Learn the Signs. Act Early
From birth to 5 years, your child should reach milestones in how he plays, learns, speaks, acts and moves. Track your child’s development and act early if you have a concern.
Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ-3)
Many teachers and parents are concerned about the impacts of prolonged social distancing and pandemic restrictions on child development. Data demonstrate that many children are struggling; the early identification of developmental delays is key to helping these children thrive.
The Pointe Coupee Early Childhood Coalition has a received the Young Children with Disabilities Grant from the Louisiana Department of Education to support child care centers to identify, support, and remediate developmental delays.
What is the Ages and Stages 3rd edition (ASQ-3)
ASQ 3 is a set of questionnaires about children’s development. It has been used for more than 20 years to make sure children are developing well. A screening provides a quick look at how children are doing in important areas, such as communication, physical ability, social skills, and problem-solving skills. ASQ-3 can help identify your child’s strengths as well as any areas where your child may need support.
As a parent or caregiver, you are the best source of information about your child. That’s why ASQ-3 questionnaires are designed to be filled out by you. You will only need 10–15 minutes. It’s that quick and easy. Here’s how ASQ-3 works:
• You will answer each question “yes,” “sometimes,” or “not yet,” based on what your child is able to do now. Your answers help show your child’s strengths and areas where he or she may need practice.
• To answer each question, you can try fun and simple activities with your child. These activities encourage your child to play, move around, and practice day-to-day skills.
• After you complete the questionnaire, a professional will share the results with you. If your child is developing without concerns, there is nothing more you will need to do.
You may try the next ASQ-3 age level as your child grows and learns new skills. There are 21 questionnaires that you can use with children from 1 month to 5½ years old. If your child has trouble with some skills, your program will help you with next steps. Finding delays or problems as early as possible supports young children’s healthy development.
Young Children with Disabilities Grant
The Pointe Coupee Early Childhood Coalition has a received the Young Children with Disabilities Grant from the Louisiana Department of Education to support child care centers to identify, support, and remediate developmental delays.
The funds from this grant will be used to
provide teachers and staff with training on early childhood development
support teachers and staff to administer developmental screenings
compensate teachers and staff for their time and effort
support parents and families to understand early childhood development.
Teachers and staff who wish to participate in the grant and receive stipends, materials, and free training are welcome to join! Please note, the stipends and materials are restricted to Type III child care centers.
Step 1: Teachers attend an introductory training on ASQ-3 and Importance of Developmental Screening on October 18th at 11:30am - 1:30pm. Each teacher who completes the pre and post survey will receive $25.
Step 2: Each site with a participating teacher will receive a maximum of three ASQ administration kits (with all materials needed to administer the ASQ) with a $50 Walmart gift card to purchase any additional supplies
Step 3: Teachers administer first ASQ to one child in the classroom.
Step 4: Teachers participate in training Using the ASQ-3 on November 7th at 11:00am utilizing completed ASQ . All teachers who completes the pre and post survey for this training will receive $50.
Step 5: Teachers administer ASQs (up to 15) for children in classroom and score them
(trainer assistance available).
Step 6: Teachers participate in training Using Screening Results to Support Children’s Development and Learning December 6th at 11am on classroom environments. Teachers who complete the pre and post survey for the training will receive $100.
Step 7: Teachers will receive a family support packet for each completed ASQ with additional resources and information for families with children who may be experiencing developmental delays.
Step 8: Directors will complete a satisfaction survey on developmental screenings. Completed surveys will receive $200.
How do I learn more about ASQ-3?
The Coalition conducts regular trainings. The next ASQ trainings are
Using the ASQ-3 on November 7th at 11:00am. Email Edy Addison for more information at edy@morninggps.com.
Using Screening Results to Support Children’s Development and Learning on December 6th at 11am
Email Edy Addison for more information at edy@morninggps.com.
I’m a teacher who attended the introductory training- when will I receive my materials?
You will be contacted the week of October 24th to schedule your materials delivery by our ASQ trainer. Email Edy Addison for more information at edy@morninggps.com.
How many ASQs should I complete after the first training?
Start with just one teacher administering just one ASQ to one child! Bring that completed ASQ to our ASQ trainer for review and assistance with scoring and help you with next steps
I have questions about the ASQ and how to use it
Our ASQ trainer is available via email, or you can join her at weekly support sessions from 11am to 1pm on the following dates
October 25
October 30
November 18
Nov 21
Nov 25
Dec 11
I have another question that wasn’t answered!
Email Edy Addison for more information at edy@morninggps.com.