher Points
1. BA/BS Degree and No Experience
2. BA/BS Degree in Early Childhood Education or
related field* and working toward BK License (Plan
of Study on file) or NC Lateral Entry(LE)
Provisional BK License
Pts.
2
3
1.Completed at least 6 semester credit hour (schs) of
ECE coursework or (If assistant in DPI program) they
meet NCLB exception and completed 6 schs of ECE
coursework or 2 years ECE experience
Pts.
2
3
2. AA Degree in ECE or a CDA, and 0-3 years’
experience in a preschool classroom
3. BK SPI or Preschool Add-On and 0-1 Year
Experience
3
4. BK SPI and Over 1 Year Experience
4
5. BK Standard Professional II
Determine Asst. Teacher Points
5
3. AA Degree in ECE or CDA and additional ECE schs
toward a BA/BS Degree in a related field*, and 0-3
years’ experience in a preschool classroom
4
4. AA Degree in ECE or CDA and 3+ years’ experience in a
preschool classroom or have a BA/BS Degree in related
field*
5
LEAD TEACHER(S)
Enter Teacher Name(s) Below
Verified Experience
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Points from Above
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*Average ALL (1-10), enter average here
and then transfer points to rubric
Education Standards
(15 points)
Points
Circle or write in point value from each section
ADMINISTRATOR (circle one)
refer to Site Application p. 10
The site has a NC Pre-K Approved Administrator (Existing sites may operate w/a Level II NCEAC
working toward Level III NCEAC.)
1
The Administrator has a Level III NCEAC or Principal License
3
The Administrator has a Level III NCEAC or Principal License with 1-3 years of experience
4
The Administrator has a Level III NCEAC or Principal License with 4+ years of experience
5
LEAD TEACHER(S) (see Teacher Education Worksheet)
For multi-classroom sites, use Teacher Education Worksheet to rate each lead teacher's
education, licensure level, and experience. Average all ratings together and transfer score here.
Average of Lead Teacher Education determined on Teacher Education Worksheet
TEACHER ASSISTANT(S) (see Teacher Education Worksheet)
For multi-classroom sites, use Teacher Education Worksheet to rate each assistant teacher's
education and experience. Average all ratings together and transfer score here.
Average of Teacher Assistant(s) Education determined on Teacher Education Worksheet
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Subtotal from this section
Is your staff knowledgeable about NC’s Early Learning and Development Standards?
Yes
No
NC Pre-K classrooms must use an approved curriculum. Check the approved curricula used in your facility:
Tutor Time Life Smart
Links to Literacy
La Petite Academy Journey
HighScope Preschool Curriculum High Reach Learning
Opening the World of Learning (OWL)
Passports: Experiences for Pre-K Success
Tools of the Mind, 6th Edition
The Empowered Child, Childtime, 2nd Edition
Explorations with Young Children: A Curriculum Guide from the Bank Street College of Education
Investigator Club Prekindergarten Learning System
The Creative Curriculum for Preschool, 4th or 5th Edition
No approved curricula is currently used
NC Pre-K classrooms are required to conduct ongoing assessments to gather information about each child’s growth
and skill development, as well as inform instruction. Check the assessment instrument currently used by your facility:
HighScope Preschool Child
Observation Record (COR)
Work Sampling System
Meisels or 4th Edition
Learning Care System
Galileo Pre-K
Creative Curriculum Developmental Continuum, Ages 3-5 or No assessment instrument is
Teaching Strategies Gold
currently used.
Investigator Club
High Scope Child Observation Record, 2nd
Edition
Galileo On-line Assessment
System
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NC Pre-K sites shall develop a comprehensive plan for family engagement to implement strategies designed to
develop partnerships with families and build reciprocal relationships that promote shared decision-making.
What strategies have you used to encourage family engagement? Please submit a copy of your Family
Engagement Plan.
1) Family Appreciation days once a month- we provide muffins, coffee and juice to families as they
drop their children off
2) We encourage families to volunteer or visit in the classroom anytime but also as expert visitors
during our classroom studies/projects
3) We have an annual fall festival for our children and families, local girl/boy scout troops volunteer to
support activities and 3 local businesses make monetary donations for food and crafts
4) We have a parent formed and led advisory group that meets bi-monthly regarding facility
improvement, parent involvement, and early childhood advocacy
What is your plan for communicating with and supporting children and families who do not speak English or
have limited English proficiency?
1) Our NC Pre-K Lead Teacher speaks fluent Spanish and the teacher assistant is currently taking
courses to learn Spanish
2) All classroom and center communications are available in English and Spanish
3) We collaborate with our local Family Support and Advocacy group for support in languages other
than Spanish. Over the past 3 years they have provided in depth translation and interpretation
support for families in our center who speak Mandarin and Arabic. They also support the
teacher/child/family connection through attending the home-visits with the lead
and teacher
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assistant.
EDUCATION/LICENSURE/COMPENSATION
:
Teachers with a B-K license or Preschool Add On, provisional B-K, initial provisional lateral entry licensure or a BA/BS
degree and Teacher Assistants with an AA/AAS in Early Childhood are paid the minimum compensation
requirement with a combination of salary and benefits. [See NC Pre-K Requirements for more information]
Currently Meet
Do Not Meet
Plan to Meet
Teachers with a B-K license or Preschool Add On, provisional B-K, initial provisional lateral entry licensure or a BA/BS
degree and Teacher Assistants with an AA/AAS in Early Childhoodare paid the minimum compensation
requirement with salary alone; benefits are extra. [See NC Pre-K Requirements for more information]
Currently Meet
Do Not Meet
Plan to Meet
Teachers with a B-K license or Preschool Add On, provisional B-K, initial provisional lateral entry licensure or a BA/BS
degree and Teacher Assistants with an AA/AAS in Early Childhood are paid themore than the minimum
compensation requirement with salary alone; benefits are extra. [See NC Pre-K Requirements for more
information]
Currently Meet
Do Not Meet
Plan to Meet
Teachers with a B-K license or Preschool Add On, provisional B-K, initial provisional lateral entry licensure or a BA/BS
degree and Teacher Assistants with an AA/AAS in Early Childhoodare paid the target compensation requirement
with a combination of salary and benefits. [See NC Pre-K Requirements for more information]
Currently Meet
Do Not Meet
Plan to Meet
Teachers with a B-K license or Preschool Add On, provisional B-K, initial provisional lateral entry licensure or a BA/BS
degree and Teacher Assistants with an AA/AAS in Early Childhoodare paid the target compensation requirement
with salary alone; benefits are extra. [See NC Pre-K Requirements for more information]
Currently Meet
Do Not Meet
Plan to Meet
Note: Compensation questions only refer to staff in the Pre-K classroom and not to other staff at the facility.
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Additional Locally
Determined Indicators
• Designed for counties to have the option of assigning up to
8 points to additional indicators that are determined locally
by the Site Selection Sub-Committee
• If Additional indicators are added to this section, the same
criteria (indicators and point values) must be applied across
each Rubric completed
• Do not have to total 8 points but cannot exceed 8 points
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Additional Locally
Determined Indicators
 Examples of indicators:
1. New Site – Child Care, Head Start - Staff will be hired to meet the
education requirements: BA/BS ECE with BK licensure or Plan of
Study on File to show progress towards licensure
2. Other resources that are utilized by each individual site (TEACH,
WAGE$, other compensation: Retirement Plan, Cafeteria Benefits)
3. Additional Trainings that individual staff members have completed
4. Partner with the EESLPD Office to provide mentoring and/or
evaluation support for BK Licensed teachers
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Optional - Additional Locally Determined Indicators (8 points)
*Same criteria must be applied across all sites for consistency
1. Lead Teachers and Teacher Assistants have received at least .5 CEU
in Conscious Discipline training
2. Director partners with Early Educator Support, Licensure and
Professional Development Office to provide Evaluation support to sites
BK licensed teachers
Subtotal from this section
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Points
3
5
What Staff Development has been offered to staff in the last two years? Please list specific
training topics:
1. Conscious Discipline is a consistent training topic for all lead and assistant teachers in our
county. As a site, we have collaborated with the local partnership as a provider for .5 CEU of
conscious discipline training. They have 2 technical assistance specialists that have attended
the train the trainer sessions and provide the training to us. We hope to complete the second
session of .5 CEU on the next teacher workday.
2. During 2 staff meetings this year, we have had a private education consultant/trainer come in
and provide training on how to appropriately use assessment information in the classroom.
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Optional - Additional Locally Determined Indicators (8 points)
*Same criteria must be applied across all sites for consistency
1. Lead Teachers and Teacher Assistants have received at least .5 CEU in
Conscious Discipline training
2. Director partners with Early Educator Support, Licensure and
Professional Development Office to provide Evaluation support to sites BK
licensed teachers
Subtotal from this section
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Points
3
5
Finding the Rubric Total
Section Title
Sub-Total
1: Program Standards
15
2: Geographic, Accessibility & Affordability
31
3: Education Standards
11
4: Classroom and Family Support
25
5: Additional Locally Determined Indicators
RUBRIC TOTAL POINTS :
3
85
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Next Steps
When…..
• Site Applications have been sorted into 2 groups: New and
Existing
• NC Pre-K Site Selection Rubric has been completed for all site
applications –Total points are written on the rubric
• Any additional materials have been gathered
Then…..
• The Site Selection Sub-Committee will rank order the
applications, still in the new and existing groups, with highest
total rubric points at the top of each group and lowest total
rubric points at the bottom of each group
• The Site Selection Sub-Committee will hand off all rank ordered
applications with attached rubric and any additional materials to
the NC Pre-K Committee
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Next Steps
• The NC Pre-K Committee will make final site selection decisions
based on the rankings of the new and existing sites, ultimately
approving sites for the upcoming program year
• The appropriate information will be entered to complete the For
Office Use Only section of the NC Pre-K Site Application
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