1. The Evaluation of Quality of NJ’s Preschool Classrooms 2009 NJ Office of Preschool Education

2. Classroom Evaluations, 2008 A random, Abbott-wide sample of 12% or 315 classrooms (out of 2,852) were evaluated using the PCMI (math), SELA (literacy), and ECERS. William Paterson University conducted the evaluations.

3. The Supports for Early Literacy Assessment 1 = low quality 2 = poor quality 3 = fair quality 4 = good quality 5 = ideal quality 2005 STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE:3.42 2006 STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: 3.46 2007 STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: 3.50 2008 STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: 3.82 2009 STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: 3.93

4. Literate Environment

5. 2006200720082009 1.Using print in the environment for a purpose. 3.974.194.334.38 2. Creating inviting places to look at books. 4.344.384.594.52 3.Inviting interest in a wide variety of books in the classroom. 3.914.064.204.30 4. Writing materials are available and easy to use. 4.314.434.534.63 5. A variety of literacy items and props are used in the pretend play area. 3.353.523.653.91

6. Supports for language development

7. Language Development2006200720082009 6.Teachers encourage and extend oral language. 3.683.644.124.17 7.Using language that introduces new words, concepts and linguistic structures. 2.993.153.633.71 8.Organizing activities that promote language development. 3.723.493.904.03 9.Sharing books to build language, knowledge, and a love of book reading. 4.234.274.474.42

8. Print/Book Concepts

9. 2006200720082009 10. Calling attention to the functions and features of print. 3.203.063.573.64

10. Phonological Awareness

11. 2006200720082009 11. Drawing children’s attention to the sounds they hear in words. 2.402.562.782.79

12. Letters and Words

13. 2006200720082009 12. Helping children recognize letters. 3.012.833.333.47 13. Promoting children’s interest in writing. 3.273.293.873.86

14. Parent Involvement

15. 2006200720082009 14.Promoting home- based supports for early literacy through regular communications with parents. 3.24 3.653.93 15.Special activities and supports to involve parents in supporting children’s literacy development. 2.692.683.003.30

16. Supporting Home Language

17. 2006200720082009 20. Promoting the maintenance and development of children’s native language. 2.953.213.463.81

18. The Preschool Classroom Mathematics Inventory 1 = low quality 2 = poor quality 3 = fair quality 4 = good quality 5 = ideal quality 2005 STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: 2.47 2006 STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: 2.29 2007 STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: 2.23 2008 STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: 2.62 2009 STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: 2.74

19. Math materials

20. Materials2006200720082009 1.Counting, comparing, estimating, and recognizing number symbols. 3.813.874.074.19 2.Measuring and comparing amount: volume, weight, length, height, distance, and area. 3.283.463.693.92 3.Classifying and seriating. 2.913.003.413.55 4.Geometry and spatial positions/relations. 3.463.503.863.91 Preschool Classroom Mathematics Inventory

21. Math Activities/Interactions

22. Numeracy & Other Mathematical Concepts Teachers encourage children to:2006200720082009 5.Use one-to-one correspondence 1.701.281.971.98 6.Count and/or write numbers for a purpose 2.302.242.782.65 7.Estimate and compare 1.491.461.741.95 8.Use mathematical terminology and reflection on mathematical problems 1.661.562.092.14 9.Measure and compare amount: volume, weight, length, height, distance, area 1.481.371.621.82 10.Classify and seriate 1.531.441.862.07 11. Explore concepts of geometry and spatial positions/relations 1.601.341.771.96

23. The Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale-Revised Results 1= Inadequate 3= Minimal 5= Good 7= Excellent 2005 STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: 4.77 2006 STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: 4.81 2007 STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: 5.03 2008 STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: 5.20 2009 STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: 5.23

24. ECERS-R Subscale Scores SUBSCALE20052006200720082009 space & furnishings4.574.724.905.03 personal care4.474.164.304.294.34 language4.975.035.085.465.56 activities4.124.344.624.854.86 interactions5.985.936.166.446.33 program structure4.915.025.41 5.45 parents & staff5.175.195.385.595.77 ECERS Overall4.774.815.035.205.23

25. The Lowest (3.0 – 3.9) Individual ECERS-R Items2006200720082009 Space for Gross Motor3.033.283.493.31 Gross Motor Equipment3.553.813.653.97 Meals & Snacks2.723.333.733.58 Nap/Rest3.813.91 3.82 Safety2.603.382.612.47 Using Language to Develop Reasoning 3.833.844.244.70 Nature/Science3.373.924.194.15 Use of Computer3.803.744.024.11

26. The Main Dish: The Activities Scores Item 2006200720082009 Fine motor4.955.455.635.57 Art4.694.855.185.19 Music/movement4.264.594.904.78 Blocks4.594.774.814.68 Sand/water4.624.885.145.38 Dramatic play4.294.544.714.77 Nature/science3.373.924.194.15 Math/number4.514.815.154.96 Use of TV, video, computer3.803.744.024.11 Promoting acceptance of diversity4.304.574.654.95

27. The Highest Item 200720082009 Furniture for routine care6.476.606.66 Furnishings for relaxation5.435.765.73 Room arrangement5.315.385.18 Child-related display5.305.585.45 Greetings/departing6.206.166.41 Encouraging children to communicate6.246.486.53 Informal use of language5.396.00 Fine motor5.455.635.57 Supervision of gross motor5.826.216.17 General supervision6.226.466.00

28. The Highest Item200720082009 Discipline5.926.09 Staff-child interactions6.626.796.70 Interactions among children6.286.636.71 Free play5.825.905.70 Group time5.735.835.69 Provisions for disabilities6.085.806.42 Provisions for parents5.295.475.77 Staff interaction and cooperation6.536.606.70 Supervision of staff6.276.416.52 Opportunities for professional growth5.075.125.17