# Program Self-Evaluation Process - Program Quality

(a) Each contractor shall develop and implement an annual plan for its program self-evaluation process. 

(b) The annual plan shall include the following: 

              (1) A self-evaluation based on the use of the CCR, as defined in subsection 18023(a)(2) of this Chapter. 

              (2) An assessment of the program by parents using the Desired Results Parent Survey, as defined in subsection 18270.5(d) of this Chapter. 

              (3) An assessment of the program by staff and board members as evidenced by written documentation. 

              (4) An analysis of the CCR findings, including the Desired Results Developmental Profiles, the environment rating scales, and the Desired Results Parent Survey, each of which are defined in Section 18270.5 of this Chapter; together with all other self-evaluation findings. 

              (5) A written list of tasks needed to modify the program in order to address all areas that need improvement, as indicated in the analysis specified in subsection (b)(4). 

              (6) Procedures for the ongoing monitoring of the program to assure that areas of the program that are satisfactory continue to meet standards, and areas requiring modification pursuant to subsection (b)(5) are addressed in a timely and effective manner. 

(c) The contractor shall use the Agency Self-Evaluation Report, as defined in subsection 18270.5(a) of this Chapter, to submit a summary of the findings of the program self-evaluation to the California Department of Education by June 1 of each year. 

(d) The contractor shall modify its program to address any areas identified during the self-evaluation as needing improvement.

> NOTE: Authority cited: Section 8261, Education Code. Reference: Sections 8203 and 8261, Education Code.


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