Announcement
UIP and Addenda Forms
Attn: Superintendents, Accountability Contacts, Federal Programs
Addenda forms to supplement school and district Unified Improvement Plans (UIPs) are available on the CDE website.
After receiving such positive feedback on the forms for Title I schoolwide and targeted assistance programs, CDE has developed similar forms for other programs/accountability identifications (e.g., Title I programs, schools and districts with a Turnaround play type).
For districts identified under Title IIA (2141c), the form is required. Whereas other forms are optional. For schools and districts with unique requirements the forms provide an easy-to-use format to ensure that all requirements are met by pasting the form to a completed UIP template. Schools and districts may use more than one form, if appropriate. Some schools and districts may meet some of the requirements in earlier sections of the UIP. This form provides a way to ensure all components of the program are met through (1) assurances, (2) descriptions of the requirements or (3) a cross-walk of the Title I program elements in the UIP.
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For More Information, Contact:
Lisa Medler
Office of Improvement Planning
Phone: 303-866-6993
Email: medler_l@cde.state.co.us
2009 Statewide Longitudinal Data Systems Grant Newsletter / Website
Attn: Superintendents, Districts Data Coordinators
In an effort to keep all stakeholders informed on the progress and status of the 2009 Statewide Longitudinal Data System (SLDS) Grant, the SLDS Program team has created a quarterly SLDS newsletter. The newsletter will update the districts, CDE and other state agencies on all SLDS objectives (Capture, Link and Provide) and grant outcomes and is posted on the website at http://www.cde.state.co.us/SLDS/. The newsletters are posted at the link below.
Please check these sites often as SLDS information and updates are posted regularly. If you have questions about Capture, Link or Provide, or the overall SLDS initiative, you can submit your inquiries to SLDS_Questions@cde.state.co.us.
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For More Information, Contact:
Dan Domagala
IMS
Phone: 303.866.6961
Email: domagala_d@cde.state.co.us
Vacancies on the Colorado Special Education Advisory Committee
Attn: All
The Colorado Special Education Advisory Committee is looking for new members. Please help spread the word that the committee is looking for dedicated people from across Colorado to advise the Colorado Department of Education assistant commissioner and state director of the Exceptional Student Services Unit on the issues of special education.
The Colorado Special Education Advisory Committee is a state-level committee mandated by federal and state law. Members are interested in the quality of education received by children/youth with disabilities. The committee includes parents of and individuals with disabilities, educational service providers, administrators and representatives from a variety of related agencies. Participation is statewide and representative of diverse disabilities.
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For More Information, Contact:
David Ramer
Exceptional Student Services
Phone: 303-866-6639
Email: eslu-t1@cde.state.co.us
2011-12 Colorado School Library Survey Now Open
Attn: School Librarians
Letters have been sent to public school libraries throughout the state announcing the opening of the 2011-12 Colorado School Library Survey. It can be accessed at the link listed below. The data gathered in the annual school library survey provides library professionals with important information for planning, evaluating and budgeting. Login information is included in the letter, but if you havent received your letter and would like to get started, feel free to call LRS at 303-866-6900 or email lrs@lrs.org to get your information.
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For More Information, Contact:
Linda Hofschire
Library Research Service, Colorado State Library
Phone: 303-866-6827
Email: Hofschire_L@cde.state.co.us
Exceptional Students
Spanish Language Version of Amended Procedural Safeguards Notice Now Available Online!
Attn: All
The Procedural Safeguards Notice, amended July 1, 2011, is now available in Spanish on the CDE special education law website. Additionally, the following dispute resolution documents are also now available in Spanish:
Dispute Resolution Rights (brochure)
Mediation Services (brochure)
Dispute Resolution Options Table
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For More Information, Contact:
Jeanine Pow
Exceptional Student Services Dispute Resolution Supervisor/State Complaints Officer
Phone: 303-866-6685
Email: pow_j@cde.state.co.us
Important Due Date
School Accreditation/Request to Reconsider Form Due Monday, Oct. 17
Attn: Superintendents, District Accountability Contacts
All districts must submit the School Accreditation and Request to Reconsider Form by Monday, Oct. 17. The form is the method for districts to indicate if you agree/disagree with CDE's preliminary plan types for schools, based on the draft School Performance Framework (SPF) reports sent by CDE in August 2011. This is also the tool that districts use to submit schools' accreditation ratings, if they differ from CDE's plan types. If your district disagrees with a CDE plan type, you will need to indicate your recommended plan type and submit additional evidence for CDE's consideration.
All districts must submit the School Accreditation and Request to Reconsider Form online and also submit a printed version signed by the superintendent and local board chair. You will need to click "Submit Final Form," then you will be directed to a printable version and additional instructions on any Requests to Reconsider. You may need to print the form at 80 percent to fit it on the page. The printed version should be scanned and e-mailed to Liz Lenz, lenz_e@cde.state.co.us, by Oct. 17.
To access and complete the School Accreditation and Request to Reconsider Form, go to: http://www.cde.state.co.us/scripts/AccreditationForm/. Your superintendent and district accountability contact received a unique username and password via e-mail from Somoh Supharukchinda on Sept. 14. Contact Somoh if you have questions about the form.
For more information, including policy guidance and example Request to Reconsider proposals, visit the link below.
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For More Information, Contact:
Somoh Supharukchinda
Accountability & Improvement
Phone: 303-866-6778
Email: supharukchinda_s@cde.state.co.us
Reminder
Family Economic Data Survey Form Approval End Date Approaching
Attn: Superintendents, Business Managers, October Count Staff, At-risk Coordinators
Schools that are not participating in the Federal National School Lunch or School Breakfast program should have approved Family Economic Data Survey forms within 30 calendar days after the October count date for students who are eligible for free lunch.
A copy of the form can be found at the link below.
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For More Information, Contact:
Scott Abbey
Public School Finance / Audit
Phone: 303-866-6153
Email: abbey_s@cde.state.co.us
Update
Colorado Basic Literacy Act (CBLA) Update
Attn: Superintendents, District Curriculum/Literacy Coordinators, Principals, and Teachers
In 2007, the Colorado State Board of Education approved three assessment instruments from which districts may choose for annual reporting of the Colorado Basic Literacy Act (CBLA) for grades K-3. Additionally, in December 2010, the state board recommended that the rules for administering the CBLA be revised to ensure alignment with the expectations outlined in the Colorado Academic Standards.
Therefore, in April 2012, the state board will simultaneously consider adopting updated CBLA rules and approve new assessment tools if necessary. The following timeline outlines next steps:
-January 2012 - CDE will present a first draft of updated CBLA rules to the state board.
-January 2012/February 2012 - CDE will publish revised draft CBLA rules and offer opportunities for public feedback.
-March 2012 - SBE will conduct CBLA Rulemaking Hearing to establish the new rules regarding the administration of literacy assessments. Public comment will be invited. In addition, CDE staff will identify recommended literacy assessments for board member discussion.
-April 2012 - The state board will adopt revised CBLA rules and approve CBLA assessment tools.
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For More Information, Contact:
Dian Prestwich
Academic and Instructional Support
Phone: 303-866-6150
Email: prestwich_d@cde.state.co.us
Webinars
Special Education December Count Trainings
Attn: Data Managers, HR Directors and Special Education Directors
The Exceptional Student Services Unit and Data Services Unit will be conducting webinars specific to the Special Education December Count Staff and Student Collections.
Webinars are intended for data managers, HR directors and Special Education Directors. Content will be repeated so you only need to register for one per topic of interest. The collection is expected to open November 2, 2011.
Registration is available at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/web_reg_oct_nov_2011
December Count Staff Webinar:
Tuesday, Oct. 25, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2011 10 a.m. noon
December Count Student Webinar:
Wednesday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m. noon
Wednesday, Nov. 2, 1 p.m. 3 p.m.
December Count Data Summary and Data Detail Reports and Data Validity Webinar:
Tuesday, Nov. 29, 10 a.m. noon
Wednesday, Nov. 30, 1 p.m. 3 p.m.
For More Information, Contact:
Sarah Cannon
Exceptional Student Services
Phone: 303.866.6749
Email: cannon_s@cde.state.co.us
Colorado Department of Education
201 East Colfax Avenue
Denver, Colorado
80203-1799
Phone: 303-866-6822 or 303-866-2334
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