Hello Niya —

The Kansas Kindergarten Readiness Snapshot isn’t just a chance to gather information–it’s an opportunity to build relationships with families to support students’ success in school. In the latest edition of the Kansas Kindergarten Readiness Snapshot News & Updates, we’re featuring practical tips so you can confidently discuss ASQ results with families.

Sharing ASQ® results with families and planning meaningful next steps is essential for supporting each child’s development. Whether you're discussing typical results or preparing to share that further support may be needed, these practical tips can help you navigate those conversations with care and confidence. Here’s a sneak peek:

### Tips for Discussing ASQ Results
- Listen to the family.
- Give parents an opportunity to express their perceptions of their child.
- Be open to new ideas and viewpoints.

Want more tips? Download the full tip sheet to help guide thoughtful, family-centered follow-up.

New to interpreting ASQ results? Many factors can influence a child’s screening results—from health or biological factors to environmental influences. Understanding these factors will help you make thoughtful, timely referrals that truly support each child’s needs.

Read this article for key considerations to keep in mind as you interpret results for every student.

Need to review and share results for multiple students? You can quickly generate and print completed information summaries for multiple students—all in just a few clicks. Each summary includes questionnaire information, results, noted concerns, and any follow-up actions.

Download the tip sheet for step-by-step instructions on how to use this helpful time-saving feature.

Understanding ASQ data and sharing it thoughtfully is your opportunity to partner with families to improve kindergarten readiness.

Looking for an efficient way to communicate ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2 results? These Kindergarten Readiness Snapshot Summary Sheets make it easy to share results with families. Each sheet provides a summary of their child’s screening results, including score explanations and recommended next steps.

Looking for simple, effective ways to support student development? Each issue includes a free, ready-to-use activity you can try in your classroom or share with families and caregivers to reinforce classroom learning. Every activity is aligned with Kansas Early Learning Standards.

To contact us, or get more information on the Kansas Kindergarten Readiness Snapshot, click below.

If you’re looking to deepen your ASQ knowledge, KSDE and the Kansas Parent Information Resource Center will be hosting an Introduction to ASQ for Infants and Toddlers training on Sept. 18 from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. Register at ksdetasn.org/events.

The resources shared in this newsletter are great tools to build your confidence in interpreting and discussing ASQ results. In our live trainings, we encourage educators to pair up and practice one of these conversations. That’s a helpful strategy as you’re preparing to share with families, too! If you have any questions or would like to talk through a particular result before visiting with a family, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

Contact Amanda Petersen (Amanda.Petersen@ksde.gov) and Stacy Clarke (Stacy.Clarke@ksde.gov) with any ASQ needs. We are glad to be of assistance.

As we approach the end of August, this is a good time to check in to see who has completed both the ASQ-3 and the ASQ:SE-2, and to follow up with those families who have not yet shared their responses. Remember that Sept. 22, 2025 is the deadline to complete Kindergarten Readiness Snapshot screenings for the year.