Minnesota: Pearson Early Learning Center

Pearson Early Learning Center Implements the Pyramid Model to Promote the Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Outcomes of All Children (Shakopee Public Schools | Shakopee, Minnesota)

Developing a Child Guidance Policy

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This guidance will help Pyramid Model (PM) leadership teams assess and improve their existing child guidance policies to effectively support each child in their program and reduce or eliminate the use of exclusionary discipline practices.

Pyramid Model Resource Collection: Addressing Exclusionary Discipline Practices

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This NCPMI Resource Collection provides resources for states, communities and early childhood programs aimed to prevent the use of exclusionary practices. The resources, predominantly found on the NCPMI website, provide information about exclusionary practices related to prevention, policies, data tools, equity and impact. Formats include guides, tip sheets, fact sheets, webinars, and video. Last Updated: … Read more

Getting to Know You

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This questionnaire helps colleagues learn about each other to build collaborative relationships.

Pyramid Model Resource Collection: Authentically Partnering with Families as Valued Members in Pyramid Model Implementation

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This resource collection offers information and materials for programs to use as they authentically partner with families to implement the Pyramid Model. These resources ensure that each family’s “voice and choice” is considered in the planning, development, and evaluation of Pyramid Model activities, programs, and systems. Last Updated: 10/01/2024 ADA updates Created: 09/08/2023

Early Interventionist Pyramid Practices Fidelity Instrument v.1.0

Early Interventionist Pyramid Policies Fidelity Instrument (EIPPFI)

The Early Intervention Pyramid Practice Fidelity Instrument (EIPPFI) is used to assess the implementation of Pyramid Model practices by early interventionists in the coaching of family caregivers. EIPPFI practices are aligned with the Division for Early Childhood Recommended Practices and the Principles of Early Intervention. EIPPFI organizes practices within six practice categories: 1) Building Partnerships with Families; 2) Social Emotional Development; 3) Family-centered Coaching; 4) Dyadic Relationships; 5) Children with Challenging Behavior; and 6) Social Emotional Assessment.