COVID 19 Guidance 02/19
Overview
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Main Web Page
The Early Learning and Care Division (ELCD) has compiled the following guidance and resources in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
ELCD has established a dedicated email address to receive public inquiries related to ELCD programs and emergency concerns: ELCDEmergency@cde.ca.gov.
Management Bulletins
| Number | Title and Related Materials | Release Date | Expiration Date or Final Filing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21-02 | Guidance on Implementation of Program Quality Requirements during the COVID-19 Pandemic | January 2021 | June 30, 2021 |
| 21-01 | Updated Guidance Regarding Coordination of California Resource and Referral Programs and Local Planning Councils in Support of Families During the COVID-19 Pandemic | January 2021 | June 30, 2021, or until rescinded |
| 20-19(a) | Updated Guidance on Family Fees for Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-21 | December 9, 2020 | June 30, 2021 |
| 20-19 | Guidance on Family Fees for Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-21 | October 9, 2020 | June 30, 2021 |
| 20-18 | Reopening and Reimbursement Requirements for Direct Service Contractors | September 24, 2020 | June 30, 2021 |
| 20-17 | Requirements for Distance Learning Plans, Program Quality, and Distance Learning Services for Direct Service Contractors | September 2020 | June 30, 2021 |
| 20-16 | Continued Funding Application Fiscal 2021-22 |
September 2020 | November 2020 |
| 20-15(a) | Reimbursement and Data Collection Requirements for Alternative Payment Programs and Providers | September 2020 | June 30, 2021 |
| 20-14 | COVID-19 Guidance regarding Emergency Childcare Services for Essential Workers and At-Risk Populations Associated Documents: COVID-19 Self-Certification Form (PDF) COVID-19 2020 Confidential Application for Emergency Childcare Services (PDF) COVID-19 Temporary Waiver Request (PDF) |
July 2020 | Until Rescinded |
| 20-13 | Family Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2020-21 | June 2020 | Until Rescinded |
| 20-12 | Revised State Median Income Ceilings and Income Ranking Table for Fiscal Year 2020-21 | June 2020 | Until Rescinded |
| 20-11 | COVID-19 Guidance: Emergency Closures | April 2020 | June 30, 2020 or until rescinded |
| 20-10 | COVID-19 Guidance regarding Family Child Care Home Education Networks | April 2020 | June 30, 2020 |
| 20-09 | COVID-19 Guidance on Program Self Evaluation, Contract Monitoring, and Program Quality Requirements |
April 2020 | June 30, 2020 or until the State of Emergency has ended, whichever occurs first |
| 20-08(a) | COVID-19 Guidance on Procurement and Audits (Updated 22-May-2020) | April 2020 | June 30, 2020 or unless rescinded sooner |
| 20-07 | COVID-19 Guidance on California Resource and Referral Programs and Local Planning Councils | April 2020 | June 30, 2020 or until rescinded |
PIN 20-06-CCP
(PDF) |
Social and Physical Distancing Guidance and Healthy Practices for Child Care Facilities in Response to the Global Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic written in collaboration with the Department of Education | April 2020 | N/A |
| 20-05 | COVID-19 Guidance on Temporary Waiver of Family Fees | March 2020 | June 30, 2020 or unless rescinded sooner |
| 20-04(a) | COVID-19 Guidance on Apportionment, Attendance, and Reporting Requirements (Updated 5-Jun-2020) | June 2020 | June 30, 2020 or unless rescinded sooner |
Webinars
Resources
Other Resources
- Updated Apportionment Guidance to Resource and Referral (R&R Program Contractors (Dated 07-May-2020)
Note: The purpose of this guidance is to revise certain content from the original guidance letter dated April 29, 2020 - Apportionment Letter to Resource and Referall (R&R) Program Contractors (Dated 29-Apr-2020)
Guidance for State of Emergency Situations (March 2020)
In addition to Management Bulletins, the ELCD will continue to release guidance and answers to frequently asked questions below.
The California Department of Education (CDE) is following the guidance of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and directives from the Administration. For the latest information, please go to the CDPH News Releases 2020 Page
and the CDPH COVID-19 Updates Page
.
The ELCD continues to recommend programs consult with local county public health authorities when making decisions that impact families. In addition, the ELCD recommends programs consult closure guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)(PDF).
Helpful Links
California Department of Social Services (CDSS) Office of Tribal Affairs COVID-19 Information
California Department of Social Services (CDSS) Provider Information Notices (PINs)
California Department of Public Health (CDPH)
California Department of Social Services (CDSS)
California Child Care Resource and Referral Network (CCCRRN)
Local Planning Council (LPC) Contact Page
Center for Disease Control (CDC)
Responsive Early Education for Young Children and Families Experiencing Homelessness (PDF)
Email Guidance
November 2020
October 2020
September 2020
August 2020
| Date Sent | Title |
|---|---|
| 8/7/20 | Guidance on Parent Signatures for Monthly Attendance |
| 8/7/20 | Guidance for Serving School-Age Children During Distance Learning |
July 2020
| Date Sent | Title |
|---|---|
| 7/29/20 | Additional Guidance Regarding Essential Protective Gear and Supplies |
| 7/29/20 | Advisory for 12-Month Eligibility |
| 7/28/20 | Guidance on Family Fees |
| 7/19/20 | Reopening for Direct Contract Programs |
| 7/14/20 | COVID-19 Alternative Payment Program Guidance on Attendance |
| 7/10/20 | Extending Services for Children in Emergency Childcare |
| 7/9/20 | Distribution of Essential Protective Gear and Cleaning Supplies |
