Ohio Department of Education Learning Supports

Program Description

The purpose of IMPACT is to engage programs in a continuous improvement process that relates to the Early Learning Program Guidelines. The Guidelines were revised in 2009, and now include compliance requirements, as well as performance indicators. By using the IMPACT tool, leadership teams can ensure that programs are meeting compliance requirements and advancing on performance indicators. All documents must be submitted electronically by the required dates (see deadlines below):

• Click here to access the electronic submission site.
• Click here to access the directions for electronic submission.

Who is required to use IMPACT?

This tool should be used by programs that receive funding through Early Childhood Education Entitlement and/or Preschool Special Education.

Reference Tools for IMPACT

The following documents are references for participating districts or programs.

• Early Childhood SFY 2013 Calendar 
• FY 2013 IMPACT Requirement  
• Summary of Performance Indicators 
• Summary of Compliance Requirements

Components of IMPACT

• IMPACT Cover Page 
• Continuous Improvement Goal Sheet  
• Subcontractor List (if applicable)
• Program Plan Rubric for Continuous Improvement 
• Program Plan Rubric - Compliance Requirement Summary Form  
• Program Plan Rubric - Performance Indicator Summary Form 
• Directions for Continuous Improvement and Internal Monitoring Process
• Program Plan Section I
• Program Plan Section II
• Program Plan Section III
• Program Plan Section IV
• Form A: Community Partners Collaboration
• Form B: Teacher Professional Development Report 
• Form C and Assurance Form: Classroom Observation
• Form D: Transition to Kindergarten Plan

Optional Resources to Help Complete Form C

• Reflective Planning
• List of Commonly Used Observation Tools
• Early Learning and School Readiness Classroom Observation Tool

What to Submit for IMPACT in FY2013

The following documents should be completed and submitted for SFY 2013 by May 3, 2013. You may access the forms above.

• Cover Page
• Continuous Improvement Goal Sheet
• Compliance Requirement Summary Form
• Performance Indicator Summary Form

Contact Information 
Michelle K. Smith
(614) 995-9974
michellek.smith@education.ohio.gov