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Position statements are formal expressions of the Division for Early Childhood that have been developed with input and reviewed by members and approved by the Executive Board. These statements address a specific topic or issue and represent the official position of the organization.

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Position Statement

Position Statement on Ethical Practice
(May 2022)

Multitiered System of Support Framework in Early Childhood: Description and Implications (2021)

Position Statement

Service Coordination in Early Intervention
Division for Early Childhood and IDEA Infant & Toddler Coordinator Joint Position Statement
(December 2020)

Low Birth Weight, Prematurity, and Early Intervention
(September 2018)

Executive

Summary

Position Statement

Endorsements

Personnel Standards in Early Childhood Special Education 
(September 2017)

Challenging Behavior
(July 2017)

Executive
Summary

Position Statement

Executive
Summary

Position
Statement

Child Maltreatment
(October 2016)

Leadership in Early Intervention and
Early Childhood Special Education
(March 2015)

Position Statement

Position
Statement

Guidance on 
Usage

Endorsements

Role of Special Instruction in Early Intervention 
(June 2014)

Executive 
Summary

Position
Statement

Promoting the Health, Safety, and Well-Being of Young Children with Disabilities and Developmental Delays 
(September 2012)

Family Culture, Values, and Language 
(September 2010)

Executive Summary

Position 

Statement

Executive Summary

Position
Statement

Position
Statement in Spanish

Inclusion 
(April 2009)

Developmental Delay As An Eligibility Category 
(April 2009)

Concept Paper

Position Statement

Promoting Positive Outcomes for Children With Disabilities: Recommendations for Curriculum, Assessment, and Program Evaluation
(March 2007)