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NEW MEXICO EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE DEPARTMENT AND TEACHSTONE®

Empowering and Supporting Educators in New Mexico

Teachstone® is honored to partner with the New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) in its commitment to strengthening its early childhood system to enhance the development, education, and well-being of Birth–Five children. Our goal as an ECECD partner is to support New Mexican educators and leaders by improving their skills through purposeful training and professional development focused on the impact of meaningful interactions. This ensures all educators and the children in their care thrive. 

Explore this page to take advantage of the learning opportunities provided by New Mexico and Teachstone to elevate your success through powerful interaction techniques.

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 What is CLASS?
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Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) is a data-driven framework of continuous improvement. It defines teaching quality through the lens of interactions and enables you to measure and improve those interactions that matter most for children’s growth outcomes. To make real progress, you need to be intentional and comprehensive. CLASS offers a strategic model and resources that align with a plan-do-study-act approach. It empowers an ongoing pathway toward improvement with flexible offerings to meet your needs. 

As you implement CLASS, you will

  • Focus* on effective educator-child interactions and create a shared understanding of quality in your program and how it relates to child learning outcomes,
  • Measure the quality of interactions using the research-backed CLASS™ tool to create a system that enables data-driven improvement, and
  • Improve teaching quality through tailored and individualized professional development.
Continuous quality improvement is ongoing, especially in nurturing early childhood development, and CLASS is here to support you on your journey.


*The term "Focus" is specific to Teachstone's CQI framework and is unrelated to the New Mexico FOCUS on Young Children's Learning Tiered QRIS.

This spring, ECECD will begin using the CLASS tool to measure educator-child interactions by collecting data in licensed classrooms across New Mexico. This initial phase is not an evaluation of educators and will not affect your current FOCUS rating. It will, however, serve as a foundational step toward ECECD's goal of seamlessly streamlining and improving its quality rating system. To understand the strategy behind this transition, please visit the ECECD FOCUS Redesign webpage.

You can use the additional resources below to explore how CLASS helps assess and improve classroom interactions.

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INFO SHEET:
What is CLASS?

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HOJA INFORMATIVA:
¿Qué es CLASS?

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WEBINAR: What is CLASS and How to "Do" It

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SEMINARIO WEB: Qué es CLASS y Cómo "Hacer

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 CLASS 2nd Edition

In 2008, the CLASS measurement tool was created to observe and measure educator-child interactions in the field. Since then, the educational landscape has changed significantly. As a result, in 2022, Teachstone created CLASS 2nd Edition. The enhancements to the entire CLASS Measurement Suite focus on balanced outcomes, expanded reach, and measuring for impact. These improvements were implemented while building on and preserving the foundational concepts that make CLASS the standard for measuring and improving classroom interactions. One key change was the evolution of the language used in CLASS dimensions, indicators, and behavioral markers. This adaptation ensures that the tool is applicable across various settings and promotes consistent scoring across observers.

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It is imperative that CLASS reflects and supports the communities we serve, provides a comprehensible implementation process across all age levels, and gives educators actionable insights surrounding experiences that nurture children's developmental success. 

Review CLASS 2nd Edition resources below.

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CLASS 2ND EDITION CROSSWALK:
Infant–Toddler + Pre-K–3rd

<strong>DOWNLOAD<br></strong>

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TABLA DE COMPARACIÓN DE LA
2.ª EDICIÓN DE CLASS:
Bebés–Niños Pequeños 

<strong>DESCARGA<br></strong>

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TABLA DE COMPARACIÓN DE LA
2.ª EDICIÓN DE CLASS:
Pre-K a 3º

<strong>DESCARGA<br></strong>

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CLASS 2ND EDITION PATHWAYS:
Infant–Toddler 
Observers and Trainers

<strong>DOWNLOAD<br></strong>

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CLASS 2ND EDITION PATHWAYS:
Pre-K–3rd
Observers and Trainers

<strong>DOWNLOAD<br></strong>

 CLASS Quality Improvement on myTeachstone™

The CLASS Quality Improvement Subscription on myTeachstone™ gives your organization access to a new, more powerful platform to support your CLASS implementation. It connects Data Collection and Learning Resources to streamline observation data, generate meaningful insights, and prioritize data-driven learning to drive quality improvement initiatives.

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Click the button below to log in to your myTeachstone account to access your CLASS Quality Improvement Subscription.

CQI for Observers

For New Mexico CLASS Observers, the CLASS Quality Improvement Subscription streamlines data entry and reporting, making it easier to collect CLASS data accurately and share results that drive quality improvement initiatives.

CQI for Leaders


The CLASS Quality Improvement Subscription connects Data Collection and Learning Resources, enabling coaches and trainers in New Mexico to use observation data to identify needs, assign professional development, and support continuous quality improvement.

CQI for Educators


For New Mexico educators, the CLASS Quality Improvement Subscription connects Data Collection and Learning Resources to streamline observation data, generate meaningful insights, and prioritize data-driven feedback and learning.

 CLASS Environment™

CLASS Environment™ is a comprehensive program that focuses on the elements of Pre-K–K learning environments. Measuring the elements that matter most—such as classroom arrangements, displays, and materials—empowers you to take steps to improve and results in more effective daily educator-child interactions.

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CLASS Environment is used alongside the CLASS observation tool, which reduces observation time and strengthens opportunities for efficiency and impact. The results lead to easy remedies and intentional guidance that support a multitude of settings and can be easily integrated into a continuous quality improvement system. 

To learn exactly how the learning environment positively impacts children's engagement and growth, and of course, educator-child interactions, explore the resources below.

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PRODUCT PREVIEW:
A Look at CLASS Environment

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CROSSWALK:
ECERS-3 and Pre-K/K–3 CLASS Environment

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WEBINAR:
Ready for School? Setting Up Your Classroom for Success

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WEBINAR:
CLASS Environment in Action


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 CLASS Professional Development for Educators

Improvement is one of the most vital aspects of the CLASS framework. Within our continuous quality improvement model, professional development empowers educators to use evidence-based strategies to strengthen interactions, enhance teaching practices, and ultimately improve student outcomes. Research shows that with ongoing support and access to learning opportunities, educators feel more confident in their skills, which fosters more effective and engaging learning environments.

Learn more about the Teachstone professional learning opportunities available to New Mexico ECECD educators below.

CLASS 2nd Edition Intro to Interactions is a full-day course that provides educators with the foundational knowledge of CLASS while building an understanding of the importance of impactful interactions. Participants will learn how quality interactions create meaningful learning environments, which positively impact child development and outcomes. They will also explore the CLASS observation process and become equipped with useful strategies they can apply in their classrooms immediately. 

This training is available for the following age levels:
  • Infant–Toddler
    • English or Spanish
    • Virtual or In-Person
  • Pre-K–3rd
    • English or Spanish
    • Virtual or In-Person

All educators who complete this training will receive a Certificate of Completion, six Learning Hours, and 0.6 CEUs.

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Ready to begin?
Click the button below to register.

<span style="font-size: 20px;"><strong>BEGIN CREATING MEANINGFUL INTERACTIONS</strong></span>

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CLASS Environment for Educators is a self-guided, on-demand course that offers educators the opportunity to understand how elements of the learning environment impact the quality and consistency of educator-child interactions.

This three-hour course requires completion of the following self-paced, online courses, based on age-level specifications:
  • Pre-K–K CLASS Environment Foundations (0.2 CEUs)
  • CLASS Environment for Pre-K–K Educators (0.1 CEUs)

Please contact your organization's CLASS Lead to register.

 CLASS Overview for Leaders

A successful implementation of CLASS requires leaders to have solid foundational knowledge of the CLASS tool and framework. This empowers school, program, and organizational leaders to support their staff as they focus on improving educator-child interactions.

CLASS Overview for Leaders is a self-paced, two-hour course that equips leaders with the essential guidance they need to seamlessly implement and integrate CLASS into their programs.

Participants will

  • experience how CLASS measures effective interactions,
  • explore the research behind impactful educator-child interactions to better understand how they support positive child outcomes, 
  • learn how to interpret CLASS Observation scores to make data-informed decisions, and
  • gain access to this course and CLASS 2nd Edition resources for a year.
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For school, program, and system leaders ready to begin their CLASS implementation journey, click the button to get started.
<span style="font-size: 20px;"><strong>SUCCESSFUL CLASS IMPLEMENTATION STARTS HERE</strong></span>

 CLASS Observation Training

CLASS Observers are an integral component of the CLASS framework. They are responsible for assessing the quality of educator-child interactions using the CLASS™ tool. The measurement of those interactions allows coaches and leaders to identify meaningful professional learning opportunities for their educators. By centering on interactions at the heart of continuous improvement, educators can help ensure every child has an opportunity to grow socially, emotionally, and academically.

Explore the CLASS Observation Trainings for New Mexico below.

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CLASS Environment Observer Training is a self-guided, on-demand course that trains CLASS-certified Observers on how to properly identify and assess elements of a learning environment that have the most significant effect on positive educator-child interactions.

This five-hour course requires completing the following self-paced, online courses based on age-level specifications:
  • Pre-K–K CLASS Environment Foundations (.2 CEUs)
  • Pre-K–K CLASS Environment within a CLASS Observation (.3 CEUs)
To enroll in this course, you must hold a CLASS 2008 or CLASS 2nd Edition Pre-K or Pre-K–3rd Certification.

Contact your CLASS Lead to register for this course.
The CLASS 2nd Edition Infant–Toddler Observer Certification is a three-day training. Participants will

  • learn about the CLASS tool,
  • discover exactly how it measures effective educator-child interaction,
  • practice observing interactions and coding classrooms, and 
  • explore how leaders and coaches who understand CLASS are better equipped to support quality classroom interactions.
Certified CLASS 2nd Edition Observers are required to recertify annually to maintain their active status. To begin the recertification process, contact your CLASS Lead for a product key.
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Ready to become a certified Infant–Toddler CLASS 2nd Edition Observer? Contact your CLASS Lead.
Then, visit the Reliability Support Page to access CLASS Observer support resources, including guides, tip sheets, and videos.

<span style="font-size: 20px;"><strong>ENHANCE YOUR CLASS OBSERVER SKILLS<br></strong></span>

 CLASS 2nd Edition Trainer Programs

There are two CLASS 2nd Edition Trainer programs available: Measurement Trainer and Interaction Essentials Trainer

Both training programs build capacity, build facilitation skills, and help scale CLASS implementation. However, there are key differences. A Measurement Trainer more holistically supports a program's CLASS implementation by providing professional development opportunities across leaders, observers, and educators. An Interaction Essentials Trainer is mainly focused on deepening CLASS knowledge amongst educators in their programs.

Learn more about the CLASS trainings each trainer type can facilitate, prerequisites, and registration information below.

This comprehensive, in-person three-day program transforms participants into in-house CLASS Trainers and measurement experts. They will learn to train others on CLASS, ensuring consistent and high-quality data collection, as well as a deeper understanding of CLASS principles. Participants will also enhance their facilitation skills to lead efforts in delivering impactful classroom interactions throughout their organization.

PREREQUISITE:
+ CLASS 2nd Edition Pre-K or Pre-K–3rd Certification

PROGRAM REGISTRATION:
+ Contact your CLASS Lead

TRAININGS FACILITATED BY CLASS 2ND EDITION MEASUREMENT TRAINERS:
+ CLASS 2nd Edition Pre-K–3rd Overview for Leaders
+ CLASS 2nd Edition Pre-K–3rd Observer Certification Training
+ CLASS 2nd Edition Pre-K–3rd Observer Transition Training
+ CLASS 2nd Edition Pre-K–3rd Intro to Interactions for Educators

RECERTIFICATION:
+ Certified CLASS 2nd Edition Measurement Trainers are required to recertify annually to maintain their active status. To begin the recertification process, contact your CLASS Lead for a product key.

This three-day, in-person certification program equips certified CLASS 2nd Edition Pre-K Observers with the ability to deliver CLASS 2nd Edition professional development trainings to educators within their organization.

PREREQUISITE:
+ CLASS 2nd Edition Pre-K or Pre-K–3rd Certification

PROGRAM REGISTRATION:
+ Contact your CLASS Lead

TRAININGS FACILITATED BY CLASS 2ND EDITION INTERACTION ESSENTIALS TRAINERS:
+ Interaction Essentials for Educators
+ CLASS 2nd Edition Intro to Interactions for Educators
+ CLASS 2nd Edition Overview for Leaders (Pre-K Only)

RECERTIFICATION:
+ Certified CLASS 2nd Edition Interaction Essential Trainers are required to recertify annually to maintain their active status. To begin the recertification process, contact your CLASS Lead for a product key.

    2026 CLASS Training Schedule

FEBRUARY + MARCH 2026

Registration closes 2 weeks before the training start date.

Educators - In-Person - 1 Day

Infant–Toddler CLASS 2nd Edition Intro to Interactions for Educators

28
Feb
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Educators - In-Person - 1 Day

Infant–Toddler CLASS 2nd Edition Intro to Interactions for Educators

7
Mar
<strong>REGISTER</strong>
Educators - In-Person - 1 Day

Infant–Toddler CLASS 2nd Edition Intro to Interactions for Educators

18
Mar
<strong>REGISTER</strong>
Educadores - Presencial - 1 Dia

2.ª Edición de CLASS Bebés–Niños Pequeños Introducción a las Interacciones para Educadores

19
Mar
<strong>REGÍSTRATE</strong>
Educadores - Virtual - 1 Dia

2.ª Edición de CLASS Pre-K–3 Introducción a las Interacciones para Educadores


Esta sesión es facilitada por un entrenador certificado por CLASS de la Universidad de Nuevo México.
2
Apr
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Educators - Virtual - 1 Day

Infant–Toddler CLASS 2nd Edition Intro to Interactions for Educators


This session is facilitated by a CLASS-certified Affiliate Trainer from the University of New Mexico.
21
Apr
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