Past Tips of the Week
NOTE: 2015 Tips Have Been Archived
WEEK | TIP |
July 7, 2019 | The 4th Wednesday of each month, WVBTT presents a “Lunch n Learn” training webinar. Topics vary each month covering special interests and programs that are helpful for our WVBTT families. Visit the WVBTT Training Schedule to register for “Lunch n Learn” and more. |
April 30, 2018 | There is still time to register for the Social Emotional Institute being held on May 21-22, 2018 |
February 12, 2018 |
Are you using the correct forms for your BTT documentation? Many forms have been
updated and are now available under Standard Documentation Forms at: http://www.wvdhhr.org/birth23/sdforms.asp |
January 22, 2018 | Click here for a helpful guide from the CDC on how to protect yourself and your family during flu season. |
December 18, 2017 | IMPORTANT CHANGES TO WVBTT TRAININGS - Important Post Testing Information effective January 1, 2018 |
November 6, 2017 |
Update on Training Registration Process for WV Birth to Three Webinars through
the WV STARS System CLICK LINK TO LEARN MORE |
September 25, 2017 |
Please plan to attend the regional meeting scheduled for your area to learn
about more about exciting changes that are taking place with the WV Birth to
Three program.
Click link for date and time |
August 21, 2017 |
It is your responsibility to keep your profile information in the Practitioner
Service Directory up to date. So that your Interim Service Coordinator is aware
of your availability for families, this must be updated every 90 days.
Information on how to update your profile can be found here: http://www.wvdhhr.org/birth23/files/instruct_change_email.pdf |
July 31, 2017 | |
July 5, 2017 | While parents often refer to their child by a nickname, it is important that we use the child's legal name on all BTT documentation. Always verify the correct spelling and if there is a change please submit a Change of Information form to the RAU to update WVBTT Online. |
May 5, 2017 |
MISSED APPOINTMENTS - Document the reasons for a missed visit on the
Missed Appointment Documentation form and on the
Correspondence/Phone Contact Log. If the family elects to not have the
visit rescheduled, document that they chose to not have a make-up visit.
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May 15, 2017 | The WV State Training and Registry system, WVSTARS, is a collaborative effort across WV early childhood programs to implement a comprehensive continuum of specialized training and career mobility for all early care and education professionals. In January of 2017, WVBTT became a member of the Registry System. Turn learn more, participate in the June training, WV State Training Registry System: A New Vision for Professional Development. To register for WVSTARS please visit: http://wvstars.org/professionals |
May 8, 2017 |
Practitioners are responsible for providing the Regional Administrative Unit
(RAU) with the original hard copy of evaluations even though information may
have uploaded to the Child Library on WVBTT Online. The RAU is responsible for
maintaining the official early intervention record. Any documentation that is
uploaded to the Child Library is also to be sent to the RAU to be filed. For
other WVBTT Online Q&A, please visit
Come
Grow With Us Q & A. |
May 1, 2017 |
If you have questions or concerns about the correct version please contact
your TA Specialist. |
February 14, 2017 | "Make Every Connection Matter" - Come Celebrate 20 Years With Celebrating Connections - April 4-7, 2017 - Charleston, WV |
September 12, 2016 | WV Birth to three commits to protecting the confidentiality of all personal identifying information (PII). To uphold this standard Birth to Three practitioners should not e-mail or text personal information unless it is password protected or encrypted. Remember IF you cannot make phone contact with a team member, you may utilize the “Team Note” section in WVBTT Online to communicate. |
August 8, 2016 | WV Birth to Three offers a monthly Lunch and Learn session via Go-To-Training. These 1 hour educational sessions are meant to share resource information with professionals and families who reside in WV. Check the bulletin board on the WVBTT Homepage for registration information. |
July 11, 2016 |
Want to learn more about what Early Intervention is and Why it works? Or maybe
you are looking for ways to share that information with families. Visit
Virginia's Professional
Development site to find videos, handouts and articles about Early
Intervention. |
July 5, 2016 |
Did you know that WVBTT Monthly Training Calendar can be shared with families
and other early childhood professionals? Encourage your families to attend BTT
Training webinars when a topic fits their needs and/or interests. |
June 13, 2016 |
Learn more about the WV Interagency Coordinating Council (WVICC) including
membership information, upcoming events and helpful resources. You will find
this and more on their updated website:
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June 6, 2016 |
WV Practitioner Service Directory - If you are unable
to serve an entire county, input zip codes to reflect availability. Zip codes
can be found at www.usps.com |
May 31, 2016 |
Did you know WV Birth to Three has a mission statement and key principles? Here
is our mission statement: "WV Birth to Three partners with families and
caregivers to build upon their strengths by offering coordination, supports, and
resources to enhance children's learning and development."
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May 12, 2016 |
REMINDER: When scheduling audiological evaluations
for your children please make sure that paperwork has been received at the state
office prior to the child’s appointment date. This will
ensure that an authorization is in place for the service in a timely manner.
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May 2, 2016 |
Have you recently taken the time to read the WV Birth to Three Technical Assistance Bulletins (TA Bulletins)? The TA Bulletins are full of important information about WV Birth to Three policies and procedures. Review the TA Bulletin. |
April 11, 2016 |
The CSC Help Desk is available for questions about WVBTT Online. They can
provide log-ins, passwords and answer technical questions about uploading
documents. You can find the Contact Information for CSC at
https://www.wvbttonline.com/ at the
bottom of the page under the link ‘Help Desk’. Your WVBTT Regional Technical
Assistance Specialist and/or Sarah James, CQI Coordinator, can help with program
related questions. |
April 4, 2016 |
Are you taking the steps necessary to keep yourself safe while out making
home visits? WV Birth to Three has a very useful document concerning Personal
Safety Guidelines on the WV Birth to Three website.
Check it out! |
March 28, 2016 |
Practitioners and Ongoing Service Coordinators please remember to update your
matrix every 90 days. When the Matrix is printed by the RAU to present to
families, your information will not be shown. When the Matrix is presented
online your Matrix will list "Availability
may no longer be valid". |
March 14, 2016 |
WVBTT Online has many great features that can help to keep you organized. Check
out this Q&A document WV BTT
Onlnine Q & A for some helpful information about WVBTT Online. As a
reminder if you haven't completed your Confidentiality Agreement and/or the
Online Access form you will not have access WVBTT Online, to complete these
forms visit https://www.wvbttonline.com/
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March 7, 2016 |
Camp Gizmo is a five day, hands-on camp where parents,
professionals, and students learn how assistive technology can help young
children (birth-8 years) with significant and multiple developmental needs.
Applications for Camp Gizmo are due at the end of April. More information can be
found by visiting: |
February 29, 2016 |
Did you know? WV Birth to Three offers a Lunch and Learn webinar once per month.
Each webinar highlights a resource that could benefit the families you serve.
Check the Training Calendar on the WVBTT website each month to see who the guest
presenter will be! |
February 22, 2016 |
Reminder: Annual and Exit COSFs need to go to the WVBTT State Office. We
recommend that the practitioner or service coordinator make a copy of the Annual
or Exit COSF for their clinical files before mailing it to the State Office, in
case of future audits
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February 15, 2016 |
INCLEMENT WEATHER |
February 8, 2016 |
Save the Date! The 2016 Celebrating Connections Conference will be at the
Charleston Civic Center from April 5th -8th. |
January 25, 2016 |
If you are unable to serve an entire county, input zip codes to reflect
availability. Zip codes can be found at
www.usps.com. |
January 18, 2016 |
Interested in learning more about WVBTT Online? Click here for a "How To" video
containing everything you need to know about WVBTT Online, including how to
register, run reports and upload documents. |
January 11, 2016 |
As the New Year begins, everyone's schedules become a little busier! Changes in schedules may mean more outings for families. Remember - Natural environments can be anywhere a child lives, learns and plays. Open your mind to the learning possibilities inherent in many naturally occurring situations and activities. |