[R2R-OR] Community Based Coordinators of Early Learning - UPDATE

[Katie O'Dell]

>From Renea Arnold at Multnomah County Library

Early Childhood Services at Multnomah County Library has participated in
monthly meetings of the Early Childhood Council (ECC) for over 20 years.
The ECC was originally a group of childcare center directors, early
childhood teachers, EC professionals and other interested parties who came
together to maximize each other's services.

About 15 years ago the Early Childhood Council  became an official part of
the Multnomah Commission on Children, Families and Community. Subsequently,
an Early Childhood Framework was created that set goals for all early
childhood programs in the county and identified the best practices for
reaching those goals. To facilitate action and advocacy, the Early
Childhood Council formed four committees who also meet monthly. Each
committee works toward goals within the separate developmental domains of
early childhood development. ECS library staff participate in these
committees to ensure that the library is at the table.
**The best part of being part of this Council and all of its committees (4
staff are involved) is that we havemany opportunities to train other staff,
or parents and children they serve. We've partnered on many grant
applications and when successful, program implementations.

All kinds of organizations come together at this Council: Mental Health
professionals, Head Start directors, public school staff, Healthy Start,
pediatric providers, special education providers, PCC and PSU,
education service district staff, library, VOA, children's relief
nurseries, immigrant and refugee services, WIC, EC Resource
and Referral, the community of color and many more. The ECC is staying
informed about the state's Early Learning Council and their progress toward
establishing the Community-Based Coordinators of Early Learning Services or
"hubs."

The most exciting early childhood work in Multnomah County right now is
being part of the Cradle to Career project. We are key members of the Ready
for Kindergarten Collaborative which is  working toward establishing as
many as 20 Early Kindergarten Transition Programs for this summer in the
neediest schools.  Cradle to Career is at least a three year project to
bring all early childhood players in the county together to work toward two
common goals that would help prepare preschoolers for kindergarten.

We also stay connected with Center and Family Child Care providers by
presenting workshops at their network conferences and by teaching early
literacy classes all year for their network--Early Words, Every Child Ready
to Read, Storytime Skills etc. We visit all teen parent
programs, treatment facilities and domestic violence homes to reach
the children and staff who work there too. And occasionally we visit
churches on Sundays to speak with the parents of young children.

We distribute important early childhood library materials to every EC
partner and at every worthwhile event.



Renea Arnold
Early Childhood Services Supervisor
Multnomah County Library
Phone: 503.988.5458
Fax: 503.988.5441
reneaa at multcolib.org
www.multcolib.org




On Wed, Feb 20, 2013 at 10:14 AM, Engelfried, Steven <
engelfried at wilsonvillelibrary.org> wrote:

>  I just started attending the Clackamas County Early Childhood Committee
> last fall, representing LINCC libraries.  The group has been around and
> active for years and from what I’ve seen so far is well organized and
> effective.  It’s facilitated by the Children, Youth and Families Division.
> Participants include folks from Healthy Start, Head Start, ESD, and other
> groups whose roles and acronyms I’m afraid still trying to sort out.  We
> got involved when a Healthy Start representative invited library
> participation, and we appreciated the fact that the group wanted us at the
> table.  ****
>
> ** **
>
> We’ve met just twice since I joined, and a good deal of the focus has been
> on the Early Learning Council and Hubs, as Rick and Heather have reported.
> It’s a big topic, of course, but I’m equally interested in the
> opportunities for partnerships and collaboration that will come up just by
> meeting with so many people who share some of our goals and serve many of
> our families.  It would be great for our library to have a loud voice at
> the table (it looks like Deschutes and Washington Counties have reached
> that)…we’re not there yet, but being at the table is the big first step. *
> ***
>
> ** **
>
> Steven Engelfried, Youth Services Librarian****
>
> Wilsonville Public Library****
>
> 8200 SW Wilsonville Road****
>
> Wilsonville, OR  97070****
>
> 503-570-1592****
>
> engelfried at wilsonvillelibrary.org****
>
> ** **
>
> *From:* r2r-or-bounces at listsmart.osl.state.or.us [mailto:
> r2r-or-bounces at listsmart.osl.state.or.us] *On Behalf Of *Rick Samuelson
> *Sent:* Wednesday, February 20, 2013 9:46 AM
> *To:* r2r-or at listsmart.osl.state.or.us
>
> *Subject:* Re: [R2R-OR] Community Based Coordinators of Early Learning -
> UPDATE****
>
>  ** **
>
> Hi gang,****
>
> ** **
>
> For some reason, I missed the email call for info… so this is kind of late.
> ****
>
> ** **
>
> Washington County is blessed with a very active early childhood committee
> that meets monthly (sometimes more often, when special projects arise).  *
> ***
>
> ** **
>
> The Childhood Care and Education Advisory Committee (CCEAC) is an advisory
> committee of our Commission on Children and Families.  It has been meeting
> regularly for about 15 years.  ****
>
> ** **
>
> Representation includes: Community Action Head Start, OCDC Head Start,
> Child Care Resource & Referral, Morrison and Lifeworks Child Mental Health,
> Healthy Start, DHS, County Health (WIC, etc.), OSU Extension Services,
> Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education (EI/ECSE), NW Regional
> ESD, Nike Corp. Preschool and our libraries.  We have had semi-regular
> attendance from 211 Info and United Way in the past.****
>
> ** **
>
> Before the whole ELC changes bombarded us, our early childhood group met
> once or twice a year with the Multnomah County and Clackamas County early
> childhood counterparts.****
>
> ** **
>
> In general, the CCEAC facilitates sharing of program updates and operates
> to collectively to address local issues.  A countywide Kindergarten
> Readiness assessment was done in the past and various groups have utilized
> the committee in support of their accreditation processes.  Currently, the
> committee serves as the advisory body to our Child Care Resource & Referral
> and Healthy Start programs.****
>
> ** **
>
> Many library partnerships have blossomed thanks to the CCEAC.  Our
> distribution of Summer Reading materials, rhyme booklets and booklists is
> simplified through the regular meetings.  In addition, we have strengthened
> our bonds with our Head Starts, EI/ECSE and CCR&R.  We have been able to
> provide early literacy trainings for childcare providers and families
> because of these connections.  We are currently working with our CCR&R to
> develop a book delivery program for in-home child care providers.  Also, we
> are expanding our services to our local Early Childhood Special Education
> Centers – I will be offering puppet shows in support of Summer Reading
> promotion at each center.****
>
> ** **
>
> In an hour, I’m meeting with a couple of folks from the CCEAC to plan
> focus group and survey questions in preparation of our County Health &
> Human Services’ application to be a Community Based Coordinator of Early
> Learning.  How cool is that?  Our libraries have a loud voice at the table
> as plans are taking shape.****
>
> ** **
>
> Things have been difficult during the confusing transition phase… but
> everyone continues to keep a positive perspective.  The one thing I can say
> for our group: everyone is 100% behind any change as long as it is best for
> the children and families in our community.  Petty program funding fights
> simply don’t happen.****
>
> ** **
>
> Best wishes!****
>
> ** **
>
> Rick Samuelson, Youth Services Librarian
> Washington County Cooperative Library Services
> (503) 648-9785 x5#****
>
> ** **
>
> *From:* r2r-or-bounces at listsmart.osl.state.or.us [
> mailto:r2r-or-bounces at listsmart.osl.state.or.us<r2r-or-bounces at listsmart.osl.state.or.us>]
> *On Behalf Of *heather mcneil
> *Sent:* Wednesday, February 13, 2013 8:06 AM
> *To:* 'Katie Anderson'; 'r2r-or at listsmart.osl.state.or.us'
> *Subject:* Re: [R2R-OR] Community Based Coordinators of Early Learning -
> UPDATE****
>
> ** **
>
> In Deschutes County we have a group called Partnerships for Young Children
> (PYC).  Representatives from all the social services organizations that
> work with families, as well as educational institutions, attend monthly
> meetings to share what’s going on, and look for opportunities to partner.
> Much of the conversation for the past 6 months has been about the Early
> Learning Council, so I’ve had a chance to hear from the Commission and
> others their perceptions and concerns.  ****
>
> ** **
>
> PYC also organizes an event during Week of the Young Child.  Several years
> ago we did an early literacy conference.  I get many opportunities through
> them to connect with parent groups, as well as train care providers and
> family resource workers.  They are wonderful about distributing our early
> literacy calendars and booklets to the families they work with, which are
> often non-library users.****
>
> ** **
>
> Organizations that belong include NeighborImpact (Head Start), Healthy
> Families of the High Desert (Healthy Start in other parts of the state),
> Healthy Beginnings, Deschutes County Health, KIDS Center, Grandma’s House,
> Nursery Relief Center, Central Oregon Community College, OSU-Cascades, some
> preschools, Child Care Resources, the Children and Families Commission,
> Family Resource Center, and the library.  They have been complimented by
> the State for being a bit ahead of the game, and getting their voices heard
> early on.  PYC has now added on quarterly meetings with the representatives
> from Jefferson and Crook Counties.****
>
> ** **
>
> Our Assistant Director has contacted the superintendent of our ESD,
> letting them know the library wants to be “at the table” when the Hub gets
> going.  The ESD has been an active part of the conversations, and is a *
> possibility* for being the Hub organization.  There are other
> possibilities as well.  Most likely I would be the one attending any
> relevant meetings.****
>
> ** **
>
> The PYC is, without a doubt, the most beneficial group I belong to because
> of the many connections we make.  It has led to training opportunities,
> parent groups coming to the library, wide distribution of our early
> literacy promotional materials, the early literacy conference, and more.
> ****
>
> ** **
>
> I hope this was helpful.  Please contact me if you need any further
> information.****
>
> ** **
>
> ** **
>
> *From:* r2r-or-bounces at listsmart.osl.state.or.us [
> mailto:r2r-or-bounces at listsmart.osl.state.or.us<r2r-or-bounces at listsmart.osl.state.or.us>]
> *On Behalf Of *Katie Anderson
> *Sent:* Tuesday, February 12, 2013 11:40 AM
> *To:* r2r-or at listsmart.osl.state.or.us
> *Subject:* [R2R-OR] Community Based Coordinators of Early Learning -
> UPDATE****
>
> ** **
>
> Hello! Below is an email from the State Librarian regarding the Early
> Learning Council’s work on creating a plan for local communities/regions to
> transition to early childhood hubs. Please read her email and the Early
> Learning Council’s report: http://www.oregon.gov/gov/docs/OEIB/HUBLeg.pdf.
> ****
>
> ** **
>
> I would like to take this opportunity to start a conversation around
> libraries participation in early learning locally. A few libraries have
> been trying, but struggling to get involved in their local early childhood
> groups. Those of you experiencing success can help other libraries by
> hitting “reply all” and sharing… ****
>
> **·         **How you connected with and got involved in your local early
> childhood group,****
>
> **·         **What other organizations and/or agencies are part of your
> group (i.e. who other libraries might contact in their communities),****
>
> **·         **What your library is or plans to contribute to your group,
> and****
>
> **·         **What the benefits are of participating in your group.****
>
> ** **
>
> Thank you,****
>
> Katie ****
>
> ** **
>
> Katie Anderson, Library Development Services****
>
> * Youth Services Consultant * Oregon Center for the Book Coordinator *****
>
> Oregon State Library, 250 Winter St. NE, Salem, OR 97301****
>
> katie.anderson at state.or.us, 503-378-2528****
>
> ** **
>
> *From:* al-directors-bounces at listsmart.osl.state.or.us [
> mailto:al-directors-bounces at listsmart.osl.state.or.us<al-directors-bounces at listsmart.osl.state.or.us>]
> *On Behalf Of *MaryKay Dahlgreen
> *Sent:* Monday, February 11, 2013 2:01 PM
> *To:* pl-directors at listsmart.osl.state.or.us;
> al-directors at listsmart.osl.state.or.us;
> tl-directors at listsmart.osl.state.or.us
> *Subject:* [AL-Directors] Community Based Coordinators of Early Learning
> - UPDATE****
>
> ** **
>
> Dear Library Directors: ****
>
> ** **
>
> As most of you know, there is a lot going on in Oregon relating to
> education, especially early learning. The Early Learning Council has
> submitted a report <http://www.oregon.gov/gov/docs/OEIB/HUBLeg.pdf> to
> the Legislature on the process, characteristics, timeline and general
> roadmap for Hub Implementation.****
>
> ** **
>
> While this is mostly targeted to public library directors I am sending it
> to all directors because we all have an interest in the Governor’s
> education initiative.****
>
> ** **
>
> I believe now is the time that public libraries should be talking with
> early learning providers in their communities to learn about the activities
> that are taking place around developing early learning hubs. Katie
> Anderson, our youth services consultant, and I are tracking this process
> very closely and would be happy to talk with you about it. Katie is very
> engaged with the early learning community at the state level and can
> provide you with information about state level activities and how they
> relate locally. ****
>
> ** **
>
> Public libraries have been in the early learning business for a long time
> and OSL has a history of promoting and providing early literacy support for
> libraries, from the Ready to Read grant to the recently completed Reading
> for Healthy Families project. For a brief history of libraries and early
> literacy in Oregon I would direct you to my last four blog posts Snippets
> From the State Librarian.****
>
> ** **
>
> I am very excited about the Governor's education priorities and believe
> that libraries will continue and improve on our current ability to be an
> essential resource for all Oregon children and their families****
>
> ** **
>
> ** **
>
> MaryKay Dahlgreen****
>
> State Librarian****
>
> Oregon State Library****
>
> marykay.dahlgreen at state.or.us****
>
> 503-378-4367****
>
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-- 
Katie O'Dell
Youth Services Director
Multnomah County Library
205 N.E. Russell
Portland, OR 97212
503.988.5408 (p)
503.572.5231 (c)
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