The Early Learning Kindergarten Readiness Partnership and Innovation Program (KPI) is established by ORS 336.101. KPI funds are invested by Early Learning Hubs to support access to and continuity of services that provide supportive transitions for families, particularly the Hub identified priority population(s). Through innovative or promising programming and partnerships, Early Learning Hubs must utilize KPI funding to coordinate regional efforts that address disparities and promote equity.

1. (1) Hubs must invest KPI funding to increase the connection between early learning, K-12, Tribal nations, or other regional sectors to support a successful transition into kindergarten. KPI funding must be used to:

   1. (a) Invest in innovative or promising strategies for early learning, K-12, or other sectors across the state and build a body of evidence that Oregon can use to create stronger alignment between its early learning and K-12 education systems.
   2. (b) Engage families of children who are prenatal through five years of age in being partners in the learning and development of their children. Provide opportunities for families to connect with any of the following: early learning, school, district and community resources.
   3. (c) Promote community and school partnerships and innovations that result in improvements in family and children’s well-being and success in school including access to early literacy resources and programs.
2. (2) As recipients of KPI funds, Hubs must report KPI data to the Department and evaluating agencies as outlined in the Grant Agreement.
3. (3) Funds received for the administration of KPI must be separately accounted for and must be used only to provide funding for the purposes described in the Grant Agreement.

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 417.728, ORS 336.101 & ORS 336.104

Statutes/Other Implemented

ORS 417.728, ORS 417.827, ORS 336.101 & ORS 336.104

History

DELC 6-2025, adopt filed 06/25/2025, effective 10/01/2025