Reports
Indicators
States receiving IDEA funds must have a State Performance Plan/Annual Performance Report (SPP/APR) of performance on the following indicators:
Indicator 1: Timely Receipt of Services
This measures the percent of infants and toddlers with IFSPs who receive their early intervention services in a timely manner (within 40 days of their IFSP).
Indicator 2: Settings
This measures the percent of infants and toddlers with IFSPs who primarily receive early intervention services in their homes or community settings.
Indicator 3: Early Childhood Outcomes
This measures the percent of infants and toddlers with IFSPs who demonstrate improved:
- Positive social-emotional skills (including social relationships)
- Acquisition and use of knowledge and skills (including early language/communication)
- Use of appropriate behaviors to meet their needs
Indicator 4: Family Outcomes
This measures the percent of families participating in Part C who report that early intervention services have helped the family:
- Know their rights
- Effectively communicate their children's needs
- Help their children develop and learn
Indicator 5: Child Find (Birth to One)
This measures the percent of infants and toddlers ages birth to one with IFSPs in Mississippi compared to national data
Indicator 6: Child Find (Birth to Three)
This measures the percent of infants and toddlers ages birth to three with IFSPs in Mississippi compared to national data
Indicator 7: 45-Day Timeline
This measures the percent of eligible infants and toddlers with IFSPs who completed an initial evaluation/assessment and an initial IFSP within 45 days of referral
Indicator 8: Early Childhood Transition
This measures the percent of toddlers with disabilities who exited Part C with timely transition planning (at least 90 days before the toddler's third birthday) including:
- Developed an IFSP with a transition plan with steps and services
- Notified the State Department of Education and the local school district of residence that the child is potentially eligible for Part B preschool special education services
- Conducted a transition conference with individuals and agencies invited by the family
Indicator 9: Dispute Resolution: Resolution Sessions
Mississippi Part C does not offer resolution sessions or settlement agreements
Indicator 10: Dispute Resolution: Mediation
This measures the percent of mediations held that resulted in mediation agreements
Indicator 11: State Systemic Improvement Plan
This indicator includes updated information and data on the implementation of the State's Systemic Improvement Plan (SSIP).
