HomeMy WebLinkAbout20000894.tiff RESOLUTION
RE: APPROVE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL ASSISTANCE FOR HEAD START
PROGRAM EXPANSION AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to
Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of
administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and
WHEREAS, the Board has been presented with an Application for Federal Assistance
for Expansion of the Head Start Program from the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and
through the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Department of
Human Services, Family Educational Network of Weld County, to the Department of Health and
Human Services, commencing July 1, 2001, and ending January 31, 2001, with further terms
and conditions being as stated in said application, and
WHEREAS, after review, the Board deems it advisable to approve said application, a
copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of
Weld County, Colorado, that the Application for Federal Assistance for Expansion of the Head
Start Program from the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County
Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Department of Human Services, Family
Educational Network of Weld County, to the Department of Health and Human Services be, and
hereby is, approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board that the Chair be, and hereby is, authorized
to sign said application.
The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconded, adopted
by the following vote on the 19th day of April, A.D., 2000.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WEj D COUNTY, COLORAD
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2000-0894
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, MEMORANDUM
TO: Weld County Board of County Commissioners
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FROM: Walter J. Speckman, Executive Director, OHS
COLORADO DATE: April 19, 2000
SUBJECT: Head Start Expansion
Presented before the Weld County Board of County Commissioners is a proposal to the
Department of Health and Human Services, Head Start Bureau to expand Head Start. The
request is for$160,119.00.
If you need further information please contact Tere Keller-Amaya at extension 3342.
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2000-0894
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Standard Form 424 A-C
Budget Summary 1-4
Project Summary Abstract 4-7
Objective and Need for Assistance 8-14
Approach 14-16
Organizational Capacity 26-27
Appendices
Map
Organizational Information
News Articles
Professional Development Plan
Job Descriptions
Curriculum
Policy Council Approval
Federal Audit
Cost Allocation Plan
Letters of Support/Commitment
Assurances
APPLICATION FOR vmo Approval no.u.sao-u43
FEDERAL ASSISTANCE 2. DATE SUBMITTED Applicant Identifier
4/19/00 08CH0020
'1.TYPE OF SUBMISSION: 3.DATE RECEIVED BY STATE State Application laentifler
Aoplication Preapplication 08CH0020
0 Construction ❑Construction 4.DATE RECEIVED BY FEDERAL AGENCY Federal Identifier
Non-Construction 0 Non-Construction 08CH0020
5.APPLICANT INFORMATION
Legal Name: Organizational Una:
Weld County Division of Human Services 'amity Educational Network of Weld County
Address(gve cry.county,State, and zip code): Name and telepnene number of person to be xntacted cn maters involving
1551 N 17th Avenue this appiication(g've area code)
P.O. Box 1805 _ 353-3800
Greele.y CO 80632 (970)
6.EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER(E)N): 7.TYPE OF APPLICANT:(enter appropriate letter in box)
88 s4 ! —i6 t 0i d 01811 '3
A.State H.Independent School Dist.
8.TYPE OF APPLICATION: B.County I.State Controlled Institution of Higher Learning
0New ❑Continuation
®Revision C.Municipal J. Private University
O.Township K Indian Trine
If Revision,enter appropriate letter(s)in box(es) E.Interstate L. Individual
F.Intermunicipal M. Profit Organization
A.increase Award B. Decrease Award C.Increase Duration G. Special District N.Other(Specify)
D. Decrease Duration Other(spec/y):
9.NAME OF FEDERAL AGENCY:
Head Start Expansion DHHS/ACF/ACYF/Head Start
10.CATALOG OF FEDERAL DOMESTIC ASSISTANCE NUMBER: 11.DESCRIPTIVE TITLE OF APPLICANT'S PROJECT;
71--1_ 6 101 0 Head Start Expansion
PY 01
TITLE: (lead Start Basic, T&TA 6, Setup
12.AREAS AFFECTED BY PROJECT(Cities, Counties, States, etc.):
Weld County, Colorado
13.PROPOSED PROJECT 14.CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICTS OF:
Start Date Ending Date a.Applicant lb. Prote�
1 /1/01 1/31/01 f
15.ESTIMATED FUNDING: •16.IS APPLICATION SUBJECT TO REVIEW BY STATE EXECUTIVE
ORDER 12372 PROCESS?
a. Federal S al
1,60, 1 1 q a.YES. THIS PREAPPLICATION/APPLICATION WAS MADE
b.Applicant S .°6 AVAILABLE TO THE STATE EXECUTIVE ORDER 12372
40,030 PROCESS FOR REVIEW ON:
c.Stale $ m
DATE
d. Local S txi
b.No. D PROGRAM IS NOT COVERED BY E.O. 12372
e.Other S °c ❑OR PROGRAM HAS NOT BEEN SELECTED BY STATE
FOR REVIEW
1. Program Income $ O0
17.IS THE APPLICANT DELINQUENT ON ANY FEDERAL DEBT?
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g.TOTAL S 200, 149 ' O Yes if"Yes,"attach an explanation. •a No
18.TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF.ALI.DATA IN THIS APPUCAT1ON/PREAPPUCATION ARE TRUE AND CORRECT,THE
DOCUMENT HAS BEEN DULY AUTHORIZED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE APPLICANT AND THE APPLICANT WILL COMPLY WITH THE
ATTACHED ASSURANCES IF THE ASSISTANCE IS AWARDED.
a.Type Name of Authonzed Representative b. Title c.Telephone Number
3arbara J. Kirkmeyev Chairperson, B,�azd of County ('.nmmi i r,r1Qr (970) 356-4000
d.Si ature Authonzed epr ntativ • e. Date Signed
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P evious Edition Usable Stancard Form 424(Rev.7.97)
Authorized for Local Reproduction Prescribed by OMB Circular A-102
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BUDGET INFORMATION - Non-Construction Programs OMB Approval No 0348-0044
SEC ION A -BUDGET SUMMARY
Grant Program Catalog of Federal Estimated Urlobligated Funds New or Revised Budget
Function Domestic Assistance
or Activity Number Federal Non-Federal Federal Non-Federal Total
(al (b) _ (c) _ (d) (e) t (g)s $ $ $ $
1. PA 22 93.600 143,019 35755 178,774
2. PA 20 93.600 2,100 525 275
3• Start-up 93.600 • 15,000 3,750 18,750
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I$ $ s $ $
5. Totals _ 160,119 40,030 2001149
SECTIPN B-BUDGET CATEGORIES ..:: :.::: ..:.:". : ' :::..".4M.'.
GRANT PROGRAM.FUNCTION OR ACTIVITY Total
6. Object Class Categories
it) PA 22 2) PA 20 11 0therJUSDA 4) Start-U 15)
$ $ $ $ $
a. Personnel 79,118 70 163 L49 281
b. Fringe Benefits 18,031
I .- 15,910 33,941
c.Travel 2,862 2,538 5,400
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d. Equipment
e. Supplies 6-360 5�b4D 1 5.A9n 2 7900 da
I. Contractual 8,268 7,332 15,600
g. Construction
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h. Other 28,380 2,100 40,167 7O647
I. Total Direct Charges (sum of 6a-6h)
j. Indirect Chargesll
lc. TOTALS {sum of 6l+and 6j) s $ s $ S
143,019 2,100 141,750 15,000 301 .869
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7. Program Income $ $ $ $ $
Auth rized for Local Reproduction Slandard Form 424A(Rev.7-97)
Ptevlous Edition Usable Prescribed by OMB Circular A-102
SECTION C-NON-FEDERAL RESOURCES .: . .::::: , ,sM.;?. . . •!. .. . 6
(a) Grant Program (b)Applicant (c) State (d)Other Sources (e)TOTALS
8. PA 22 $ 35,755 $ $ $ 35,755
9• PA 20 • 525 525
10. Start—Up 3,750 3,750
' 11.
12.TOTAL (sum of 8-11) $ 40.030 $ $ $ 40,030
SECTION O-FORECASTED CASH NEEDS •w :,
Total for 1st Year 1st Quarter 2nd Quarter 3rd Quarter 4th Quarter
13.Federal
$ 160,119 40,030 40,030 ; 40,030 $ 40,030
14. Non-Federal 40,030 10,008 10,008 10,008 10,008
15. TOTAL(sum of lines 13 and 14) S 200, 149 $ 50,038 $ 50,038 $ 50,038 $ 50,038
SECTION E-BUDGET ESTIMATES OF FEDERAL FUNDS NEEDED FOR BALANCE OP THE PROJECT _ . r
(a) Grant Program FUTURE FUNDING PERIODS(Years)
(b) First (c) Second (d)Third (e)Fourth
16. $ $ $ $
• 160,119 166,519 173,180 180,107
17.
18.
19.
20.TOTAL (sum of lines 16-19) $ 160,119 $ 166,519 $ 173,180 $ 180,107
. SECTION F-:OTHER BUDGET INFORMATION KAY ..............................................................
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21. Direct Charges: 22, Indirect Charges:
23. Remarks:
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FAMILY EDUCATIONAL NETWORK OF WELD COUNTY
BUDGET NARRATIVE
HEAD START EXPANSION
Program Year 2000
Personnel: $79,118.00 -HS $70,163-Other $149,281-Total
Pays for staff gross salaries for nine months.
Service Coordinator 1 FTE $25,239.00 (Island Grove)
Teacher 2 FTE 48,488.00 (Dos Rios & Frederick)
Teacher Assist 3 FTE 50,456.00(Island Grove, Dos Rios
& Frederick)
Lunch Aide 2.55 FTE 25,098.00 (Dos Rios & Frederick)
Fringe Benefits: $18,031.00-HS $15,910.00-Other $33,941.00-Total
Pays for fringe benefits for regular employees at the following rates:
• FICA .0620 x salary
• Medicare .0145 x salary
• Disability .0051 x salary
• Life Insurance .00029 x 3 x salary
• Retirement .06 x salary
• Worker's Compensation .0068 x Teacher's salaries
.0916 x Aides' salaries
.0049 x Admin. Staff salaries
• Health & Dental $1,855/staff/year
(Retirement, disability, and life insurance are only available to full-time employees.)
Staff Travel: $2,862.00-HS $2,538.00-Other $5,400.00-Total
Pays for staff to attend Regional, National Conferences and other out-of state
conferences, related to job performance.
Supplies: $6,360.00-HS $5,640.00-Other $12,000.00-Total
Pays for consumable classroom supplies to include teaching materials,construction
paper, paint, etc., also pays for replacement costs associated with wear and tear
of books, manipulatives, etc., and cleaning supplies. We provide Medical/Dental
supplies that include first aide kits, toothbrushes and other necessary medical
equipment. We also provide kitchen supplies that include plated, thermometers.
We also pay for any special equipment necessary to adapt to children with
disabilities within this line item, i.e., special spoons, chairs, etc. We also include
the costs of consumable office supplies in this line item. The budget amount for this
proposal was based on historical costs incurred by the FENWC Programs.
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Contractual: $8,268.00-HS $7,332.00-Other $15,600.00-Total
The contractual line item pays for contractual expenses, for direct services for
children and families, with local physicians, health clinics, North Range Behavioral
Health Center (mental health), dentists, and nutrition contracts.
These costs include (but are not limited to): screenings, medical exams/treatment
by a doctor, dental exams/treatment with a dentist. Mental Assessments and care
for children and families, and training for and consultation with staff. Services for
the additional children will be added onto our current contracts. Again, the costs
were based upon historical costs incurred by the program.
Other: $28,380.00-HS $25,167-Other $53,547.00-Total
Covers the following costs:
Child Liability Insurance-Our insurance is with Fritts Insurance Company, at$3.80
per child.
3.80 x 40 = $152.00
Child Travel - Vehicle Operating Expenses - the Weld County Department of
Transportation will be providing transportation for the children. Charges for this
service are based on the number of miles and the time we are transporting a child.
We include transportation to appointments for children with disabilities enrolled in
the Head Start program. These costs include; driver time, maintenance and repair,
and gas.The cost was figured based upon historical information of the average cost
per child for transportation is $755/year x 40 = $36,000.00.
Field Trips - (Monthly) Includes a trip to the Denver and such local attractions as
the Pumpkin Farm, libraries, etc. $3.00 x 40 x 9 months = $1,080.00.
Local Staff Mileage - Staff mileage is paid at$.305 per mile for staff to travel to the
sites for monitoring and training purposes. We reimburse staff for recruitment of
eligible Head Start participants, home visits, in-state, training, meetings, etc.
Approximately 500 miles per staff member - 3,000 x $.305 = 915.00.
Nutrition and Food - Pays for meal costs not covered by funds received through the
Child Adult Care Food Program for USDA reimbursement for meals, and for the
costs of adult meals for teachers, teacher aides, and volunteers who are participate
in mealtime activities. $15,000.00
Parent Activities - Covers the cost for Parent Meetings and Parent Trainings that
include travel reimbursements and child care costs. $10.00 x 40 = $400.00.
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PA 20 Training and Technical Assistance - This category pays for staff training,
primarily focused on higher education and certification. $2,100 ($350.00 x 6).
Total federal budget Request: $160,119.00. $4,002.00 per child (federal funds),
$1001.00 per child (match contribution), total federal cost per child $5,003.00.
Other funding source (child care money- Department of Social Services) totals
$126,750.00. This is noted on the above budget as other.
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START-UP FUNDS
BUDGET NARRATIVE
Supplies: $15,000.00
Pays for two classrooms to be set up with supplies that include, but are not limited
to: tables, chairs, water tables, shelves, dramatic play equipment, manipulatives,
gross motor equipment(tri-cycles),cubbies, books music supplies and instruments,
and other materials necessary for classroom set-up. These costs again are based
upon historical costs.
IN-KIND CONTRIBUTIONS/NON-FEDERAL MATCH
Volunteer Hours: 3,150 hours x 6.94 = $21,861 .00
Donated Services: $8,000.00
Weld County Donated Indirect Costs: $10,169.00
TOTAL: $40,030.00
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FAMILY EDUCATIONAL NETWORK OF WELD COUNTY
HEAD START EXPANSION PROPOSAL
Project Summary/Abstract
The Family Educational Network of Weld County (FENWC), 1551 North 17 Avenue/P.O.
Box 1805, Greeley, Colorado 80632 provides a comprehensive early childhood education
program, which focuses on early childhood development and provides support to families
within Weld County, Colorado (Region VIII). FENWC's programs are supported by the
Head Start framework. FENWC currently serves 477 Head Start eligible children
(September through mid-June), 250 Migrant Head Start children (June through
September), and 88 State funded eligible children. We are asking to increase our Head
Start enrollment by forty (40) children, targeting monolingual Spanish-speaking, and rural
children for an additional $145,119.00, to our on-going Head Start budget. Start-up costs
will consist of $15,000.00, for classroom supplies and small equipment. FENWC will
receive financial assistance from the Weld County Department of Social Services, Child
Care Assistance Program of$126,829.00, to pay part of the full/day full/year service. The
United States Department of Agriculture, Child Adult Food Care Program will provide
reimbursement of approximately $15,000.00, for food and nutrition services. FENWC will
provide $40,030.00, in matching contributions.
An increase of twenty-five (25), children will occur at two of our centers in the City of
Greeley. Our Dos Rios Center will serve fifteen (15), children using the full/year full/day
option (8:00 - 5:00, M-F). The additional ten (10), children will be incorporated into our
existing double session classrooms at our Island Grove Center to offset the wait list in that
area. The areas served include: Evans, Kersey, Eaton, Ault, and Pierce. Our Frederick
Center will offer full/year full/day services (8:00 - 5:00, M-F)for an additional fifteen (15),
children from the towns of Frederick, Firestone, Dacono, Erie, Mead, and parts of
Platteville. Greeley is in South Central Weld County, while Frederick is in the southern
area of Weld County (see attached map). Services will commence January 1 , 2001 , or
earlier based upon notification of award.
FENWC works with many agencies to identify the needs of families, and determine
eligibility according to funding sources. We individualize programs so that they are
responsive to the needs of each child and family. The following services are available to
families and children through FENWC.
Education Services. Individual Development Plans (IDP's) are implemented to
stimulate social, emotional, motor, and intellectual learning experiences. Self-
reliance, self-esteem and self-confidence are encouraged, thus solid ground work
is established for future educational success.
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Medical/Dental Services. The Health Area works in collaboration with various
agencies and private providers to provide a broad range of medical, dental and
mental health activities. Health and nutrition education is provided to the parents
to promote sound physical and mental child development.
Disabilities Services/Mental Health Services. Children with disabilities are
identified and services are provided for them. Once a child is identified as being
in need of disabilities services, an Individual Education Plan (IEP) is developed
using a multi-disciplinary team approach, which includes parental input. Once the
IEP is developed, appropriate services, resources and supports are provided to
meet the needs of the child and family with the Local Education Agency.
Family/Community Partnerships. Family/Community Partnerships works directly
with various social agencies to obtain needed assistance for families, to provide
them with social services,educational and employment training, and to enable them
to improve the quality and condition of their lives. A Family Partnership Agreement
(FPA) is completed with each family so that they may receive the support,
resources, and services necessary to help them reach the goals they have
established for themselves and their families.
Parent Involvement. Parent Involvement works with parents to promote self-
sufficiency, create a healthy home environment, assist parents to support their
children through their educational careers, and to support program staff to view the
parents as the child's primary educator.
FENWC considers parents an integral part of the total staff. Parent participation
is encouraged in the decision-making process of their children's education, as well
as decisions concerning the overall operation of the program. We support parents
in their role and jointly develop goals for their children.
The Family Educational Network of Weld County (FENWC) is committed to providing at-
risk children and families with a developmentally appropriate,comprehensive program that
will promote self-esteem, foster social-competence, develop independence, and enable
children and families to experience future successes.
Funding for FENWC comes primarily from Federal Grants, Administered by the
Department of Health and Human Services/Administration of Children and Families/Head
Start Bureau. Other funding sources come from the State of Colorado, Colorado
Preschool Program, passed through local school districts. Children may qualify for
services through the following funding sources: The Head Start and Migrant Head Start
Programs, Colorado Preschool Program, School District Special Needs Funds, and
families paying for services. FENWC currently has twelve sites located in Weld County.
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The Department of Human Services (DHS), the umbrella agency for FENWC, is a
comprehensive, integrated human service agency under the Weld County Board of County
Commissioners. The Department of Human Services has served the Weld County
Community as a Community Action Agency since 1978. It is the designated agency under
the Community Services Block Grant. The Department of Human Services has under its
umbrella: The Family Educational of Weld County (Head Start, Migrant Head Start
Programs,and State Funded Early Childhood Education Programs), Employment Services
of Weld County, and the Area Agency on Aging. See Appendices.
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OBJECTIVE AND NEED FOR ASSISTANCE
The Family Educational Network of Weld County (FENWC) is committed to providing low-
income children and families with a developmentally appropriate comprehensive program
to promote self-esteem, social competence, and help children reach educational success.
The Family Educational Network of Weld County works with parents so they may gain the
confidence to work with their children at home, and feel comfortable in a school setting to
support their children. Parents are also enabled to further their own educational and skill
levels, and find employment. They are provided referrals for any support services
needed. Therefore, it may be stated that primary objectives of the Family Educational
Network are to provide the following services to Head Start children to foster a higher
degree of social competence: 1)Medical/Dental/Mental Health Services, 2) Nutritional
Services, 3) Social Services, and 4) Parent Related Services.
The Family Educational Network of Weld County also encourages active parent
involvement in the following manners: 1) Parent Policy Council, 2) in the classroom as paid
volunteers, or observers, 3) volunteers in the component areas, 4) working with children
at home, and 5) taking the lead as the primary educator of their child.
The Family Educational Network of Weld County currently provides Head Start services
to families in Weld County with sites in the following locations:
Greeley - There are seven sites in Greeley, providing services to children living in
Greeley, Evans, Nunn, Ault, Pierce, Eaton, Windsor, Severence, Gill, and Kersey.
Six of the sites are located on elementary school campuses and the seventh is
located in a Section VIII, Housing Complex.
Milliken - Provides services to the towns of Johnstown and Milliken. This site is
located on the Milliken Elementary School campus.
Frederick- Serves the towns and rural areas of Firestone, Frederick, Dacono, Erie,
Mead, and parts of Platteville.
Gilcrest - Enrolls children from the towns and rural areas of Gilcrest and LaSalle.
School District RE-1, provides free space in the elementary school.
Platteville - Expands services for School District RE-1, for families living in
Platteville and the surrounding areas. School District RE-1 provides a classroom
at no cost to the program.
Hudson - Provides services for children in the towns and rural areas of Hudson,
Keenesburg, Prospect Valley and Roggen. These classrooms are also located on
elementary school campus.
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Statistical Data
Weld County Population
There are 32 municipalities in Weld County. Greeley, the principal town in Weld County
is located in the central part of the county and contains approximately 45% of the county's
population. The population density per square mile has increased from 4 people in 1980,
to 31 people in 1990, and is projected to increase to more than 57 by 2010. Approximately
25% of the population resides in an 800 square mile area in the southwestern part of the
county. The population density for this area is approximately 149 people per square mile.
In 1990, 131,812 individuals, four percent of Colorado's population resided in Weld
County. In 1998,Weld County had a population estimate of 167,864, showing an increase
of more than 36,043 in eight years, or an eight-year growth rate of 21%.
Of the 63 counties in Colorado, Weld County ranks eighth in total population, and is the
4`" largest growing county in the state. In fact the County is classified as an urban county
by the Demographic Section of the Colorado Division of Local Government. Weld County
is diverse in that it is an urban county as well as a vital agricultural region.
Ethnic Distribution
White 73.3% Hispanic 24.8% Black/Other 1.9%
Economic/Income Profile •
The most current complete statistics reflect the income levels and profiles from 1998. The
economy has changed from a predominately agricultural economy to a more diversified
economy, including an increase in the service and manufacturing industries. Service
Industries personal income has increased from 9% in 1969, to 25% in 1993, and
manufacturing personal income has increased from 12% in 1969, to 27% in 1998,
Meanwhile, agricultural personal income has decreased from 22% in 1969,to 8% in 1998.
Also, the migrant population has changed dramatically, and the area has seen a decrease
in "mobile-migrants" and an increase in "seasonal-farm workers." With this change we
have seen an increase in monolingual Spanish-speaking children and families.
✓ Weld County Per Capita Income (1999) $16,884.00
✓ Weld County Median Family Income (1999) 35,240.00
✓ Colorado Per Capita Income (1999) 27,027.00
Child Poverty Rate/ Information (Weld County. 1998)
✓ 6,839 children or 18.9%, of Weld County's children live in poverty.
✓ Families receiving TANF Benefits, including "Child Only" cases (200+): 504 (This
number is down from 1,802 in 1993).
✓ Families receiving Medicaid only: 2,284 (This number has increased from 1 ,543,
in 1993.)
✓ Approximately 750 "Seasonal Agricultural Farm Worker" families do not receive
supplemental assistance from the Department of Social Services.
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Unemployment Rate, March 2000 (Labor Force - Weld County - 85,447)
Weld County 3.4%
,/ Greeley 3.5%
✓ Colorado 2.8%
✓ National Average 4.4%
Greeley/Weld County does not have much of an issue with unemployment, however; the
underemployment rate is significant. A recent article published by the Greeley Tribune
revealed that Greeley's wages for comparable positions are well below the state average.
As noted above,the TANF recipient rate has reduced drastically,therefore, demonstrating
the success of Weld County's Welfare to Work programs. Even though the Welfare to
Work Programs have been successful in employing participants, the wages remain low,
as a result; FENWC does not have an issue of decreased eligible families due to newly
found working statuses.
Cost of Living Summary (19991 (the rate of inflation for Weld County for 1999, was 4%, Denver-
2.6%, and the U.S. 1.6%)
The average cost of living for a family of four is $29,808.00 per year. The break out of
costs is as follows:
Rental Housing (3 bedroom house) $730.00
Gas & Electricity 73.00
Phone 21.00
Cable 47.00
Food 541.00
Clothing 36.00
Medical (one office visit) 110.00
Automotive (Insurance, maintenance,
gas & payments) 470.00
Recreation 146.00
Miscellaneous 310.00
Total expenses per month 2,484.00
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Public Education
There are 14 public school districts in Weld County.
District Common Name # of Students # est. 0-5 SPED children
RE-1J St. Vrain Valley 2,840 6
RE-1 Gilcrest 1,937 21
RE-2 Eaton 1,383 9
RE-3J Keenesburg 1,601 22
RE-4 Windsor 2,479 14
RE-5J Johnstown/Milliken 1,618 21
Dist. 6 Greeley/Evans 16,091 206
RE-7 Kersey 1,094 6
RE-8 Ft. Lupton 2,642 22
RE-9 Ault-Highland 884 17
RE-10J Briggsdale 138
RE-11 New Raymer 121
RE-12 Grover 133
Total Student Enrollment 32,961
Total Est. Children(3-4) with Disabilities . . . 244
Total Est. children (0-2) with Disabilities . . . 100
Data gathered by the Goals 2000 Advisory Team on public school student enrollment
reflects the following: 39.5%, of student families qualify for free lunch program as
compared to the State average of 21 .8%, twenty-two point four percent (22.4%), of
students live in single parent households; four point one percent (4.1%), of youth's lack
employment; seven percent (7%), of teen students become pregnant; and 4.7%, of
students drop out.
In 1996, the Colorado Department of Education, Early Childhood Initiatives completed a
comprehensive on site evaluation called the "Community Child Service Review. A team
with representation from around the state organized interviews with over 22 agencies and
facilitated 5 family focus groups throughout Weld County. The following concerns were
identified:
• Families want more inclusive support within their own communities.
• Inclusion is happening on a small scale, but needs to increase.
• Transportation continues to be a barrier that prevents families from accessing
supports, resources and services.
• The language barrier and lack of culturally sensitive professionals have isolated
many families. (48% of the children enrolled in FENWC programs are monolingual
Spanish speaking, and 15%[Z418]of Greeley/Evans District 6 student population
speaks Spanish as their primary language see attached article).
• Weld County has a history of strong interagency and business collaboration.
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• More funding needs to be available to establish consultation and intervention to
meet the needs of the disabled child.
The Greeley Tribune's headline article, Friday, April 7, 2000, was Kids' welfare in Weld
gets worse (attached). According to the Colorado Children's Campaign, reports that for
the second year in a row, Weld County children fare worse than their peers along the Front
Range, according to numbers released this week. In areas including mothers receiving
prenatal care, children in foster care, low birth weights and juveniles arrested for violent
crime, Weld has either stayed the same or gotten worse since 1991 .
Weld County's Interagency Early Child Find Network has seen over 720, children this year
(birth to four), 267 children have been referred to specialized services and 253, were
referred for on-going monitoring of their development, Part C, IDEA, count was 210,
eligible children in need of comprehensive services. There continues to be a lack of
community resources for families not qualifying for Part C, but in need of support, learning
opportunities, and resource management.
These recent Community Assessments and Planning Teams Reports have reinforced the
assumption that despite good interagency collaboration and networking, Weld County still
does not meet the needs of families identified with risking factors.
FENWC, is in involved in many planning and coordinated activities in the community.
These activities include: Weld County Childcare and Youth Supervision Task Force,
Conducting a Community Youth Health Care Needs Assessment in conjunction with the
Children's Clinic and the North Colorado Medical Center, and attending many
coalitions/committees at the local level including:the Immunization Coalition, Weld County
Health Coalition, Early Childhood Advisory Councils for three school districts, Weld County
Capacity Building Grant Advisory Committee, Weld Information and Referrals Services -
Child Care Resource and Referral Agency, Northern Colorado Migrant Coalition, Local
Interagency Coordinating Council/Child Find, Aims Community College Early Childhood
Advisory Council and other local state boards and councils. These groups work at
analyzing gaps and needed services in the community to develop plans by which they can
create services and resources to better meet the demands of the community.
Seven local school districts provide services to preschool children through the Colorado
Preschool Program (CPP). The Family Educational Network of Weld County coordinates
services with three of these school districts. Many of the children served by CPP are Head
Start eligible who are on the wait list and cannot be served in Head Start slots due to the
FENWC/Head Start funding level. If FENWC were to receive the additional forty slots,
forty additional at-risk, three and four year old children would be able to receive services
by CPP, therefore, increasing the capacity of Weld County to serve preschool age
children. As well as increasing the preschool capacity, the ability of school to coordinate
services between district and FENWC will be enhanced.
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The current FENWC Community Assessment/Parent Survey indicated that forty-seven
percent (47%), of FENWC children need extended care. Of that 47%, 69% are cared for
by family and neighbors 18% by family day care homes, while 13% are cared for in large
day care facilities.
There are many child care options for the residents of Weld County. There are currently
thirty-one (31) licensed large day care centers in the county and 390 licensed family day
care homes caring for 2336 children. There is a need for day care for an estimated 4000
children, (50% or more are school age). Ninety percent of the day care settings accept
reimbursement from the Child Care Assistance Programs administered by the Weld
County Department of Social Services.
The site at Frederick has maintained a consistent wait list for Head Start. The wait list has
averaged twenty children consistently, for the past three years. This community has also
constructed a new elementary school due to the rapid increase in population, further
justifying the need for expansion in this area. Our center currently has three extra
classrooms, therefore; we can accommodate fifteen additional children without further
facility costs, using the full/day full/year option.
In Greeley, we have space available to accommodate twenty-five(25) additional children.
Fifteen (15) children will be served at the Dos Rios Center, and ten will be served at our
Island Grove Center, using our current double session model. The wait lists in Greeley
have consistently averaged seventy-five (75) children. Children at our Island Grove
Center will be served four days per week (T-F), using the current double-session model,
with 20 children per session. There will be an additional fifteen (15), children served at
our Dos Rios Center in a full/day full/year option (8:00-5:00, M-F). Transportation will be
offered to all children served at the three aforementioned centers.
Each classroom will have one teacher and one teacher aide for an adult child ratio of 1:8.
The Island Grove Center will have one teacher and two teacher aides in order to maintain
the same adult:child ratio. Every classroom per FENWC policy has at a minimum one
hired adult who speaks Spanish. There is also a Service Coordinator (Center Director) at
each center. We also have a part time teacher/lunch aide in place in order that classroom
staff have necessary breaks. Job descriptions are attached.
In efforts to retain qualified staff, we have a progressive Professional Development Plan
(see appendices) and encourage internal promotion and growth. The salaries and benefit
packages of FENWC are also very competitive in order to retain staff and again encourage
professional growth. Following is a summary of the most current (November 1999) Wage
Comparability Study:
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POSITION FENWC WELD COUNTY ECE FENWC WELD COUNTY
ENTRY PROGRAMS TOP ECE
LEVEL AVERAGE ENTRY SALARY PROGRAMS
SALARY LEVEL SALARY AVERAGE TOP
SALARY
Center
Director/Service $11 .55 $11.72 $13.39 $12.10
Coordinator
Teacher $10.31 $6.92 $11 .94 $9.91
Teacher $7.72 $5.90 $8.93 $6.44
Assistant
A full benefit package is paid to FENWC Employees that includes: Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits, Paid Sick
and Vacation Time, and Flexible Spending Accounts. The vast majority of ECE Programs have limited benefit
packages.
APPROACH
FENWC's mission is to provide children and families with a high quality, comprehensive
program that, promotes self-esteem,fosters social and educational competence,develops
independence, and enables children and families to be lifetime learners, and responsible,
valued members of their community.
New staff will be hired by December 1, 2000, and new staff orientation and training will
commence at such time, so that new staff will be prepared to accept children and families.
New staff orientation covers the Head Start Performance Standards, Program Policies and
Procedures, Colorado Licensing Regulations, and other pertinent information. Training is
provided to all staff on a monthly basis relative to the program and issues that staff have
identified as their training priorities. Staff must also adhere to FENWC's Professional
Development Plan. Financial assistance and other necessary support is provided to staff
so that they may be successful in their professional growth.
Parents will receive remedial, vocational and basic education as well as employment
training to ensure employability. We will continue to recruit non-English speaking
children, due to the increasing need for non-English speaking students to be proficient in
English. Currently, 48% of FENWC Head Start eligible children speak Spanish as their
primary language due to the large agricultural base in the community. If these children
qualify under the Migrant Head Start definition, they will receive services during the
summer months through our Migrant Head Start Program. Also, Migrant Head Start
children whose families wish to remain in the area receive priority enrollment into the
Regional Head Start Program.
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Per current policies of the Family Educational Network of Weld County no child is denied
services based on disability. The Head Start Program will follow this policy and provide
services to eligible children regardless of disability. The Family Educational Network of
Weld County currently coordinates services for children with disabilities with the local
education agencies and the Child Find Agency. If services are not available to children
via these agencies, we will write contracts with additional therapists to ensure that
appropriate services are provided to the child and family. The curriculum (attached) used
in the classrooms reinforces our Mission and is developmentally, linguistically and
culturally appropriate.
The Family Educational Network of Weld County in partnership with Employment Services
of Weld County has installed a wide-area network, which includes adult educational
curricula. Within this model there is computerized educational curricula (GED and ESL,
along with remedial education and computer literacy), at each of our centers. Depending
upon the needs identified on the Family Partnership Agreement, parents can receive
remedial, vocational, and basic education as well as employment training to ensure
employability. We will provide monolingual non-English speaking families with English
as a Second Language classes. Upon mastery in the English language, families can
proceed into remedial and vocational education to promote self-sufficiency and
employability. Adults can achieve the educational level of high school graduation or GED.
Many of our families will move onto vocational or higher education. With an increased
literacy level, it will be possible for parents to continue their education and/or receive
vocational or other training leading to gainful employment and leave the welfare and public
assistance rolls.
The goals of the program are as follow:
1 . Provide comprehensive programs to newly enrolled families that address their
intellectual, social, emotional, and physical needs that will encourage a healthy
environment for the growth and development of the child and family.
2. Implement an immersion program for new families that provides Service
Coordinators to be advocates for the families and assist in obtaining the services
and support necessary to become self-sufficient while providing the family unit with
skills they need to make healthy decisions that promote self-sufficiency.
3. Provide new parents and other family members opportunities to gain skills that
encourage a healthy learning and growing environment for all family members.
The related objectives for the project are as follows:
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Objective #1: To expand Head Start enrollment by forty (40), three and four year olds.
Task Person Responsible Date
Complete
1.1 Identify and recruit (through advertising, employment services, and Director 11/15/00
referral) culturally and socioeconomically sensitive individuals as certified
educators, as specified in the Head Start Performance Standards ( a minimum
of a CDA). Program parents and the community will be involved throughout the
recruitment and hiring process. Hiring practices state that potential employees
will not be discriminated against due to sex, race, disability, etc.
1 .2 Disseminate availability and purpose of Head Start to local agencies, Family/Community 10/15/00
churches, health clinics, employment resource and training programs, and Partnership Specialist
through neighborhood venues.
1 .3 Recruit eligible families, including families with children with disabilities. Family/Community 12/15/00
Children will be recruited by referral from the Department of Social Services Partnership Specialist
(TANF Participants), the local hospital, Child Find Agency (Part C), school
districts, physicians, the local Health Department and Health Clinics, and other
agencies.
1 .4 Enroll eligible children, establish and formalize an on-going caseload of Family/Community 12/15/00
families participating in the program. Partnership Specialist
1.5 Hire staff. Director 12/1/00
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1 .6 Purchase classroom supplies and small equipment. Director 11/1/00
1.7 Train staff, beginning with new employee orientation. Director 12/1/00
on-going
1.8 New Parent Orientation/First day of classes. Director 1/4/01
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Objective #2: Provide on-going family education/literacy opportunities that will equip newly enrolled parents with the
knowledge and skills necessary to raise children who will eventually be contributing community members.
Task Person Completion
Responsible Date
2.1 Expand upon the opportunities which address a variety of issues that impact family Director 1/1/01
life (employment issues, normal development, behavior, medical/dental, nutrition, financial, on-going
literacy, early literacy skills, advocacy/reciprocal skills).
2.2 Encourage and promote the value of family, education, and community through Area 1/1/01
home activities and routines, such as; reading, family time, nutrition, health and safety. Specialists on-going
2.3 Identify and minimize barriers that may prevent newly enrolled families from Service 2/1/01
attending and actively participating in employment and educational/literacy opportunities Coordinator on-going
and community activities (transportation, child care, etc.).
2.4 Refer newly enrolled families to appropriate educational/literacy programs and Service 2/1/01
assist in the enrollment process is necessary. Coordinator on-going
2.5 Follow-up on progress. Service 3/1/01
Coordinator on-going
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Objective #3: Provide on-going resource/service coordination to newly enrolled families that will increase their abilities to
access comprehensive community resources and services.
Task Person Completion
Responsible Date
3.1 Train, supervise and support the Service Coordinators to increase their knowledge Family/Cmty 12/15/00
and skills in resource/service coordination and advocacy for children and families. Partnership on-going
Specialist
3.2 Strengthen relationships, which will accommodate additional families, with Director 11/1/00
agencies, business, and community resources that support and provide services to on-going
families.
3.3 Maintain a comprehensive listing of family and community services, resources and Family/Cmty 11/1/00
supports within each community of Weld County. Partnership on-going
Specialist
3.4 Increase parent awareness regarding availability of community resources and Service 1/4/01
support them through agency/system processes. Coordinator on-going
3.5 Initiate and develop a Family Partnership Agreement (FPA) for all newly enrolled Service 2/1/01
families. Coordinator
3.6 Implement and secure needed services for each newly enrolled family. Service 2/1/01
Coordinator on-going
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Objective#4: Continue partnerships, on behalf of newly enrolled families,with local Early Childhood Education Agencies and
Local Education Agencies to assure smooth transitions from early childhood programs into Head Start and from Head Start
into kindergarten based on the individualized needs.
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Task Person Completion
Responsible Date
4.1 Plan and implement a systematic approach to transition families with children with Disabilities 12/1/00-HS
disabilities into appropriate placements for Head Start and Kindergarten entrance. Specialist 5/31/01-K
4.2 Conduct periodic information sharing times to assure all providers have current Director 11/1/00 &
knowledge of service delivery systems within a variety of agencies and can support quarterly
families.
4.3 Expand arrangements that will accommodate additional children with elementary Director 11/1/00
schools and agencies and will enhance transition services into the Head Start Program
and Kindergarten.
4.3 Provide training to parents on transitional activities and behaviors to assist their Education 4/30/01
child's transition from the preschool to the public school system or from the early Specialist on-going
childhood program into Head Start.
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Objective#5.Provide comprehensive screening and evaluations of children that include developmental (Denver II), medical,
hearing and vision components, and appropriate intervention supports that meet the needs of the child and family, and
provide necessary on-going services.
Task Person Completion
Responsible Date
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5.1 Continue coordinating screenings and assessments with the existing county wide Disabilities 11/15/00
child find system to ensure newly enrolled students are promptly placed. Specialist on-going
5.2 Assure that there is a Service Coordinator to assist families in navigating systems Family/Cmty 12/1/00
and agencies. Partnership on-going
Specialist
5.3 Provide necessary support including transportation and child care to ensure Family/Cmty 11/1/00
families will attend all scheduled appointments, evaluations, and follow-up their child may Partnership on-going
need. Specialist
5.4 Provide specialized consultation and direct therapeutic intervention services to Disabilities 2/1/01
children requiring services as indicated on an Individual Education Plan (IEP). The IEP Specialist on-going
will be developed using the multi-disciplinary team approach that includes parents.
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Objective#6: Provide and support the health needs of the newly enrolled children and families, including prenatal, well baby
care, diagnosis, treatment, immunizations, nutrition and preventive health care.
Task Person Completion
Responsible Date
6.1 Identify health care and nutrition resources within the community and develop a Health 10/31/00
health care resource list. Specialist
6.2 Include health care and nutrition needs on the family's Family Partnership Service 2/1/01
Agreement (FPA). Coordinator
6.3 Establish medical homes for the families, as needed. Health 2/1/01
Specialist
6.4 Ensure follow-up services for the family, and provide assistance for any issues that Service 2/1/01
may inhibit them from following through with treatment, i.e., transportation, and child care. Coordinator on-going
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Objective#7: Enhance the sense of community through immersion of staff and families into community based activities that
will create a strong relationship between the Head Start Program and the community to meet the needs of expanded
enrollment.
Task Person Completion
Responsible Date
7.1 Identify community based agencies, businesses, services, and natural supports Director 11/30/01
that exist in the area. on-going
7.2 Identify shared goals, services, and visions. Family/Cmty 11/30/01
Partnership on-going
Specialist
7.3 Develop potential partnerships and plans that will support and strengthen Director 11/30/00
community involvement and strengthen existing partnerships. on-going
7.4 Integrate key staff and parents into community committees of networks that share a Director 2/1/01
vision for supporting families. on-going
7.5 Develop local networks in areas with limited resources of family service providers, Director 2/1/01
businesses and community members to promote and support activities for families. on-going
7.6 Involve the program in strategic planning within the various networks, committees Director 11/30/00
and coalitions to develop a community vision for services relative to children and families.
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A brief description of each core service with developed partnerships that have been
formed to meet the aforementioned objectives is as follows:
• Resource/Service Coordination will assist in the development of a comprehensive
Family Partnership Agreement (FPA) for each family that reflects the family's
individual strengths, needs, priorities and goals. There will be one Service
Coordinator per 60 families (maximum). They will be assisted with the supports of
the Specialist Management Team.
• Education In Early Childhood Growth and Development will be provided by FENWC
and other local parent and family educational agencies, such as Aims Community
College, Child Advocacy Resource and Education, Family Connects (the Part C
agency), Board of Cooperative Educational Services (LEA), and North Range
Behavioral Health Services. The areas of adult education will include, but not be
limited to: Infant Stimulation, Child Development, Behavior Management, Home
Safety, Language Stimulation, and The Importance of Play.
• Health Care and Education for families and children will be coordinated with public
and private health care providers, such as; Plan de Salud del Valle Community
Health Center, Sunrise Community Health Center,Weld County Health Department,
North Colorado Medical Center, Monforts Children's Clinic, and local doctors and
dentists. The emphasis of care will be on the importance of prevention. Services
will include yearly physical examinations, immunizations for the children, dental
examinations, developmental screenings, etc.
• Nutritional Services for children and families will be provided for by referrals to the
Food Stamp Program; Food Program for Women, Infants,and Children (WIC); and
The Commodity and Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). An important piece of
the nutritional services will be nutrition counseling which will be integrated through
home visits, parent activities, and classroom experiences. Children will receive
nutritious meals in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards, and the
USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program. Contracts currently exist with local
school districts for meal service. FENWC also has on staff a nutritionist.
• Mental Health Services and assessments will be provided with North Range
Behavioral Health Center, via contracted services. Counseling and therapy will be
available and offered to the families as deemed appropriate by the mental health
care giver and the clients case manager. Services that are available, but not limited
to are: individual, family, and group therapy; substance abuse care; and support
groups. The Family Educational Network of Weld currently holds a contract (40
hours per week) for their Head Start and Migrant Head Start Programs. Mental
health (self-esteem) issues will be integrated throughout the curriculum, and a
mental health professional is regularly scheduled in the classrooms to provide
support to the children, families and educational staff.
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• Employment services ,employment counseling, vocational training and education
will occur through existing partnerships with Employment Services of Weld County,
and Aims Community College. All employment and training programs will follow
established federal, state and local standards. Employment services also may
include a battery of employment and training assessments such as General
Aptitude Test Battery(GAT-B)which provides a complete assessment of aptitudes,
abilities, skills and interests. A short and long range plan will be developed to
assist the family member develop strategies to reach their goals.
• Family Literacy/Education and Remediation is strongly encouraged for all parents
who lack a GED or the basic skills for employment. Participants lacking a high
school education can be enrolled in GED/ABE classes or remediation activities.
These will be provided by the FENWC Literacy in Technology Program. FENWC
has implemented a Wide Area Network literacy project. This system includes
computerized adult literacy programs and General Education Diploma (GED)
programs, at all twelve of our sites. Families may go to one of our neighborhood
centers and complete course work. Assessments and testing are coordinated with
Employment Services of Weld County,Aims Community College,and the University
of Northern Colorado. Families that are not comfortable with technological learning
will be referred to programs such as Right to Read, Aims Community College, and
other agencies providing literacy programs.
• Management of Information is also incorporated into FENWC's technological
system. We are utilizing the HSFIS system. This system has been installed, on our
Wide Area Network and each remote location can add and access information
pertinent to their families and children. This system enables our program to have
minute to minute updates regarding the status of families and issues in our
program. E-mail is also available at each site.
• Supportive Services are available to assist families participate successfully in
programs identified on the Family Partnership Agreement. These services include,
but are not limited to, assistance with child care and transportation. The
Department of Human Services operates a county-wide transportation system that
will be at the disposal of all families participating in the program.
• Services for Children with Disabilities (a minimum of 10% of our enrollment
opportunities are for children with disabilities) and Transitional Services (for typical
children, as well as children with disabilities) are coordinated with the Local
Education Agencies (LEA's), including Part C. LEA's provide direct therapeutic
services to children on-site, in their classrooms. LEA's provide training and
consultation to parents and staff. The LEA is engaged in regular lesson planning
with our teachers to ensure that the child's individual needs are included. FENWC
works with schools to develop transitional plans for children entering kindergarten.
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• Professional Development is provided to staff in conjunction with Aims Community
College. Currently, many staff are enrolled in college level courses and receive
college credits toward the completion of an Associate Degree. Aims Community
College has worked with FENWC to establish a program that meets CDA
standards. In a recent development,the National Office of Head Start has reviewed
the criteria and course work established by Aims and determined that our program
can use the ECE Certificate from Aims Community College in lieu of the CDA, as
the minimum teacher requirement. Their certificate meets all of the criteria of the
CDA, therefore; saving our program$350.00,for each CDA Assessment. This plan
will also, help us exceed the 2003 minimum standard of having 50% of teaching
staff certified with a minimum of an Associates Degree.
All of the activities and services discussed are appropriate to meet the individual needs
of the family to support the realization of their family goals. All of the services offered to
families are available to families in Spanish as well as English. Our most current program
review (February, 1999), noted as a strength our multi-cultural/lingual skills and
environment. The Head Start model and philosophy is the fundamental guiding principle
that ensures comprehensive child and parent development programs.
The classrooms maintain a child:adult ratio of 8:1 , at all times. Our full/day, full/year
classrooms will have no more than fifteen enrolled with two(2) adults (one certified teacher
and one teacher assistant), and our double session classroom will have an enrollment of
twenty (20), children with three adults (one certified teacher and two assistants).
Upon acceptance of this proposal all children can be recruited and enrolled into the
program by December 15, 2000 to start January 4, 2001. Children are accepted based
on the following priorities: 1) income and age eligibility (lower incomes/hardships first), 2)
referrals from Child Protection, 3) children with disabilities, or 4) monolingual Spanish
speaking children, and 5) children scoring low on their developmental screening, or having
health concerns. An Application Approval Board meets one time per month to approve
applications and ensure that the neediest of the needy are accepted, and that all
applications are complete with the required elements. The Approval Board consists (at a
minimum) of the Family/Community Partnership Specialist, one Service Coordinator, at
least one parent, the Health Specialist, and the Disability Services Specialist. A minimum
of ten percent (10%), of enrollment opportunities are reserved for children with disabilities.
Beyond adhering to the minimum rules and regulations that have been established by
HHS/ACF/Head Start Performance Standards, FENWC also adheres to the
Developmentally Appropriate Practices For Children Birth Through Age 8, established by
the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC); the Colorado
Department of Human Services, Office of Child Care Services, Licensing Standards (all
of our centers are licensed). Currently, nine of our twelve centers are NAEYC Accredited.
The remaining three will be accredited by May 2001.
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The teachers and staff employed will meet at a minimum the qualifications recognized by
the Department of Health and Human Services/ACF/Head Start Bureau (see attached
Position Descriptions). Teachers will have the minimum qualification of the CDA or
equivalent, preferably an AA in Early Childhood Education. Additional classroom staff will
meet the minimum requirements established by the State of Colorado Department of
Human Services licensing requirements. All classrooms will be staffed with a minimum of
one person fluent in the primary language of the child and be culturally sensitive.
Training needs will be identified for each employee, documented and tracked through their
performance appraisal. Once the supervisor has approved the training plan it will go to
the Career Development Council for approval so that financial support may be provided
to the employee. The Family Educational Network of Weld County has always promoted
and supported professional growth and development of its employees. The Professional
Development Plan is attached.
Parents will be involved at the center level as volunteers, observers, and as members of
the Center Committee that elects members to the Head Start Parent Policy Council. The
Center Committees are involved directly in program planning and makes recommendations
to the Parent Policy Council for approval and ratification. (See appendices for Policy
Council approval of this proposal). All parent meetings and trainings are scheduled to be
convened at times that meet parent/family needs.
The responsibilities of the Parent Policy Council will include, but not be limited to:
a) assistance in the coordination and development of services where gaps
exist;
b) monitor fiscal and client activity;
c) on-going monitoring and evaluation;
d) act as a liaison to the community to represent the program on community
boards, task forces, etc.;
e) approve program policy, hiring and firing; and
f) actively participate in program planning.
ORGANIZATIONAL CAPACITY
The Family Educational Network of Weld County (FENWC)as mentioned is engrossed in
community activities relative to children and family. As well as operating Early Childhood
Educational programs, FENWC has also operated programs funded by the local
Department of Social Services, Family Preservation, and a training grant secured in
cooperation with the local community college.
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The Division of Human Services (see appendices for organizational charts), because of
its unique comprehensive nature, should be considered a strong candidate for the receipt
of this grant. As mentioned under the umbrella agency, there exist adult and youth
employment, education and remediation programs, early childhood and family programs,
and programs for the aging population. As well as, having many pieces in place to carry
out the services stipulated in this grant, The Department of Human Services has the
linkages within the community to accelerate participant progress. With the linkages of this
organization, the Head Start Program has the ability to identify gaps, and strengthen
collaborative efforts within Weld County, and to work with families in need or at risk of
being in need.
The Department of Human Services has developed a favorable reputation within local,
state and federal circles for its ability to administer creative programs that have proven to
be successful. Many programs under the auspices of The Department of Human Services
are and have been considered model programs because of their effectiveness and high
quality.
The Department of Human Services, Family Educational Network of Weld County has
operated the Head Start Program since 1974. Since its inception, it has grown from
serving 85 children yearly to serving 477 Head Start eligible children in 1999, 386 eligible
Migrant Head Start children (serving infants and toddlers as well as preschoolers), and 88
state funded preschool children. With all programs in place, FENWC now provides
services to more than 950 children and families per year. In addition, FENWC currently
has in place the structures and linkages, which when expanded and augmented by this
proposal, will be able to provide quality services while minimizing start up and
administrative costs.
Due to the diversity of funding streams found within the Weld County Department of
Human Services, there are mechanisms in place to monitor, track and allocate multiple
funding streams. Included in the appendices is our Cost Allocation Plan that discusses
the agency's process of fund allocation, and Federal audit review. Having the Weld
County Board of County Commissioners as our grantee also assures that funds will be
spent accordingly. Weld County's policies and procedures regarding procurement and
fund expenditures have many safeguards in place to assure that funds are spent
appropriately.
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JTPA Youth Programs . Peer Counseling �,—__0.1 __q�
Special , Summer Youth Program •
Meals on Wheels• ; Policy Council
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Dislocated Workers I Senior Choice
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Programs : AmeriCorps ' Hispanic Outreach Parent Training Parent
Youth Crime Prevention and lnlervenlrorr ' Home Health Care ' Volunteers Involvement
Family Support Program . Attorney Supervision Parent Advocacy
Summer of Service UHC-Senior Meats .. ._ __,..
FENWC Organizational Chart
Executive Director
Policy Council
Director of Development-- Director of Operations
Center Committee
Specialists
Health, Disabilities, Education, Office Manager Service Coordinators Area Manager(MHS)
Family Partnerships
Specialists Technicians Office Technicians Teachers Service Coordinators
Teacher Assistants/Aides Teachers
Teacher Assistants/Aides
FAMILY EDUCATIONAL NETWORK OF WELD COUNTY
CENTER ENROLLMENT INFORMATION
HEAD START
CENTER TOTAL HEAD CPP
START
*Billie Martinez Head Start Funded Enrollment: 477
341 14 Avenue 60 60 Colorado Preschool Project: 85
Greeley 17% Enrolled with Disabilities.
*Centennial All centers are double session
1400 37 Street 60 60 fifteen children per classroom.
Evans
*Dos Rios Minimum Adult:Student Ratio is 8:1.
2201 34 Street 30 30
Evans
**East Memorial All centers are licensed by the State of
614 E 20 Street 60 60 Colorado, Department of Human
Greeley Services, Child Care Division.
*Jefferson *Are NAEYC Accredited.
1315 4 Avenue 60 60 **Are currently working toward NAEYC
Greeley Accreditation.
*Madison All centers with the exception of Frederick
500 24 Avenue 60 60 and Island Grove are located on public
Greeley school campuses.
**Island Grove All staff meet the minimum qualifications
119 14 Avenue 30 30 for their position.
Greeley
*Frederick All centers have active Parent
340 Maple 30 30 Committees with representation in Parent
Frederick Policy Council.
*Hudson
300 Beach 60 32 28
Hudson
*Gilcrest
1175 Birch 30 6 24
Gilcrest
*Platteville
1202 Main 30 6 24
Platteville
**Milliken 43 HS
300 Broad Street 60 8 Paid 9
Milliken
TOTAL 570 485 85
NEWS ARTICLES
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CHILDREN
During the same seven-year pe- H WO TO CALL Welfare of Colorado
riod on the children's campaign re-
port card, other Front Range Childress
To get a copy of the Colorado
counties made significant improve- Weld County
Childrt)n' Campaign report ciSrd, Below the the percentage Omar.tw the
ments.
Children's Campaign call 12031 839-1580.Fleporfe are wellere of child'en In Wld aaunlytrent
available for 315. 1991-1998.
' staff point to Denver County — Percentage
with a population of u500,000 and '� �`® COUNTY otktds n
27,000 children living in poverty 20-
•• —as inspiration for others. Num- ,;a 12.6 percent of babies were
• bets there have improved signifi-, born to unmarried women under 16 •
-
' candy in births to single moms,' age 25 who hadn't graduated ' 4
mothers receiving prenatal care, from high school.That statistic in- F I I
low birth weights and deaths of. has Increased 19 percent since
• children. 1991. 5 c CO
.• "If Denver,with its diverse pop-i ■ One sign of hope is Weld
,. ulation,can improve,then counties• County's declining teen birth rata. w m m
• like Weld csrn,too"O'Brieb said. in 1988;38.3 per'1,Oo0.teerte"" 5 . i
• Some Greeley area agencies and age 15-18 had babies.Vienne' , g +
• organizations use the numbers to has gone down percent:: -to - ,a
gauge how they're doing, After since 1991.. . ' -16_ n 5 ' 't
looking at this year's report,some _
people's hearts fell in disappoint- sues!"said Mark Wallarle,director T i
o ,_
me It's hard to look at soma of the of the Weld County Department of ColowMo
Public Health and Environment. Below are the percenteye cMr,gqes for the
numbers because you want to see welfare of children In Colorado tro,n 1991-
ue get better, not worse' said "Weld County is unique in that so 19148
[ niany people are working together
Owen Schooley,executive director on this stuff. So you can't blame oBklde`aBe
of Child Advocacy Resource Eda- the community for a lack pf re- 5a
cation,an agency based in Greeley, d s
see. 1
° "It's not that the resources to im- qa , , '"
prove things don't exist. It, that But if the community is re-
sponding,why'are the numbers get- 30'' f,
the programs aren't big-fpuugh, tang:'worse7' Community leaders a s7 t
' and we can only do so much." have different theories. ,20 = P hi 1
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a
• Children's Campaign conducted a reachingremote areas ltas.aiwa s n
community meeting in Weld Coun- been a roblem here;'3ohoole' 14' t ca
• ty to discuss the numbers and what said. "Most of the agencies are t'io' 8 ,i b o
could he done to improve them. based in Greeley, and they just g
About 15 people, many of them don't have the money or resources '. -2o. g
community leaders,showed up at to travel every-whese." s .. 1
the meeting.O'Brien said. 'the size of a county doesn't nec- `30
"The overriding attitude l head essarily mean doom, though. Las . . 4.-4 I
was, 'It's the parents' fault,' Animas County, another large "
• O'Brien said."People didn't think county,also has watched its.nom-nom- a°,edek re`t",,�tqbr�aree nS grab,,,lled,,'"",
they could really do anything more hers on the Colorado Children's Mph school end-A0 ere under the apeof 15
to help.We walked out of the meet- Campaign report card get worse source:MOO ro,scowri Jessie.*atuiit
ing shaking our heads. through the yeats. But Moffat incofo,dot Colorado GseekyrMiue*
"We.'re only useful inconimuni- County in extreme northwestern cfMdpnvcamyiipn
•ties that feel like they can do sonic- Colorado has improved 3040 per- available? Do they live too €al
thing. If people are only going to cent in five areas. . away to get it? Are there areas o
point fingers of blame,then noth Many Weld County agencies Weld Canny That at'e ignored?-'
ing is going to happen." have bilingual services, so you Wallace.said he's committed'ti
• But Weld County has a number can-t blame the numbers..on.a Ian- answeriiI hose.rluesrions.
: of agencies that act as advocates guage barrier between-those who "i watitlis,to he looking at!hest
for children.The United Way alone offer help and those who'need it, numbers,"' he said: "Obvious':
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nday,January 16,2000 GREELEY lColo.l TRIBUNE A7
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Out to lunch Free and reduced I:aatabes
HISPANICS Percentage of students on free or reduceed lunches for 1999-2000 Percentage of students on tree and reduced
lunches it C4redsy-Evaw Sdmd Maria a
Oteeley-Evens i
45
cries because of a booming coon- not getting enough ESL time;'Milian master English more easily than be- School District 6 _ -
iy that has kept unemployment rel- added. ing smattered with English for seven Peuuxtre R-1 I - 40
very low. But the UNC professor was hesi- hours a day, r as
Steen while.the dilemma facing toot to criticize District 6 for using "We do have some amazing kids Fist.jiV� r'-' f� ao
!strict his how on help Hispanic Stu- ESL,which costs about SI million a in here."Gallegos said"About 100 t-1 F 'MU ,�
rats.runny of whom are Spanish- year and is funded by the district's percent of them are bilingual and ' hompson 2s
eakers, assimilate and become general fund. that's one skill they can take with R-2J ._r p
erate in English. "They're really trying hard,"Mil- them for the rest of their lives." 0 5 15 20 25 30 35 40 as 50 1s
More than 2.1511 students.or near- ian said of District 6's efforts to teach Milian and Gallegos like the Dis- to
15 percent of all students inDistrict non-English speaking student,. trim 6 dual-language program be- Ethnic breakdown s
are char<ifued as Limited English "They wrote a Title VII gram four cause it maintains cultural identity is end white ragthey Yago. positive pSpanish-speaking nee Populations ot1 students 1999.2000
roficient,meaning curt read earsThat'sarwlste . among students 0
rite or speak English effectively. The federal grant Milian referred and fosters bilingualism—an oh- Htapanie White Total students 1 1996 1967 1e99 19ea
lost of those LEP students are His- to is also known as the Improving scure quality among Americans—
1ntc.More then 30 percent of all America's School Act,which pro- trot can translate into jobs atter high Glcetey-Evans.6616ibt D3tiin 6 afs9lt -550'11 Nt,66'f,-. District 6 pOplaiation
is panic students enrolled in District vides funding for bilingual programs. school and college. Padre R-1 n Fort Corns 11.1% 83.5% 23,406
P .. _ Hispanic and white popuWion of swamis n
ale LEP students—up from 15.5 Far the past two years.District 6 has 'The purpose of using bilingual St Vmrn-Velley Fla-111 in Longmont 20.4% - t5:9w ' ;2311 Greasy-Ewan School pWkl e
rcent n1 1995. used bilingual.dual-language pro- education is as a means to teach Ens Thompson R-2J in Loveland-Berthoud 9.b% 67.2% 14,390
NtstieNo Wtste Taal
Sr far,the district provides Ent- grams at four elementary schools— lish and the Spanish-speaking studenr - -• — stWen4
sir as a Second Language and bilin- a much better approach than ESL in continues to be bilingual." Milian Garda said the district has no inten- unue in bilingual education. 1999.2090 41.5% 55.4% 14.857
gal or dual-language programs, teaching non-English speaking stn- said."Most peoplesvhodisagree with uon of dumping its dual-language Garcia said tbe district is already 1999.1099 ants. 57.2. 14.900
'Filch are designed to help Spanish- dents,Milian said this concept don i t understand time is Program preparing itself for shortages.As 1997.1995 38.4% yes% 14.506
peaking students make a transition Although the programs vary an ESL component to any bilingual "As long as our test scores and teachers leave the four elementary 1996-1997 37.9% 55.7. 54.089
t English more smoothly. slight].)from one school to another, program to get students to speak Eng_ other indicators show us that our Stu- schools with dual language pro- 1994t996 s1.7% 63.2% Ara
ESL programs are in "every District 6's bilingual programs set out lish. dents are being more successful.I'd grams in District 6,they might be 19901991 'ads% 07.4% 11,662
clloul that needs that support." to teach students in English and Span- "The bilingual program is really imagine it would be hard to get rid of replaced with bilingual teachers to 1960-1800 27.7% 75.4% 113,5213
..aiso said.while bilingual programs. ishTeacherssplitthetimeleetween something that needs to be con tinucd the program,"said Garciawhoaokled allow the bilingual program t0 1979'1880 259% 727% 1o,3e7
rhich are funded by.close to instructing in English and Spanish to otherwise you won't know if it's ef- that once the grant expires,money for eventually expand to a kinder- to bean. have Title I programs
;500.000 in federal grants, are in the 731 students in the program at incline.You won't see results in two the Program would come from Dis- garter-through-fifth-grade effort. in Dl at They af the elementary
Axe at Jefferson,Billie Martinez, Jefferson.Martinez.East Memorial years" trics 6's general fund. Even with the district's effort at inhpoc in t half and elementary
Pataso
�a Memorial and Madison eleven- and Madison. And that's the question that eludes But Milian admits there are some
bilingual education, Milian warns said Those rums reads ,Pau
ary schools. 'To hear someone talkie your na- experts:Wilt District 6dccideto fund possible roadblocks.including a era- that the program isn't the only saki- writing and math to students per-
As we get larger amounts of rive tongue gives them confidence bilingual programs when the Title tionwide and state shortage in ESL rion to teaching Spanish-speaking forming at subpar levels in small '
ipanish-speaking students,that cre- and allows them to take risks-Daniel \NI grant mns out in2002?Plans to and bilingual teachers. students. formigroupn in aleprrevrsin
it an issue with English as a Second Gallegos said of first-graders enrolled expand the programs to other schools Currently, kindergarten through She said there must be contact The district also will once again
-an Runge classes and creates more of in the bilingual course he teaches at would depend on the individual needs second grades are provided bilingual with family members of students to offer surnnher rep ding and math
I need to teach ESL,"Parise said. Jefferson.'The chances of learning of schools.Pariso said. programs at Madison,East Memorial help them learn the importance of an temps for all students t0 continue
ESL programs have been widely English is immense when you know "District 6 teens to start thinking and Jefferson.Al Martinez,students education and access to library books teaming in the studentshs.
ised in District 6 for decades.The how to read and write in Spanish be- nhnot how it is going to continue the in kindergarten through fourth grades for student so they can read at home "line bosom lino for tru '. that you
tramp-is to immerse non-English cause you can apply the concepts." program," Milian said. "I think it have access to the dual-language pro- with their parents. may have
:peaking students in English-speak- Gallegos team teaches the first- would be tragic and I'd be disap- gram. "There's a danger in thinking problems with the kids you
n classrooms.Fa 45 minutes to angrade class.He maintains that once pointed if the district abandoned the And the district plans to add a new bilingual education will remedy all of get. but we can't make excuses,"
g Parise said."With greater expecta-
nar each day. ESL students are basic concepts arc learned me s in Stu- ptn knowing its potential." grade each year at the schools so etu- the problems,"Milian said-
olled from their regular classrooms dents'native languages,students can District 6 bilingual director Jorge dents from previous grades can con- District 6 hat taken that statement kids will learn.Period,-hors'there's a greater chance those
tad receive individual instruction in �-
English by a state qualified ESL ` .-.. --.
eacher.
But the ESL approach might not
a the best way to teach Spanish-
peaking students,Milian said.
"The ESL program is the most .
-minion model of education for lino-
ted English proficient students,but
Is not a successful program."Milian
aid."It's the least expensive,and
,on can use a monolingual teacher to_ .
each the program."
Milian blames the program's lock
)(effectiveness on the short time that
aadents are actually pulled from their
:lassrourns to learn from ESLteach-
:rs,who aren't required to converse
a Spanish with students.
She also said that non-English
;peaking students might not tinder.
hand the concepts they're learning in
5nglish because they might not have
towered the language of their native
PROFESSIONAL
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN
REQUIREMENTS:
Lunch Aide
entry level
on-going Work toward High School Diploma/GED, and/or ESL.
On-going Documented professional development as specified on
Performance evaluations and recommended by immediate
Supervisor.
Teacher Assistant
entry level High School Diploma/GED, 1820 hours of experience.
completion of 3rd year CDA, preschool, or equivalent.
completion of 5th year CDA,infant/toddler, or equivalent.
on-going On-going documented professional development as specified
on performance evaluations and recommended by immediate
supervisor.
Teacher
entry level CDA, preschool and infant/toddler, or equivalent.
completion of 5th year Director Certification.
completion of 7th year A.A.S. in ECE.
on-going On-going documented professional development as specified
on performance evaluations and recommended by immediate
supervisor.
Service Coordinator
entry level Director Certification.
completion of 3rd year CDA. Infant/Toddler&Preschool or equivalent.
completion of 5th year A.A.S. in ECE.
on-going On-going documented professional development as specified
on performance evaluations and recommended by immediate
supervisor.
Community Service Worker
entry level High School Diploma/GED.
completion of 3rd year Course work toward an A.A.
completion of 5th year A.A. Human Development or related field.
on-going On-going documented professional development as specified
on performance evaluations and recommended by immediate
supervisor.
Office Technician
entry level High School Diploma/GED.
completion of 3rd year Completion of certificate program in related field.
completion of 5th year A.A in related field.
on-going On-going documented professional development as specified
on performance evaluations and recommended by immediate
supervisor.
Parent Involvement Technician
entry level A.A. in related field.
on-going On-going documented professional development as specified
on performance evaluations and recommended by immediate
supervisor.
Specialist
entry level B.A. in corresponding field.
on-going On-going continuing education and certifications/licensure as
applicable.
Director
entry level B.A., M.A. preferred in corresponding field.
on-going On-going continuing education.
PROCESS
A) The three month evaluation will include:
1) For staff with less than an Associate Degree or not currently attending a higher educational
institution.
a) An assessment of their educational levels/needs and personal goals.
b) For staff with less than 8th grade literacy levels, a plan to reach 12th grade levels,
using the DHS learning system.
2) For staff who have met the 12th grade levels or are attending a community college.
a) A long-term plan should be written to ensure that employees meet the 1st or 3rd year
requirements,including;time-frames,required courses,support systems,monitoring
methods.
3) For staff needing to learn English/Spanish,a plan to leamEnglishlSpanish,including support
services(payment, tutors, social programs, etc.)
B) The six and twelve month evaluations will include:
1) An evaluation of the employee's progress,including areas of excellence and difficulties,as
well as identifying problems/barriers in meeting the requirements.
2) For staff who have not met the 12th grade literacy level or met English proficiency.
a) A plan for continuing support must be written.
b) A method and time-frame must be determined for on-going monitoring and support.
3) For staff who have met the 12th grade levels or are attending a community college.
a) A long-term plan should be written to ensure that employees meet the 3rd year
requirements,including;time-frames,required courses,support systems,monitoring
and evaluation methods.
C) Subsequent evaluations up through the 3rd year evaluation will include progress evaluations
1) An evaluation of the employee's progress,including areas of excellence and difficulties,as
well as identifying problems/barriers in meeting the requirements.
2) A plan for continuing support and establish a time-frame for completion,on-going monitoring
and support.
D) The 3rd year evaluation will reflect status (completion or failure to meet) of 3rd year requirements.
1) For staff who have met the 3rd year requirements,a plan will be written to meet the 5th year
requirements or on-going staff development activities.
2) For staff who have not met the 3rd year requirements:
a) An evaluation of the employee's progress, including areas of excellence and
difficulties, as well as identifying problems/barriers in meeting the requirements.
b) If staff do not meet the requirements on schedule or seek professional development
opportunities as required, disciplinary action will occur up to and including
termination.
c) Progress will be monitored monthly.
d) The next evaluation will reflect status of meeting the requirements. If the
requirements are complete a plan will be written to meet the 5th year requirement.
If the requirements are not met, the steps in D)2) will be repeated until the
requirements are met.
E) Subsequent evaluations up through the 5th year evaluation will include progress evaluations
1) An evaluation of the employee's progress,including areas of excellence and difficulties,as
well as identifying problems/barriers in meeting the requirements.
2) A plan for continuing support and establish a time-frame for completion,on-going monitoring
and support.
F) The 5th/7th(teachers)year evaluation will reflect status(completion or failure to meet)of 5th/7th year
requirements.
1) For staff who have met the 5th/7th year requirements,a plan will be written for continuation
of professional development based upon identified areas of job related needs/interests.
2) For staff who have not met the 5th/7th year requirements.
a) An evaluation of the employee's progress, including areas of excellence and
difficulties, as well as identifying problems/barriers in meeting the requirements.
. b) If staff do not meet the requirements on schedule or seek professional development
opportunities as required, disciplinary action will occur up to and including
termination.
c) Progress will be monitored monthly.
d) The next evaluation will reflect status of meeting the requirements. If the
requirements are complete a plan will be written for continuation of professional
development based upon identified areas of job related needs/interests. If
requirements are not met,the steps in,F)2),will be repeated until the requirements
are met.
G) All evaluations will also reflect identified areas which an employee would benefit from additional
training,i.e.;supervisory skills,communication skills,time-management t. These issues will also be
addressed in professional development plans.
H) Step increases for the 1st, 3rd, 5th and 7th years will be determined by an individuals successful
completion of their professional development requirements.
I) Staff currently employed who do not currently meet the requirements will commence with their
professional development plans September,(fall quarter) 1998,and follow the 1-3-5/7 year process.
If staff do not meet the requirements on schedule or seek professional development opportunities as
required, disciplinary action will occur up to and including termination.
J) FENWC has funding for staff development related to professional development will be financially
supported by FENWC only after other financial support options have been exhausted. See CDC
policy for payment of staff development activities.
K) FENWC will also support professional development by coordinating college level course work with
Aims Community College and other institutions as deemed appropriate, including four year
institutions,and graduate work, within budgetary constraints.
L) If necessary,and approved by the supervisor and directors,a flexible schedule may be allowed,if job
performance and quality are not compromised.
JOB DESCRIPTIONS
WELD COUNTY DIVISION OF HUMAN SERVICES
POSITION INFORMATION SHEET
Title: Service Coordinator
Supervisor: Site Manager
Department: Weld County Division of Human Services' Family Educational Network
Position Supervises: Site Staff
Working Hours/Days: Hours will vary depending on time of year(Year-Round Position)
Fringe Benefits: Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Sick Leave(after 30 days), Vacation Leave (after
successful completion of initial six month preview period), Retirement Package,Workmen's Compensation,
and Social Security Benefits
Review Period: Twelve month review period. No vacation may be taken during the first six months of
review period. At the end of the sixth and twelfth month, the supervisor will conduct a formal performance
evaluation and recommendations for continued employment will be made to the Executive Director.
Salary: $1,729.56 per month/$9.94 per hour
REFERENCES WILL BE CHECKED
HIRING PROCEDURE
The Executive Director of the Weld County Division of Human Services receives the recommendations of
the Interviewing Committee and hires individuals based upon those recommendations and the reference
checks. The Executive Director is the only staff member within the Division of Human Services with the
authority to hire or fire.
All individuals must be registered for employment with the Employment Services of Weld County located at
1551 North 17th Avenue, Greeley, Colorado, prior to being considered for any position with the Weld
County Division of Human Services. Please check with the Employment Services Receptionist or
appropriate Technician at 353-3800 or at the above location.
All appointments to positions within the Weld County Division of Human Services will be made on the basis
of merit and fitness as determined by job-related, competitive selection procedures that are equally applied to
all qualified applicants.
The Division of Human Services' staff is protected against coercion for partisan political purposes and are
prohibited from using their official authority for the purpose of interfering with or affecting the results of an
election or nomination for office.
REOUIREMENTS
1. Must be Director Certified by the State Department of Social Services.
2. Must be knowledgeable of the Head Start Program and Performance Standards.
3. One (1)year experience with a Head Start Program, or other Early Childhood Program.
4. Bilingual(English/Spanish)preferred but not required.
5. Must participate in pre-service and in-service training.
Weld County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Male/Female.
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REQUIREMENTS (Continued)
6. Must possess a current First Aide/CPR(Adult and Child)Certificate or obtain one within three (3)
months of employment and keep current.
7. Must be able to relate to and work with low-income and minority people.
8. Must be familiar with and abide by the State Law on Child Abuse.
9. Must have a physical examination and pass criteria as set forth in the Head Start Rules and Regulations
within thirty(30) days of employment and every two years thereafter.. Must have current immunization
record.
10. Must possess good communications skills,verbal and written.
11. Must have excellent professional ethics.
12. Must submit resume and transcripts as required.
13. Must pass FBI/CBI background check, as well as Department of Social Services Central Registry check.
14. Must have a valid Colorado Driver's License and provide proof of auto insurance and be able to travel
throughout the State of Colorado as well as out of state.
15. Must work YEAR ROUND and be able to work various hours and days as required- FLEXIBLE.
16. Must present three (3) letters verifying character and suitability to work with young children.
JOB DUTIES (Include but are not limited to the following):
1. Supervision and evaluation of site stag to include: tracking attendance, completing performance
appraisals and other evaluative tools and reporting to the Site Manager. Secures necessary training and
technical assistance for center staff.
2. Responsible for the daily operation of site. Ensure that all areas are in compliance according to
applicable rules and regulations. Meet regularly with the Site Manager and report on the status of center
operations.
3. Establish and attend Center Committee meetings and ensure that Representative and Alternate are
elected for Parent Policy Council.
4. Coordinate parent and child activities with the elementary school, establish rapport with the elementary
school staff, and facilitate transition activities with the elementary school.
5. Keep supervisor advised of any unusual situations and/or problems and the action taken.
6. Maintain an inventory record of materials and equipment on site.
7. Ensure the completion of OSPRI evaluations of the center: monthly November - May for Head Start;
July- September for Migrant Head Start.
8. Responsible for security and maintenance of the center.
9. Provide assistance to the Health Specialist in the following areas: health and developmental screenings,
and contacting parents regarding health issues.
10. Responsible for the recruitment, determination, and placement of eligible children for the center.
11. Responsible for the service coordination (case management)for the families of the center.
12. Follow the chain of command at all times. ro ams needs.
13. Adapt, expand, and change center plans and procedures to meet changing programs
gr
14. Submit orders for supplies and equipment for the center.
15. Responsible for processing and maintaining necessary paperwork, and center statistical data, to be
submitted in a timely manner.
16. Attend necessary meetings and training;to include pertinent elementary school meetings and/or training.
17. Document and manage personnel actions appropriately in conjunction with personnel policies and
procedures and the FENWC personnel representative.
Weld County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Male/Female.
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WELD COUNTY DIVISION OF HUMAN SERVICES
POSITION INFORMATION SHEET
Title: Teacher
Supervisor: Service Coordinator
Department: Weld County Division of Human Services' Family Educational Network
Position Supervises: 1 Teacher Assistant, 1 Teacher Aide, and Volunteers
Working Hours/Days: Hours will vary depending on time of year (Year-Round Position)
Fringe Benefits: Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Sick Leave (after 30 days), Vacation Leave (after
successful completion of initial six month review period), Retirement Package, Workmen's Compensation,
and Social Security Benefits
Review Period: Twelve month review period. No vacation may be taken during the first six months of
review period. At the end of the sixth and twelfth month, the supervisor will conduct a formal performance
evaluation and recommendations for continued employment will be made to the Executive Director.
Salary: $1,543.38 per month/$8.87 per hour
REFERENCES WILL BE CHECKED
HIRING PROCEDURE
The Executive Director of the Weld County Division of Human Services receives the recommendations of
the Interviewing Committee and hires individuals based upon those recommendations and the reference
checks. The Executive Director is the only staff member within the Division of Human Services with the
authority to hire or fire.
All individuals must be registered for employment with the Employment Services of Weld County located at
1551 North 17th Avenue, Greeley, Colorado, r�ior to being considered for any position with the Weld
County Division of Human Services. Please check with the Employment Services Receptionist or
appropriate Technician at 353-3800 or at the above location.
All appointments to positions within the Weld County Division of Human Services will be made on the basis
of merit and fitness as determined by job-related, competitive selection procedures that are equally applied to
all qualified applicants.
The Division of Human Services' staff is protected against coercion for partisan political purposes and are
prohibited from using their official authority for the purpose of interfering with or affecting the results of an
election or nomination for office.
REQUIREMENTS
I. BA or AA in Early Childhood Development or a minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA)
Certificate - verification required.
2. One (1) year verifiable experience with preschool age children.
Weld County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Male/Female.
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REQUIREMENTS (Continued)
3. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.
4. Must participate in pre-service and in-service training.
5. Must pass FBI/CBI background check, as well as Department of Social Services Central Registry check.
6. Must have a physical examination and pass criteria as set forth in the Migrant Head Start Rules and
Regulations within thirty (30) days of employment or be terminated. Must have current immunization
record.
7. Must be able to work with and relate to low-income and minority people.
8. Must be familiar with and abide by the State Law on Child Abuse.
9. Must have a valid Colorado Driver's License and Auto Insurance. Must provide own transportation as
you will be required to travel to county site.
10. Must work YEAR ROUND and travel to County site.
11. Must possess a First Aide/CPR Certificate or obtain one within thirty (30) days of employment.
12. Must present three (3) letters verifying character and suitability to work with children.
JOB DUTIES (Include but are not limited to the following):
1. Knowledgeable in implementing Head Start Goals and Performance Standards, NAEYC's
Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Colorado Department of Human Services Rules and
Regulations for Child Care Centers, FENWC's Policies and Procedures.
2. Continue professional growth by staying knowledgeable of early childhood practices and maintain
professional credentials.
3. Be able to identify and individualize a developmental program for each child to meet developmental and
cultural needs, and document on weekly lesson plans, IEP's, and share information with support staff
during staffing, and as needed.
4. Be involved with each FENWC Component in providing services to children and families.
5. Complete home visits, parent teacher conferences, parent meetings. Team work with support staff, and
submit documentation.
6. Provide parents with information, training on child development and developmentally appropriate
practices through parent contacts such as but not limited to home visits, letters, meetings, telephone
calls. Responsible for parent involvement activities as outlined in the Performance Standards.
7. Supervise and train classroom teacher aides and volunteers to ensure appropriate practices, policies and
procedures, and performance standards as followed through.
8. Be able to document performance and submit evaluations of teacher aides as required.
9. Develop training plans with aide and your own training plan and follow through on the training plans and
training attended.
10. Complete accurate documentation, lesson plans, IEP's, information on each child's classroom file,
referrals, meal counts, attendance, and other required paperwork, and submit as required.
11. Attend training, meetings, in-service, parent nights as required.
12. Responsible for ensuring developmentally appropriate practices are implemented at all times for children
indoors and outdoors, and children are SUPERVISED AT ALL TIMES.
13. Have knowledge of Child Abuse Policy and implement as needed. No Corporal Punishment, total
isolation, inappropriate forms of communication(verbal/non-verbal) or any form of child abuse or
neglect will be permitted within the child care center.
14. Will obtain parent substitute when absent. Teacher Aide will know the responsibilities when teacher is
absent.
Weld County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Male/Female.
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WELD COUNTY DWISION OF HUMAN SERVICES
POSITION INFORMATION SHEET
Title: Teacher Assistant
Supervisor: Teacher
Department: Weld County Division of Human Services' Family Educational Network
Position Supervises: -0-
Working Hours/Days: Hours will vary depending on time of year (Year-Round Position)
Fringe Benefits: Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Sick Leave (after 30 days), Vacation Leave (after
successful completion of initial six month review period), Retirement Package, Workmen's Compensation,
and Social Security Benefits
Review Period: Twelve month review period. No vacation may be taken during the first six months of
review period. At the end of the sixth and twelfth month, the supervisor will conduct a formal performance
evaluation and recommendations for continued employment will be made to the Executive Director.
Salary: $1,155.36 per month/$6.64 per hour
REFERENCES WILL BE CHECKED
HIRING PROCEDURE
The Executive Director of the Weld County Division of Human Services receives the recommendations of
the Interviewing Committee and hires individuals based upon those recommendations and the reference
checks. The Executive Director is the only staff member within the Division of Human Services with the
authority to hire or fire.
All individuals must be registered for employment with the Employment Services of Weld County located at
1551 North 17th Avenue, Greeley, Colorado, prior to being considered for any position with the Weld
County Division of Human Services. Please check with the Employment Services Receptionist or
appropriate Technician at 353-3800 or at the above location.
All appointments to positions within the Weld County Division of Human Services will be made on the basis
of merit and fitness as determined by job-related, competitive selection procedures that are equally applied to
all qualified applicants.
The Division of Human Services' staff is protected against coercion for partisan political purposes and are
prohibited from using their official authority for the purpose of interfering with or affecting the results of an
election or nomination for office.
REQUIREMENTS
1. High School Diploma or GED - verification required.
2. Must be Assistant Group Leader Qualified according to the Colorado Department of Human Services
Rules and Regulations for Child Care Centers.
3. One (1) year verifiable experience with preschool age children.
Weld County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Male/Female.
(1)
REQUIREMENTS (Continued)
4. Bilingual(English/Spanish) preferred but not required.
5. Must participate in pre-service and in-service training.
6. Must pass FBI/CBI background check, as well as Department of Social Services Central Registry check.
7. Must have a physical examination and pass criteria as set forth in the Migrant Head Start Rules and
Regulations within thirty(30) days of employment or be terminated. Must have current immunisation
record.
8. Must be able to work with and relate to low-income and minority people.
9. Must be familiar with and abide by the State Law on Child Abuse.
10. Must have a valid Colorado Driver's License and Auto Insurance. Must provide own transportation as
you will be required to travel to county site.
11. Must work YEAR ROUND and travel to County site. employment.
12. Must possess a First Aide/CPR Certificate or obtain one within thirty(30) days y of mp yment.
13. Must present three(3)letters verifying character and suitability to work with children.
JOB DUTIES (Include but are not limited to the following):
1. Greet each child upon arrival/departure.
2. Daily planning and execution of all classroom and outdoor activities.
3. Involved with children by providing developmentally appropriate engagement of activities both indoors
and outdoors.
4. Provide for well being, health, and safety of each child enrolled in the Center.
5. Supervise children at all times including bathrooms, playground, bus stop. At no time shall a child be
unsupervised.
6. Provide appropriate meal service and nutrition and health activities.
7. Clean and disinfect classroom and its contents, and keep playground, halls,bathrooms free of debris, and
safe and healthful for children.
8. Assist in the classroom with materials, set up and preparation. Keep classroom and materials neat and
orderly at all times.
9. Assist in parent conferences, home visits, parent meetings,parent nights, and submits documentation.
10. Attend training workshops, conferences, in-service training as required.
11. Complete accurate paperwork, reports as assigned by supervisor after training.
12 .Substitute for teacher in teacher's absence. Assist in obtaining parent substitute on ones own absence.
13. Maintain confidentiality of issues as outlined in policies and procedures.
14. Communicate with teacher, and support staff using a team concept approach.
15. Have knowledge of Child Abuse Policy and implement as needed. No Corporal Punishment, total
isolation, inappropriate forms of communication(verbal/non-verbal) or any form of child abuse or
neglect will be permitted within the child care center. designed
16. Will implement training is the classroom and with parents. Will follow through on training plan gn
by supervisor.
17. Work with teacher on parent involvement activities as outlined in the Performance Standards.
18. Implement Head Start Performance Standards, FENWC Policies and Procedures.
Weld County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Male/Female.
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SERVING: HEAD START,MIGRANT HEAD`START AID
COLORADO PRESCHOOL PROJECT
MISSION: To provide children and families with a high quality, comprehensive
program which promotes self-esteem, fosters social competence, develops
independence and enables children and families to be lifetime learners.
BELIEF STATEMENTS:
We believe: 1. in a developmentally appropriate curriculum,
2. that families play the primary role in the development of their
children,
3. that families, staff and community are partners in the child's
development,
4. in a high quality program,
5. that as leaders in early childhood education, we promote personal
and professional growth,
6. in the team approach,
7. in respect for the individual and equality for all.
The Family Educational Network Head Start Program believes that a high quality
early childhood program provides a safe, nurturing environment that promotes the
physical, emotional, social, cultural, creative and language development of young
children. We believe children learn through play and hands-on activities. Art,
music, movement, dramatic play, language and books are all part of the daily
classroom activities.
The concept of developmental appropriateness has two dimensions: age
appropriateness and individual appropriateness.
1. Age appropriateness - In human development there are universal, predictable
sequences of growth and change that occur in children during the first five years
of life. Knowledge of typical development of the children within the age span
served by the program provides a framework from which teachers prepare the
learning environment and plan appropriate experiences.
2. Individual appropriateness - Each child is a unique person with an individual
pattern and timing of growth, as well as individual personality, learning style, and
family background. The curriculum and adults' interactions should be responsive
to the individual differences. Learning in young children is the result of
interaction between the child's thoughts and experiences with materials, ideas, and
people. These experiences should match the child's developing abilities, while
also challenging the child's interest and understanding.
CHILD-INITIATED, CHILD-DIRECTED, TEACHER
SUPPORTED PLAY IS AN ESSENTIAL COMPONENT OF
DEVELOPMENTALLY APPROPRIATE PRACTICE.
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GUIDELINES FOR DEVELOPMENTALLY APPROPRIATE PRACTICE
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A developmentally appropriate curriculum for young children is planned to be appropriate for the age span of the
children within the group and is implemented with attention to the different needs, interests, and developmental
levels of those individual children.
The Family Educational Network Head Start Theme-Based Curriculum provides for all areas of a child's
development: physical,emotional, social, creative and cognitive through an integrated approach within a daily
schedule of activities. Any activity that stimulates one dimension of development and learning affects other
dimensions as well.
Appropriate curriculum planning is based on teacher's observations and records of each child's special interests
and developmental progress. The curriculum plan is based on both age-appropriate and individually appropriate
information.
Curriculum planning emphasizes learning as an interactive process. Teachers prepare the environment for
children to learn through active exploration and interactions with adults, other children, and materials. Activities
should be designed to concentrate on furthering emerging skills through creative activity and intense involvement.
Learning activities and materials should be concrete, real, and relevant to the lives of the children enrolled.
Children need years of play with real objects and events before they are able to understand the meaning of
symbols such as letters and numbers. Learning takes place as children touch, manipulate, and experiment with
things and interact with others. Learning centers shall include manipulatives, art, blocks, dramatic play, science,
language, and gross motor development.
Adults shall provide opportunities for children to choose from a variety of activities, materials,and equipment;
and time to explore through active involvement. Children of all ages need uninterrupted periods of time to
become involved, investigate,select,and persist at activities.
Multicultural and nonsexist experiences, materials, and equipment are provided to help ensure the individual
appropriateness of the curriculum, to enhance each child's self-concept and esteem, and to support the integrity of
the child's family.
Adults shall provide a balance of quiet and active activities for children throughout the daily schedule. Outdoor
experiences and monthly field trips shall be provided.
The developmental appropriateness of the early childhood program is most apparent in the interactions between
adults and children. Positive responses such as smiles and interest, and concentrated attention on child's activity,
are important. Developmentally appropriate interactions are based on adults' knowledge and expectations of age-
appropriate behavior in children balanced by adults' awareness of individual differences among children.
Adults shall provide many varied opportunities for children to communicate,and shall facilitate a child's
successful completion of tasks by providing support, focused attention, physical proximity, and verbal
encouragement.
A DEFINITION OF CURRICULUM
A Head Start curriculum should reflect the Performance Standards and be based on sound
educational theory and child development principles and a clear educational approach.
It should include:
► specific goals and objectives;
► developmentally appropriate indoor and outdoor activities for acquiring basic cognitive,
social, emotional, and physical skills; and
• a system for documenting the children's progress in all areas of development.
To support implementation of the curriculum, there should be:
• a management system for implementing the curriculum;
• procedures for training staff and parents on the implementation of the curriculum; and
• a method for determining the effectiveness of the curriculum.
Curriculum is a structured framework based on the Performance Standards. It specifies that
the daily activities will be designed to:
► be comprehensive and developmental;
• reflect the community and cultures represented in the group;
• recognize and promote the role of the parents;
► be child focused;
• build on the children's skills and knowledge; and
• promote the children's self-awareness and positive self-concept.
Curriculum is also an ongoing creative process that develops as the staff interacts with
children and responds to the changing interests and needs of the community.
Teaching staff uses the curriculum as a framework to develop activities as they:
► learn about the developmental levels of the children;
► identify individual learning styles;
► assess individual needs and interests; and
► attempt to reflect each child's culture.
OVERVIEW OF CURRICULUM IN HEAD START
Every Head Start curriculum must be based on the Performance Standards.
• The curriculum is grounded on sound child development principles about how children grow and learn.
Children learn by doing-experiencing with all of their senses;playing and exploring in a variety of
settings; experimenting and problem solving on their own; and making mistakes.
Every Head Start curriculum must incorporate the following elements.
• The curriculum is comprehensive. It provides for learning experiences that promote the growth of the
whole child,addressing all areas of a child's development-cognitive,social,emotional,physical and
language skills.
• The curriculum is developmentally and linguistically appropriate. It provides for appropriate activities and
interactions based on the age and developmental stage of each child. The program provides a wide range
of equipment and materials to address the varied abilities of the children.
• Parent Involvement is an important component of every Head Start curriculum. As the primary educator of
the child,the parent's input and collaboration are essential. Within each program, parents are involved in a
variety of ways.
• The Head Start curriculum is individualized. It responds to the abilities, interests, and needs of each child.
• The curriculum reflects the community. It respects each child as a member of a distinct family and culture
through the environment,interactions,and activities provided.
• All Head Start Components are reflected in the curriculum. This is especially evident in relation to health
and nutrition.
An effective Head Start curriculum involves collaboration and careful planning. The staff translates these
basic principles of good child development into daily experiences,to design a positive and well-integrated learning
environment.
A Head Start curriculum provides a consistent structure for a good developmental preschool program. It
also encourages diversity, as each program reflects the interests,abilities,and needs of the children and staff within
it. •
Our program provides each child with opportunities for success to help them develop feelings of competence,
self-esteem and positive attitudes toward learning. We enhance each child's individual strengths by building trust,
fostering independence,and encouraging respect for the feelings and rights of others.
OVERVIEW OF INDIVIDUALIZING IN HEAD START
► Individualizing is an ongoing process, for children are continually changing. We must
ensure that the education environment recognizes that children have different rates of
development, as well as individual interests, temperments, cultural backgrounds, and
learning styles.
► There are a variety of different ways to get to know children, both informally and through
structured activities. Talk and listen to the children- find out what is important to them.
Observe children in different, natural situations. Record observations and refer to this
information. Set up activities to observe a particular skill.
► Parent input is a critical component in understanding each child. Keeping good channels
of communication about what is happening at home provides important insight into a
child's interests and needs.
• Staff communication and collaboration are essential, for each person sees the children in
a variety of settings and from different perspectives. By taking time out to discuss the
progress children and their daily interactions, staff members gain valuable information.
• Activities and interactions must be planned based on each child's interests, abilities, and
needs. Teachers individualize in a group as well as through one-on-one interactions,
setting clear objectives tailored for each child.
► Children need to make a lot of choices. It is important to respect what is of interest to
them. Teachers provide a range of materials so that children at different skill levels can
choose for themselves and participate in their own unique way.
► Evaluation is a critical aspect of individualizing. The children are observed on a daily
basis and their progress is evaluated monthly. This involves observing activities and
interactions with a child and utilizing this information for planning.
Supporting the Child's Home Language
Caring for young children is one of the most important activities in society. The early
years of life build the foundation for all that follows. This is particularly true for
language as it allows children to understand and influence their environment.
Children need an environment that encourages development of their language and
communication skills. The teaching staff must provide an environment that supports and
preserves the home language and culture of children and their families. Preserving a
family's home language and cultural heritage is very important to the identity and well-
being of the entire family. It also provides the child with a strong and important sense of
self and links the child to the community.
Our Head Start program ensures that at least one classroom staff member who
interacts regularly with the children speaks the same language as the children and families
that we serve (Spanish). For classroom staff who do not speak the home language there
are many other ways for communication with the children:
✓ The classroom itself provides a learning environment for supporting
communication. Books, music, pictures, photos, games, the art area, and the dramatic
play area all encourage the use of the child's home language.
✓ Teachers are encouraged to learn and use greetings and other common phrases in
the child's home language.
✓ Teachers pronounce children's names as the family pronounces it, which shows
respect and maintains the integrity of the home language.
✓ Teachers listen attentively, acknowledge children and respond to children's needs
through verbal and nonverbal communication.
✓ Teachers recognize the child's home language as a tool for learning and incorporate
it into daily activities.
We must nurture, celebrate, and respect cultural
and linguistic differences.
LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT
AND
LEARNING TO READ
Children learn reading through real life situations in which writing and
communication are used.
A literacy-rich environment correlates with children's early
reading. Literacy activities should be included in all areas of the
classroom.
• Children learn to appreciate reading by seeing others read with
enjoyment. Read aloud each and every day.
A variety of writing materials should be accessible to children
on a regular basis.
• Supporting children's literacy means valuing what they can
already do. Their efforts need to be encouraged.
• Children's emerging literacy and numeracy skills develop when
they have opportunities to explore and construct their own
knowledge according to their individual needs.
• Provide opportunities for creative self-expression through
activities such as art, music, movement and conversation.
Support each child's language skills by using experimentation,
inquiry, observation, play and exploration.
TEACHER'S GUIDE
Children learn best when they can control and act upon their environment. Many
opportunities should be available for seeing, touching, tasting, learning, and self-expression.
Children need hands-on activities and age appropriate choices. To provide these opportunities,
the teacher's primary role is to set the stage by offering many experiences that stimulate the
children's senses and curiosity; children learn by doing and playing is their work. Through play
children learn to construct knowledge, express and represent ideas, find ways to handle their own
feelings, and learn to get along with others.
The first step in Lesson Planning is to select a theme that is appropriate for the developmental
level and interests of your group of children. The theme must respond to spontaneous learning
opportunities and each child's growing skills, changing interests, and emerging needs. Children
build their sense of competence and self-esteem when the activities challenge them to develop
and use new skills. After selecting a theme, the next step is to develop the goals of your theme.
The goals should be based on children's unique characteristics such as skills, needs, abilities,
interests, and cultures. Goals, concepts, and vocabulary you would like to introduce all relate to
the theme. The final step in curriculum planning is selecting the activities. The daily Lesson
Plan activities are to include; Large Group, Small Group, Art/Sensory, Music/Creative
Movement, Books, Cognitive/Language, Science/Math, Gross Motor, and Fine Motor. Planned
weekly in the Lesson Plans are also the Component Integration Areas. These areas are; Safety,
Mental Health, Health,Nutrition, Dental Health, Parent Involvement, Diversity and Field
Trip/Special Events.
THEME TIPS:
1. EXPLORING THE WORLD OF SCHOOL:
These themes help preschoolers become familiar with and feel at ease in their new
environment. While introducing these materials the teacher can assess the needs of individual
children and the group.
2. EXPLORING THE OUT OF DOORS:
By exploring the park, playground, and the community,these themes can be used to expand
and enhance preschool language and concept development. Children are encouraged to talk
about the world around them, nature, and outdoor activities. Many science concepts may be
presented.
3. EXPLORING THE BROADER COMMUNITY:
The supermarket, fire station, police station, hospital, bakery, etc. become the basis for a
meaningful exploration of our food supplies and other community services and resources.
4. EXPLORING THE SEASONS AND SOCIAL LIVING:
These themes provide a rich setting for developing concepts and exploring feelings, values,
and social skills. Children are encouraged to observe changes in the seasons, experience
different traditional holidays, and explore multicultural and ethnic practices.
5. EXPLORING GOOD HEALTH:
These themes provide opportunities to learn about health and hygiene, safety, and nutrition.
By offering children opportunities to learn about themselves, to explore feelings, emotions,
values, and social skills we foster positive social interactions and promote self-esteem.
THEMES
REQUIRED:
® Orientation and Safety
® Health and Hygiene
® Fire Safety
®Nutrition
0 Me and My Family
® Community Helpers
® Everyone Is Special
RECOMMENDED:
g Nature Topics
g Animals
g Celebrations
g Clothing
g Housing
AVOID:
0 Tourist-approach to cultures
0 Topics that are not developmentally appropriate or age appropriate
The following themes are arranged in order by months. Each month has a variety of themes
that are important to children. Please feel free to use these suggested ideas or develop your own.
The seven (7)required themes have been incorporated into the following list of themes for
Regional Head Start. They are denoted by the following icon O'.
JANUARY:
New Year's Celebrations - Chinese New Year's
Bears
HibemationBear Houses
Bear Tracks
Fur
Teddy Bears
Snowy Clothing - boots,hats, mittens
Snowmen
Snow- ice, cold, melting
Snowy Transportation- skis, sleds
White
FEBRUARY:
President's Day
Valentine's Day
Friends
Dental Month
Hearts
Red
Mail carriers, post office
Mail, letters,writing
How does mail travel - truck, plane, etc.
MARCH:
St. Patrick's Day
Peanut Month- peanut butter
Growing peanuts
Green
Wind
Fans, pinwheels
Kites
Shamrocks
APRIL:
Easter
Baby Animals
Bunnies, chickens
Eggs - oval shape
Rain
Earth Day - recycling
Pink
Insects - bugs, spiders
MAY:
Cinco de Mayo
Mother's Day
Moms
Where moms work, what our mom does
Spring - clothing, weather
Growing things - gardening, plants, trees
Flowers
Butterflies
Camping - tents, flashlights
Rocks - mountains
Circus
JUNE:
Father's Day
Fathers
Where dads work, what our dad does
Animals - birds, ducks, geese
• Water Safety - sunscreen, life jackets
Water Fun - swimming,pools, sprinklers, sink/float
Bubbles
Sports - baseball, soccer, etc.
During the summer months (June, July, August and September) for Migrant Head Start the
following themes may be useful for your Lesson Planning.
JULY:
Cultural Awareness and Celebrations
4th of July /Independence/Happy Birthday America
Flags
Red, white and blue
Fireworks
Weather
Rodeos - cowboys, cowgirls
Ranchers
Farming - farm equipment
My Community
Animals and Their Babies
AUGUST:
Picnics
Boats
Fishing
Safety -personal safety,traffic safety, school
Water Fun
Insects and Creepy Crawlers
Exploring the Outdoors - plants, rocks, soil, trees
Health and Hygiene
Nutrition
SEP[EMBER:
® Me and My Family
My Body
My Friends - getting to know you
P Everyone is Special
My Favorite Things
Fall
® Orientation to School
OCTOBER:
® Fire Safety
Halloween- scarecrows
O' Community Helpers
Black/Orange
Feelings
® Health and Hygiene
Apples
NOVEMBER:
® Nutrition - grocery stores, grocery store workers, field trip
Early Settlers -Native Americans, Pilgrims
Harvest
Giving Thanks - sharing, helping others, cooperation
Nuts
Thanksgiving
Turkeys
Families
DECEMBER:
Winter Animals
Animal tracks in the snow
Deer/Reindeer
Gingerbread men
Winter Celebrations - Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwaanza, Three King's Day, Saint
Lucia, Winter Solstice
Stars, trees, decorations
This Curriculum Handbook was designed by FENWC Education Specialist Melissa Le1m,the
Education Advisory Committee (Jennifer Ikenouye, Claudia Tapia, Sarah Chacon, Theresa
Clements and Karen Waggoner) with input from the FENWC Teaching Staff and Parent Policy
Council.
July, 1997
POLICY COUNCIL
APPROVAL
FEDERAL, AUDIT
ADMINISTRATION FOR
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Region VIII
Federal Office Building
1961 Stout Street
Denver,CO 80294-3538
•
November 29, 1999
Mr.Mike Kyles,Board Chairperson
P.O. Box 1805
Greeley,Colorado 80632
Re: Head Start Grant No.: 08CH0019/24
HHS Audit Control No.: A-08-99-60193
Budget Period Ended : 12/31/97
Dear Mr. Kyles:
We have completed our review of your organization-wide audit and your FINAL Financial Status Report(SF-269)
on the above referenced grant. The corrective action plan outlined in the audit has adequately addressed the audit
finding and recommendation.
The amount of unexpended Federal funds, for Program Year 24,was$0.
Program Account PA20 PA22
Approved Federal Budget $20,356 $1,588,780
Actual Total Expenditures 20,356 1,588,780
Unexpended Federal Funds $ 0 $0
If you have any questions concerning this audit,please contact Jeff Newton,at(303)844-3100 ext.319.
tSi 1nc1erel�ytt,
evvvy
William Hagerty
Grants Officer
Office of the Regional Administrator
cc: Walter J. Speckman,Executive Director
Tern Keller-Amaya,Head Start Director
Victoria Kircher,Policy Council Chairperson
Marilyn Carlino,Fiscal Officer
Mike Kyles, Page 2
Mr.Mike Kyles,Board Chairperson-Attachment
Grantee: Family Educational Network of Weld County
Grant No.: 08CH0019/24
Audit Control Number: A-08-99-60193
Budget Period Ended: 12/31/97
PLEASE SIGN INDICATING YOUR AGREEMENT OR DISAGREEMENT WITH THE ATTACHED LETTER.
IF YOU AGREE,THIS AUDIT IS CLOSED. IF NOT,PLEASE STATE YOUR SPECIFIC REASON(S)FOR
THIS POSITION. PLEASE RESPOND WITHIN 15 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF THIS LETTER.
AGREE DISAGREE
DATE:
SIGNATURE,BOARD CHAIRPERSON
COST ALLOCATION PLAN
WELD COUNTY
DIVISION OP t, ', ; ' .it SERVICES
BY
MARILYN CARLINO
FISCAL OFFICER
REVISED MAY 1998
CERTIFICATION OF COST ALLOCATION PLAN
This is to certify that I have reviewed the cost allocation plan submitted herewith and to
the best of my knowledge and belief
1. All costs included in this proposal revised May 1998,to establish the cost allocation
method for calendar year 1998 are allowable in accordance with the requirements of OMB
Circular A-87 and the requirements of the Federal award(s)to which they apply.
2. All costs included in this proposal are properly allocable to the Federal awards on the
basis of a beneficial or causal relationship between the expenses incurred and the awards to which
they are allocated in accordance with applicable requirements. Further, similar types of costs have
been accounted for consistently.
I declare that the foregoing is true and correct.
State of Colorado
County of Weld
Division of H Services
jrJ. Speckman
/`Executive Director
WELD COUNTY DIVISION OF HUMAN RESOURCES
COST ALLOCATION PLAN
PURPOSE
The purpose of this cost allocation plan is to outline, in writing, the
methods and procedures that Weld County Division of Human Services will use to
allocate costs to its various programs, contracts and grants.
BACKGROUND
Weld County Division of Human Services (OHS) operates as an umbrella agency
of Weld County Government. DHS is the administrative entity for various federal
and state programs, grants and contracts. These programs are grouped into four
areas; Employment Services, Family Educational Network, Area Agency on Aging and
Other Human Service. Employment Services includes the following grants and
contracts; Job Training Partnership Act Grant programs, Job Service, Summer Job
Hunt, Summer of Service, Employment First Food Stamp/Job Search Program,
Workfare, TANF, Family Support Program, Americorps, Youth Crime Prevention
Initiative, Educational Computer Lab, and One Stop Programs. Family Educational
Network consists of the following revenue sources and programs; Head Start,
Migrant Head Start, Child Care Food Program, Family Support Program, Neighbor to
Neighbor and Preschool. Area Agency on Aging incorporates Older American Act
funds into several Senior programs. It also relies on USDA funds for Senior
nutrition programs, Community Service Block Grant Funds for coordinating the
Senior volunteer program, Federal Transit Funds for Senior Minibus
transportation, and Single Entry Point Funds and Private Contracts for Senior
Case management and JTPA funds for Older Worker. Other Human Service programs
and funding include; Community Service Block grant, Commodity Supplemental Food
Program, and LeHeap
These grants require that DHS complies with OMB Circular A-102, Uniform
Administrative Requirements for State and Local Governments and OMB Circular A-
87, Cost Principles for State and Local Governments. This Cost Allocation Plan
is based on the definitions and requirements spelled out in OMB Circular A-87 .
GENERAL APPROACH
The general approach of DHS in allocating costs to particular programs,
grants and contract is as follows;
A) All costs identifiable with a specific program, grants or contracts
are charged directly to the benefiting program.
B) Unassigned direct costs are assigned to cost pools and are allocated
monthly based on monthly time sheet distribution percentages of the
personnel assigned to each particular cost pool. For example, the
percentages taken against the Employment Services cost pool only
come from Employment Services staff.
ALLOCATION METHODOLOGY
DHS uses five cost pools;
1) Transportation Cost Pool---This pool is used to accumulate all the
joint costs associated with running DHS' s Transportation Department
which provides minibus transportation for several of our programs .
This pool includes transportation staff salaries, fringe benefits,
and all transportation operational costs.
2) Employment Services Cost Pool---This pool is used to accumulate all
the joint costs associated with the operations of Employment
Services including; Employment Services staff salaries, fringe
benefits, and other costs which cannot be directly identified to a
program.
3) Area Agency on Aging Cost Pool---This pool is used to accumulate all
salary and fringe costs and joint costs associated with Area Agency
on Aging employees and programs.
4) Administrative Cost Pool---This pool includes all administrative
salaries, fringe, overhead and other joint costs associated with
administering all DHS programs that cannot be directly identified to
a grant or contract.
5) FENWC Cost Pool---This pool is used to accumulate all the joint
( costs associated with the operations of Family Educational Network
of Weld County including; FENWC staff salaries and fringe, as well
as other costs which cannot be directly identified to a specific
program.
TRANSPORTATION COST POOL
The Transportation Department system tracks client miles and trips
associated with each program served. The
se figures
are
accumulated into
a monthly report. Monthly, percentages of miles per program are
calculated for the period. The percentages are taken against the total
transportation department costs for the month. The amounts are allocated
from the pool to the program (fund) receiving benefit.
EMPLOYMENT SERVICES COST POOL
Monthly time sheets are kept by all Employment Services employees noting
their time per month per program served. Monthly, the time worked per
program is entered into a spreadsheet which calculates total time
(weighted by rates of pay) percentages per program. The time/rate
percentages are taken against this pool of costs and are allocated to
grants served accordingly.
AREA AGENCY ON AGING SERVICES COST POOL
Monthly time sheets are kept by all Area Agency on Aging employees noting
their time per month per program served. Monthly, the time worked per
program is entered into a spreadsheet which calculates total time
percentages per programs weighted by rates of pay. The time/rate
percentages are taken against this pool of costs and are allocated to
grants served accordingly.
ADMINISTRATIVE COST POOL
Monthly time sheets are kept by all Administrative staff noting their time
per month per program served. Monthly, the time worked per program is
entered into a spreadsheet which calculates total time percentages per
program weighted by rates of pay. The time/rate percentages are taken
against this pool of costs and are allocated to grants served accordingly.
FENWC COST POOL
Monthly time sheets are kept by all FENWC staff noting their time per
program served. The classroom staff allocates by percentage of children
per program. Monthly, the percentages are calculated and taken against
this pool of costs and allocated to grants and programs served
accordingly.
GENERAL LEDGER ACCOUNTING
Weld County uses a uniform classification of accounts for all general
ledger departments. Each grant or program is its own general ledger
department (fund) . All direct costs are charged ' directly to the
particular department it served. All allocated costs are entered into the
ledger by journal entry--from the pools to the grant departments. Each
allocated line item is coded so it can be identified as to cost pool
source. Each expense, whether direct or allocated, is also coded with a
program code to charge it against the cost category defined by the grant.
REPORTING
Most grant programs are on quarterly reporting. Each general ledger
department is printed for the time period to report. The department
carries the calendar year-to-date totals for each cost category of
expenses. From the total for the grant cost category is subtracted what
has been reported in prior periods of the same calendar year. The balance
for the cost category is transferred to the report for the current period.
The ledger report, is the documentation of costs and backup to reported
expenditures.
LETTERS OF SUPPORT
ASSURANCES
Will comply, as applicable, with the provisions of the 12. Will comply with the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of
Davis-Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. §§276a to 276a - 7), the 1968 (16 U.S.C. §§ 1271 et seq.) related to protecting
Copeland Act (40 U.S.C. §§276c and 18 U.S.C. components or potential components of the national
§§874), and the Contract Work Hours and Safety wild and scenic rivers system.
Standards Act(40 U.S.C. §§327-333), regarding labor
standards for federally assisted construction 13. Will assist the awarding agency in assuring compliance
subagreements. with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation
Act of 1966, as amended (16 U.S.C. 470), EO 11593
). Will comply, if applicable, with flood insurance (identification and protection of historic properties), and
purchase requirements of Section 102(a) of the Flood the Archaeological and Historic Preservation Act of 1974
Disaster Protection Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-234) which (16 U.S.C. 469a-1 et seq.).
requires recipients in a special flood hazard area to
participate in the program and to purchase flood 14. Will comply with P.L.93-348 regarding the protection of
insurance if the total cost of insurable construction and human subjects involved in research, development, and
acquisition is $10,000 or more. related activities supported by this award of assistance.
1. Will comply with environmental standards which may be 15. Will comply with the Laboratory Animal Welfare Act of
prescribed pursuant to the following: (a) institution of 1966(P.L. 89-544, as amended, 7 U.S.C. 2131 et seq.)
environmental quality control measures under the pertaining to the care, handling, and treatment of warm
National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (P.L. 91- blooded animals held for research, teaching, or other
190) and Executive Order (EO) 11514; (b) notification activities supported by this award of assistance.
of violating facilities pursuant to EO 11738; (c)
protection of wetlands pursuant to EO 11990; (d) 16. Will comply with the Lead-Based Paint Poisoning
evaluation of flood hazards in floodplains in accordance Prevention Act (42 U.S.C. §§ 4801 et seq.) which
with EO 11988; (e) assurance of project consistency prohibits the use of lead based paint in construction or
with the approved State management program developed rehabilitation of residence structures.
under the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 (16
U.S.C. §§1451 et seq.); (t) conformity of Federal 17. Will cause to be performed the required financial and
actions to State (Clear Air)Implementation Plans under compliance audits in accordance with the Single Audit
Section 176(c)of the Clear Air Act of 1955, as amended Act of 1984 or OMB Circular No. A-133, Audits of
(42 U.S.C. §§ 7401 et seq.); (g) protection of Institutions of Higher Learning and other Non-profit
underground sources of drinking water under the Safe Institutions.
Drinking Water Act of 1974, as amended, (P.L. 93-
523); and(h)protection of endangered species under the 18. Will comply with all applicable requirements of all other
Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended, (P.L. 93- Federal laws, executive orders, regulations and policies
205). governing this program.
SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED CERTIFYING OFFICIAL TTTLE
/ Chair
APPLICANT ORGANIZATION DATE SUBMITTED
Weld County Board of Commissioners
Human Services Department, Family Educational
Network of Weld County
Standard Form 4248(Rev.4/92)back
OMB Approval No. 0348-0040
ASSURANCES - NON-CONSTRUCTION PROGRAMS
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:une for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and
tompieting and reviewing the collection of information. Send comments regarding the burden estimate or any other
aspect of this collection of information, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to the Office of Management
and Budget, Paperwork Reduction Project (0348-0043), Washington, DC 20503.
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND
BUDGET, SEND IT TO THE ADDRESS PROVIDED BY THE SPONSORING AGENCY.
4OTE: Certain of these assurances may not be applicable to your project or program. If you have questions, please contact
the awarding agency. Further, certain Federal awarding agencies may require applicants to certify to additional
assurances. If such is the case, you will be notified.
ks the duly authorized representative of the applicant I certify that the applicant:
1. Has the legal authority to apply for Federal assistance Act of 1973, as amended(29 U.S.C. §794),which prohibits
and the institutional, managerial and financial capability discrimination on the basis of handicaps; (d) the Age
(including funds sufficient to pay the non-Federal share Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended(42 U.S.C. §6101-
of project costs) to ensure proper planning, management 6107),which prohibits discrimination on the basis of age;(e)
and completion of the project described in this the Drug Abuse Office and Treatment Act of 1972(P.L. 92-
application. 255), as amended,relating to nondiscrimination on the basis
2. Will give the awarding agency, the Comptroller General of drug abuse; (0 the Comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and
of United States, and if appropriate, the State, through Alcoholism Prevention,Treatment and Rehabilitation Act of
any authorized representative, access to and the right to 1970 (P.L. 91-616), as amended, relating to
examine all records,books, papers, or documents related nondiscrimination on the basis of alcohol abuse or alcoholism;
to the award; and will establish a proper accounting (g)§§ 523 and 527 of the Public Health Service Act of 1912
system in accordance with generally accepted (42 U.S.C. 290 dd-3 and 290 ee-3), as amended, relating to
accounting standards or agency directives. confidentiality of alcohol and drug abuse patient records;(h)
3. Will establish safeguards to prohibit employees from Tide VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. §3601
using their positions for a purpose that constitutes or et seq.), as amended, relating to non-discrimination in the
presents the appearance of personal or organizational sale, rental or financing of housing; (i) any other
conflict of interest, or personal gain. nondiscrimination provisions in the specific statute(s) under
which application for Federal assistance is being made; and
4. Will initiate and complete the work within the (j)the requirements of any other nondiscrimination statute(s)
applicable time frame after receipt of approval of the which may apply to the application.
awarding agency.
5. Will comply with the Intergovernmental Personnel Act 7. Will comply,or has already complied,with the requirements
of 1970 (42 U.S.C. §§4728 4763) relating to prescribed of Tides II and III of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and
Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970(P.L.91-646)
standards for merit systems for programs funded under
one of the nineteen statutes or regulations specified in which provide for fair and equitable treatment of persons
Appendix A of OPM's Standards for a Merit System of displaced or whose property is acquired as a result of Federal
Personnel Administration (5 C.F.R. 900, Subpart F). or federally assisted programs. These requirements apply to
all interests in real property acquired for project purposes
6. Will comply with all Federal statutes relating to regardless of Federal participation in purchases.
nondiscrimination. These include but are not limited to:
(a)Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (P.L.88-352) 8. Will comply, as applicable, with the provisions of the Hatch
which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race,color Act(5 U.S.C. §§ 1501-1508 and 7324-7328) which limit the
or national origin; (b) Tide IX of the Education political activities of employees whose principal employment
Amendments of 1972, as amended (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681-
1683, and 1685-1686), which prohibits discrimination on activities are funded in whole or in part with Federal funds.
the basis of sex; (c) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation
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o anization
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department or agency's determination whether to enter into this transaction. However,
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proposal is being submitted for assistance in obtaining a copy of those regulations.
6. The prospective primary participant agrees by submitting this proposal that,
should the proposed covered transaction be entered into, it shall not knowingly enter
into any lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment
• under 48 CFR part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred, suspended, declared ineligible, or
voluntarily excluded from participation in this covered transaction, unless authorized by
the department or agency entering into this transaction.
7. The prospective primary participant further agrees by submitting this proposal
that it will include the clause titled "Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension,
ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion-Lower Tier Covered Transaction," provided by the
department or agency entering into this covered transaction, without modification, in
all lower tier covered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tier covered
transactions.
8. A participant in a covered transaction may rely upon a certification of a
prospective participant in a lower tie- covered transaction that it is not proposed for
debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred, suspended, ineligible, or
voluntarily excluded from the covered transaction, unless it knows that the certification
is erroneous. A participant may decide the method and frequency by which it
determines the eligibility of its principals. Each participant may, but is not required to,
check the List of Parties Excluded from Federal Procurement and Nonprocurement
Programs.
9. Nothing contained in the foregoing shall be construed to require establishment
of a system of records in order to render in good faith the certification required by this
clause. The knowledge and information of a participant is not required to exceed that
which is normally possessed by a prudent person in the ordinary course of business
dealings.
10. Except for transactions authorized under paragraph 6 of these instructions, if a
participant in a covered transaction knowingly enters into a lower tier covered
transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9,
subpart 9.4, suspended, debarred, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation
in this transaction, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government,
the department or agency may terminate this transaction for cause or default.
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Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, and Other
Responsibility Matters--Primary Covered Transactions
(1) The prospective primary participant certifies to the best of its knowledge and
belief, that it and its principals:
(a) Are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared
ineligible, or voluntarily excluded by any Federal department or agency;
(b) Have not within a three-year period preceding this proposal been convicted of
or had a civil judgment rendered against them for commission of fraud or a criminal
offense in connection with obtaining, attempting to obtain, or performing a public
(Federal, State or local) transaction or contract under a public transaction; violation of
Federal or State antitrust statutes or commission of embezzlement, theft, forgery,
bribery, falsification or destruction of records, making false statements, or receiving
stolen property;
(c) Are not presently indicted for or otherwise criminally or civilly charged by a
governmental entity (Federal, State or local) with commission of any of the offenses
enumerated in paragraph (1)(b) of this certification; and
(d) Have not within a three-year period preceding this application/proposal had one
or more public transactions (Federal, State or local) terminated for cause or default.
(2) Where the prospective primary participant is unable to certify to any of the
statements in this certification, such prospective participant shall attach an explanation
to this proposal.
Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and
Voluntary Exclusion—Lower Tier Covered Transactions
Instructions for Certification
1. By signing and submitting this proposal, the prospective lower tier participant is
providing the certification set out below.
2. The certification in this clause is a material representation of fact upon which
reliance was placed when this transaction was entered into. If it is later determined
that the prospective lower tier participant knowingly rendered an erroneous
certification, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government the
department or agency with which this transaction originated may pursue available
remedies, including suspension and/or debarment.
3. The prospective lower tier participant shall provide immediate written notice to
the person to which this proposal is submitted if at any time the prospective lower tier
participant learns that its certification was erroneous when submitted or had become
erroneous by reason of changed circumstances.
4. The terms covered transaction, debarred, suspended, ineligible, lower tier
covered transaction, participant, person, primary covered transaction, principal,
proposal, and voluntarily excluded, as used in this clause, have the meaning set out in
the Definitions and Coverage sections of rules implementing Executive Order 12549.
You may contact the person to which this proposal is submitted for assistance in
obtaining a copy of those regulations.
5. The prospective lower tier participant agrees by submitting this proposal that,
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knowingly enter into any lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed
for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred, suspended, declared
ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this covered transaction, unless
authorized by the department or agency with which this transaction originated.
6. The prospective lower tier participant further agrees by submitting this proposal
that it will include this clause titled "Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension,
Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion-Lower Tier Covered Transaction," without
. modification, in all lower tier covered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tier
covered transactions.
7. A participant in a covered transaction may rely upon a certification of a
prospective participant in a lower tier covered transaction that it is not proposed for
debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred, suspended, ineligible, or
voluntarily excluded from covered transactions, unless it knows that the certification is
erroneous. A participant may decide the method and frequency by which it determines
the eligibility of its principals. Each participant may, but is not required to, check the
List of Parties Excluded from Federal Procurement and Nonprocurement Programs.
8. Nothing contained in the foregoing shall be construed to require establishment
of a system of records in order to render in good faith the certification reqCred by this
clause. The knowledge and information of a participant is not required to exceed that
which is normally possessed by a prudent person in the ordinary course of business dealings.
9. Except for transactions authorized under paragraph 5 of these instructions, if a
participant in a covered transaction knowingly enters into a lower tier covered
• transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9,
subpart 9.4, suspended, debarred, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation
in this transaction, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government,
the department or agency with which this transaction originated may pursue available
remedies, including suspension and/or debarment.
Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility an
Voluntary Exclusion—Lower Tier Covered Transactions
(1) The prospective lower tier participant certifies, by submission of this proposal,
that neither it nor its principals is presently debarred, suspended, proposed for
debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this
transaction by any Federal department or agency.
(2) Where the prospective lower tier participant is unable to certify to any of the
statements in this certification, such prospective participant shall attach an explanation
to this proposal.
This certification is required by the regulations implementing the Drug-Free Workplace Act
of 1588: 45 CFR Part 76, Subpart, F. Sections 76.630(c) and (d)(2) and 76.645(a)(1). and
(b) provide that a Federal agency may designate a central receipt point for STATE-WIDE
AND STATE AGENCY-WIDE certifications, and for notification of criminal drug convictions.
For the Department of Health and Human Services, the central pint is: Division of Grants
Management and Oversight, Office of Management and Acquisition, Department of Health
and Human Services, Room 517-0, 200 independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC
20201.
Certification Regarding Drug-Free Workplace Requirements
(Instructions for Certification)
1. By signing and/or submitting this application or grant agreement,the grantee is providing the certification set out below.
2. The certification set out below is a material representation of fact upon which reliance is placed when the agency awards the
grant. if it is later determined that the grantee knowingly renaered a false certification, or otherwise violates the requirements of
the Drug-Free Workplace Act the agency, in addition to any other remedies available to the Federal Government, may take
action authorized under the Drug-Free Workplace Act
3. For grantees other than individuals,Alternate I applies.
4. For grantees who are individuals,Alternate Il applies.
5. Workplaces under grants.for grantees other than individuals, need not be identified on the certification. If known, they may be
identified in the grant application. if the grantee does not identity the workplaces at the time of application, or upon award, if
there is no application, the grantee must keep the identity of the workplace(s) on file in its office and make the information
available for Federal inspection. Failure to identify all known workplaces constitutes a violation of the grantee's drug-free
workplace requirements.
6. Workplace identifications must include the actual address of buildings (or parts of buildings) or other sites where work under
the grant takes place. Categorical descriptions may be used (e.g., all vehicles of a mass transit authority or State highway
department while in operation, State employees in each local unemployment office, performers in concert hails or radio studios).
7. if the workplace identified to the agency changes during the
performance of the grant. the grantee shall inform the agency of the change(s), if it previously identified the workplaces in
question (see paragraph five).
8. Definitions of terms in the Nonprocurement Suspension and Debarment common rule and Drug-Free Workplace common rule
appry to this certification. Grantees' attention is called, in particular,to the following definitions from these rules:
Controlled substance means a controlled substance in Schedules i through V of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 812)
and as further defined by regulation (21 CFR 1308.11 through 1308.15);
Conviction means a finding of guilt (including a plea of nolo
contendere, or imposition of sentence, or both, by any Judicial body charged with the responsibility to determine violations of the
Federal or State criminal drug statutes:
Cnmrnel drug statute means a Federal or non-Federal criminal statute involving the manufacture, distribution, dispensing, use,
or possession of any controlled substance:
Employee means the employee of a grantee directly engaged in the performance of work under a grant, including: (i) All
direct charge employees: (ii) All indirect charge employees unless their impact or involvement is insignificant to the performance
of the grant: and, (iii)Temporary personnel and consultants who are directly engaged in the performance of work under the grant
and who are on the grantee's payroll. This definition does not include workers not on the payroll of the grantee (e.g.. volunteers,
• even rf used to meet a matching requirement: consultants or Independent contractors not on the grantee's payroll: or employees
of subreciprents or subcontractors in covered workplaces).
Certification Regarding Drug-Free Workplace
Requirements
• Alternate I. (Grantees Other Than Individuals)
The grantee certifies that it will or will continue to provide a drug-free workplace by:
(a) Publishing a statement notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture, distribution,
dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in the grantee's
workplace and specifying the actions that will be taken against emp'oyees for violation of
such prohiaition;
(b) Establishing an ongoing drug-free awareness program to inform employees about --
(1)The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace;
(2) The grantee's policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace; (3) Any available
drug counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance programs; and
(4) The penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug
abuse violations occurring in the workplace;
(c) Making it a requirement that each employee to be engaged in the performance of the
grant be given a copy of the statement required by paragraph (a);
(d) Notifying the employee in the statement required by paragraph (a) that, as a condition
of employment under the grant, the employee will —
(1) Abide by the terms of the statement; and
(2) Notify the employer in writing of his or her conviction for a violation of a criminal drug
statute occurring in the workplace no later than five calendar days after such conviction;
(e) Notifying the agency in writing, within ten calendar days after receiving notice under
paragraph (d)(2) from an employee or
otherwise receiving actual notice of such conviction. Employers of
convicted employees must provide notice, including position title,
to every grant officer or other designee on whose grant activity the convicted employee was
working, unless the Federal agency has
designated a central point for the receipt of such notices. Notice
shall include the identification number(s) of each affected grant;
(f) Taking one of the following actions, within 30 calendar days of receiving notice under
paragraph (d)(2), with respect to any employee who is so convicted —
(1) Taking appropriate personnel action against such an employee, up to and including
termination, consistent with the
requirements of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; or
(2) Requiring such employee to participate satisfactorily in a drug abuse assistance or
rehabilitation program approved for such purposes by a Federal, State, or local health, law
enforcement, or other appropriate agency;
(g) Making a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug-free workplace through
implementation of paragraphs (a), (b), (c), (d), (e) and (f).
(B) The grantee may insert in the space provided below the site(s) for the performance of
work done in connection with the specific grant
Place of Performance (Street address, city, county, state, zip code)
•
Check D if there are workplaces on file that are not identified here.
Alternate 11. (Grantees Who Are Individuals)
(a) The grantee certifies that, as a condition of the grant, he or she will not engage in the
unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance
in conducting any activity with the grant;
(b) if convicted of a criminal drug offense resulting from a violation occurring during the
conduct of any grant activity, he or she will report the conviction, in writing, within 10 calendar
days of the conviction, to every grant officer or other designee, unless the Federal agency
designates a central point for the receipt of such notices. When notice is made to such a
central point, it shall include the identification number(s) of each affected grant.
[55 FR 21690, 21702, May 25, 1990]
Certification Regarding Environmental Tobacco Smoke
Public Law 103-227, Part C - Environmental Tobacco Smoke, also known as
the Pro-Children Act of 1994 (Act), requires that smoking not be permitted in
any portion of any indoor facility owned or leased or contracted for by any
entity and used routinely or regularly for the provision of health, day care,
education, or library services to children under the age of 18, if the services
are funded by Federal programs either directly or through State or local
governments, by Federal grant, contract, loan, or loan guarantee. The law
does not apply to children's services provided in private residences, facilities
funded solely by Medicare or Medicaid funds, and portions of facilities used
for inpatient drug or alcohol treatment. Failure to comply with the provisions
of the law may result in the imposition of a civil monetary penalty of up to
$1000 per day and /or the imposition of an administrative compliance order
on the responsible entity.
By signing and submitting this application the applicant/grantee certifies that it
will comply with the requirements of the Act. The applicant/grantee further
agrees that it will require the language of this certification be included in any
subawards which contain provisions for children's services and that all
subgrantees shall certify accordingly.
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