States' Quality Rating and Improvement Systems (QRIS)

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TheÌýongoing development, implementation, and evaluation ofÌýstates' quality rating and improvement systems (QRIS)Ìýis part of a national conversation about how we define and measure quality for early childhood education programs to ensure we are addressing the essential building blocks of a well-financed, high-quality early childhood education system.
The 51ɬɬÎÝapp QRIS Initiative began in 2005 to promote increased knowledge about and engagement in QRIS development and implementation. As part of 51ɬɬÎÝapp's QRIS Initiative, we have compiled resources from 51ɬɬÎÝapp, states, and our partner organizations.ÌýStay tuned for updated resources and materials as 51ɬɬÎÝapp rolls out ourÌýnew streamlined accreditation system.
51ɬɬÎÝapp Resources on Quality Rating and Improvement Systems
- Elevating the Field: Using 51ɬɬÎÝapp Early Childhood Accreditation to Support and Reach Higher Quality in Early Childhood ProgramsÌý(January 2009)
- 51ɬɬÎÝapp Position on Quality Rating and Improvement SystemsÌý(September 2011)
- 51ɬɬÎÝapp Quality Rating and Improvement Systems ToolkitÌý(July 2010)
- QRIS and 51ɬɬÎÝapp Accreditation Fact SheetÌý(July 2010)
- Quality Benchmarks for Cultural Competence ToolÌý(June 2009)
- States Policies on 51ɬɬÎÝapp Accreditation, Quality Rating and Improvement Systems and Tiered Reimbursement ProgramsÌý(September 2012)
- States With Tiered Reimbursement Policies Linked to Accreditation SystemsÌý(January 2012)
Partner Resources and Compilations to Support the Overall Development, Implementation, and Evaluation of QRIS
QRIS: Specific Topics