OberlinKids
Story Behind the Curve
Action Plan
Why Is This Important?
According to the 2015-2016 and 2016-2017 school year data, around 46% of children were entering kindergarten NOT READY to learn according to their (Kindergarte Readiness Assessment (KRA) scores as reported by the Oberlin City School District. Research shows that children who enter kindergarten behind, remain behind their better prepared peers. [1] When children begin school with a stronger foundation, they have a greater chace to lead a successful and prosperous live, effecting not only the child but the whole community. OberlinKids is a collaborative of 15 organizations dedicated to developing solutions to ensure that ALL children enter kindergarten healthy and ready to learn.
[1] Laura Justice. “Emergent Literacy” (Presentation, Ohio Department of Education: Literacy Academy Conference, Columbus, Ohio, January 18, 2018).
Story Behind the Curve
June 2018
A series of tests began this month to introduce and begin to utilize an online screenings systen through ASQ Online. This online system is meant to work as an additional touch point for busy families and is in addition to, not replacement of, fafce-toface screenings and family meetings. Initial usage og the online model was unsuccessful with a 0% completion rate.
July 2018
The digital links for parent and child intake form completion and online completion of the ASQ-3 (Developmental) and ASQ-SE-2 (Social-Emotional) screening tools has begun to take off. Various testing is still in progress to identify the key subject lines, incentives (if necessary), and outreach methods to community members to increase the number of children who are screened, therefore identifying more chidlren who may benefit from interventions or further screenings prior to entering kindergarten.
Strategy
Ensure the early identification, assessment, and delivery of services for children with special needs, disabilities, or developmental delays prior to entering kindergarten
Action Plan
September 2018
Kendal Early Learning Center will come on board with the OberlinKids HUB model which will transition all of the scenter's screenings from paper and pencil copies to digital completion either by the parent at home or through collaboration with the center to complete the screenings on site. Once this model is successful, we will begin working with Eastwood Preschool to include their families and teachers once school begins.
Description
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A seamless service delivery model where children and family needs are identified, they are education, referrals made, barriers addressed, and services received |
Core Services/Supports
On Track for Kindergarten Universal Screening System
Individualized Case Management Plans and Referrals
Partner organizations to provide screenings, evaluations, and services
Story Behind the Curve
Facebook keeps changing the format so the number of views fluctuate due to these changes. The industry average open rate for newsletters through Mail Chimp is 22%. OberlinKids continuously achieves higher than industry average open rates. The newsletters are made up of partner agency events and information as well as internal marketing materials. The click rate for the industry averate is 2.9% whereas OberlinKids has a click rate of less than 1%.
Strategy
Community organizations, businesses and families begin to think of OberlinKids when they think of children
Action Plan
Specialized marketing, including press releases and boosted psots through social media, will be utilized in the upcoming months. Special event posts are shared to increase attendance and awareness. Shared marketing and features of OberlinKids branded materials by other partners at their events is going to be discussed to increase the collaborative marketing efforts.
Description
A promotion and outreach plan that has systems for partners and non-partners to refer and/or register families for OberlinKids
Core Services/Supports
Part-time Promotions and Outreach Associate position
Promotion and Outreach Impact Team
Engagement sources such as Facebook, Twitter, Print media, e-newsletters, and partner information/event sharing
Website
Story Behind the Curve
June-August 2018 A group of individuals looking to normalize and encourage breastfeeding in the workplace begain meeting. The focus area for this pilot initative is Oberlin, Ohio. Throughout the summer, Jenn and Kat wookred together to identify workplaces, individuals, and advocate for Oberlin and surround areas. The Lorain County Breastfeeding Support in the Workplace resource guide was created in collaboration between OberlinKids members, a parent volunteer, the Lorain County Breastfeeding Coilition, and was lead by Kat Bray of Lorain County Public Health.
Strategy
Ensure all children enter kindergarten healthy
Action Plan
Consistent message for educating parents on importance of screening, pregnancy care, breastfeeding, and smoking cessation. Identification of existing policies, environmental supports, and systems that promote and support a healthy child
Description
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A service delivery model where children and family needs are identified, they are education, referrals made, barriers addressed, and services received. |
Core Services/Supports
Lorain County Public Health
Health Impact Team
Partner Resources
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