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State Early Childhood Special Education Coordinators Affinity Group


Who We Are


  • The ECSE Affinity Group comprises state coordinators of early childhood special education (often called 619 Coordinators).

  • The affinity group's primary goal is to support representatives in expanding their knowledge and expertise as state leaders of early childhood special education.

  • This affinity group's unique purpose is to provide valuable information, resources, and networking opportunities for State Coordinators of Early Childhood Special Education through 

    1. Enhancing their understanding of effective implementation of federal and state statutes and regulations governing the education of three- to five-year-old children with disabilities. This includes providing general supervision and technical assistance to local educational agencies (LEAs) and families.

    2. Collaborating with early childhood partners to build equitable and inclusive systems and supports for young children with disabilities.

    3. Contributing data-informed knowledge to discussions to enhance service delivery systems and improve outcomes for young children with disabilities and their families.

What We Do


The State Early Childhood Special Education Coordinators’ Affinity Group:

  1. Participates in the business of the association.

  2. Informs, supports, and implements aligned initiatives of NASDSE's strategic plan.

  3. Updates the NASDSE Board of Directors on the initiatives, progress, and needs of the affinity group.

  4. Collaborates with state directors and other affinity groups to address critical needs in the early childhood special education field.

  5. Contributes to the overall well-being of NASDSE and promotes the association in the field of early childhood special education.

  6. Keeps AG members apprised of NASDSE activities and opportunities.