Researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University are recruiting participants for a study on family-centeredness in Early Intervention. Read the full call for participants and access the flyers below. We are recruiting for a research study looking at family-centeredness in EI. We would love to hear from families that can complete an online survey in English or Spanish, and any of the 4 major discipline providers (OT, PT, SLP, Developmental Specialists/Special Instruction role)

The Division for Early Childhood (DEC) and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) are pleased to share Early Childhood Inclusion - A Joint Position Statement of the Division for Early Childhood (DEC) and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Early childhood inclusion refers to the rightful presence of each and every young child with a disability and their families in all early childhood education (ECE) environments

A Resource for the Initial Practice-Based Professional Preparation Standards for the Early Interventionists/Early Childhood Special Educators (EI/ECSE) (Initial birth through age 8) Purpose of the Reflective Action Planning Tool This tool is designed to promote increased awareness, understanding, and application of the EI/ECSE Standards. It is intended to guide reflective practice and professional growth related to the knowledge and skills expected of EI/ECSE professionals.

Your comprehensive source for the latest DEC policy news, federal updates, action alerts, and advocacy resources. October 2026 October 7th, 2026 | DEC Urges HHS to Withdraw Proposed Head Start Rule and Preserve Protections for Children with Disabilities; 40,087 Comments Submitted from Organizations Across the US From DEC Executive Director Peggy Kemp, PhD: Thank you for your advocacy! 40,087 comments were submitted on the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) “Reducing Federal

The DREAM Center Fellows Program is a 9–12 month mentored fellowship designed for early-career faculty in early intervention, early childhood special education, special education, and related services who are interested in strengthening their leadership, grant development, and personnel preparation expertise. Fellows will receive 1:1 mentorship and individualized technical assistance, engage in hands-on grant and program development experiences, participate in a collaborative