News & Updates

Explore how consistency, collaboration, and connection bring meaning to your DRDP data. You’ll also find links to professional development opportunities and practical self-care tips to help you stay grounded during the fall assessment period.

Join us 12:00-1:00 pm Thursday, November 13th for a Technical Assistance & Data Submission Q&A. Bring questions on steps, timelines, and reports - we’ll walk through common snags.

You’ve gathered the information—now let it work for you. You’ve put in the time to observe, document, and complete the DRDP. Now comes the part that can make your work lighter, clearer, and more effective: running and using reports.

In Spring 2025, California 3-year-olds with speech language impairments and those with sensory differences (deaf, hard of hearing, or visually impaired) were on track in Language and Literacy at rates comparable to a nationally representative sample of all 3-year-olds.

Authentic observation is the practice of watching and listening to children in their natural routines and environments—without staging, testing, or interrupting—to capture a genuine picture of their learning, development, and interests.

The new school year offers a fresh start for educators, children, and teams, with the DRDP serving as a key tool for observing, reflecting, and guiding intentional instruction. By engaging in authentic observation, collaborative reflection, and data-driven planning, educators can integrate assessment seamlessly into daily practice to better support each child’s growth.