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Great Start to Quality We're on a mission to provide families with 24/7 access to high-quality child care and preschool programs in Michigan.

Visit www.greatstarttoquality.org to learn more.

Productivity is one dimension within the Classroom Organization domain of the Pre-K–3 CLASS 2nd Edition tool.This dimens...
10/13/2026

Productivity is one dimension within the Classroom Organization domain of the Pre-K–3 CLASS 2nd Edition tool.

This dimension focuses on how providers manage and organize time and activities so that children have regular opportunities to participate and learn.

Behavior Management is one dimension within the Classroom Organization domain of the Pre-K–3 CLASS 2nd Edition tool.This...
10/09/2026

Behavior Management is one dimension within the Classroom Organization domain of the Pre-K–3 CLASS 2nd Edition tool.

This dimension focuses on proactive strategies and clear expectations that help encourage positive behaviors and create a supportive, well-managed classroom environment.

Here is some helpful information from our partners at MiLEAP about Child Development and Care Scholarship.
10/07/2026

Here is some helpful information from our partners at MiLEAP about Child Development and Care Scholarship.

Regard for Child Perspectives is one dimension within the Emotional Support domain of the Pre-K–3 CLASS 2nd Edition tool...
10/05/2026

Regard for Child Perspectives is one dimension within the Emotional Support domain of the Pre-K–3 CLASS 2nd Edition tool.

This dimension focuses on following children’s lead, incorporating their interests and ideas, and giving them opportunities to make choices and have a voice in their learning.

Educator Sensitivity is one dimension within the Emotional Support domain of the Pre-K–3 CLASS 2nd Edition tool. This di...
10/04/2026

Educator Sensitivity is one dimension within the Emotional Support domain of the Pre-K–3 CLASS 2nd Edition tool.

This dimension focuses on how educators notice, understand and respond to each child’s individual needs, emotions and cues, helping children feel seen, understood and supported.

Have you heard about the new Michigan Infant and Toddler Caregiver Certificate? This is a NEW opportunity for entry-leve...
09/30/2026

Have you heard about the new Michigan Infant and Toddler Caregiver Certificate? This is a NEW opportunity for entry-level educators to enhance their learning, skills, and career progression! Check out our website to learn more about how you could be part of a cohort and earn $1,000: https://greatstarttoquality.org

Starting tomorrow, GSQ will shift from using ERS & CLASS to exclusively using CLASS for early childhood education progra...
09/30/2026

Starting tomorrow, GSQ will shift from using ERS & CLASS to exclusively using CLASS for early childhood education programs. Using the CLASS tools, including CLASS Environment, will provide holistic feedback throughout the quality improvement process.

To learn more about these tools and how they will affect your program, visit https://greatstarttoquality.org/class/

Negative Climate is one dimension within the Emotional Support domain of the Pre-K–3 CLASS 2nd Edition tool.This dimensi...
09/27/2026

Negative Climate is one dimension within the Emotional Support domain of the Pre-K–3 CLASS 2nd Edition tool.

This dimension focuses on negative emotions and interactions between children and educators that can affect the emotional safety and comfort of the classroom environment.

Positive Climate is one dimension within the Emotional Support domain of the Pre-K–3 CLASS 2nd Edition tool. Positive Cl...
09/22/2026

Positive Climate is one dimension within the Emotional Support domain of the Pre-K–3 CLASS 2nd Edition tool.

Positive Climate focuses on the warmth and positive interactions between children and educators that help create a welcoming and supportive classroom environment.

CLASS Environment focuses on the classroom environment and the ways it can support meaningful interactions between educa...
09/20/2026

CLASS Environment focuses on the classroom environment and the ways it can support meaningful interactions between educators and children.

CLASS Environment looks at classroom materials, displays, and arrangements and how they support children’s learning and development. It considers whether the environment provides children with meaningful opportunities to explore, learn, and engage with the materials and spaces around them.

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6639 Centurion Drive , Suite 180
Lansing, MI
48917

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+18776147328

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