Preschool Promise Administrative Rules

The Early Learning Division is currently engaged in work to implement the Preschool Promise program enacted by the Legislature in 2015. Part of implementation will include promulgation of Oregon Administrative Rules to govern the program.

The Early Learning Council will begin consideration draft rule language on March 16, 2016.

The purpose of the Preschool Promise rules is to define key terms, describe eligibility criteria, and assist Hubs and preschool providers in the implementation and operation of Preschool Promise program services. The rules describe the standards for the establishment and operation of preschool services under the Preschool Promise program.

Draft rule language can be accessed here. Public Comment on the proposed language will be accepted through March 31, 2016. Comments can be submitted below or to Lisa Pinheiro.

Child Care & Development Fund State Plan

A draft of Oregon’s Child Care and Development Fund State Plan for 2016-2018 is open for a 60 day public comment period through February 26, 2016. There will be a public hearing on the State Plan on February 18, 2016. Information will be posted on the Early Learning Division website.

The Early Learning Council is reviewing the plan and will make final approval of the plan following analysis of public input. The plan will be submitted March 1, 2016.

View and comment on the draft 2016-2018 CCDF State Plan.