Implementation Stages

Directors Webinar. Sustainability

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The February Directors Webinar highlighted practical approaches to sustaining SPDG work and building statewide capacity. Tom Delaney (Minnesota SPDG) shared “tool of the month” sustainability resources states are using to plan for the long haul. Abby Foley and Dena Slanda introduced the LEAD IDEA Center and its supports for implementation and continuous improvement. Michael Gregory and Erin Sturgis (Virginia DOE) then showcased Virginia’s comprehensive approach to implementing and sustaining MTSS through coordinated SPDG and other grant-funded initiatives.

Setting Early Learners Up for Literacy Success: From Implementation to Sustainability

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In this session, we will present examples of our statewide system supporting school teams with implementation of evidence-based literacy practices to improve outcomes for at-risk students and students with disabilities. Presenter: Laura Bray, PhD, SPDG Director, PA Andra Bell, MEd, Educational Consultant, PA

Active implementation frameworks for program success.

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Metz, A., & Bartley, L. (2012). Active implementation frameworks for program success. Zero to three, 32(4), 11-18.

NIRN Associate Director Allison Metz and Implementation Specialist Leah Bartley have co-authored an article for Zero to Three, the journal of Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families. The article outlines how the science of implementation and the use of evidence-based Active Implementation Frameworks can close the research-to-practice gap in early childhood and ensure sustainable program success.

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