Quality Standards and Continuous Quality Improvement

The purpose of the Quality Standards for Expanded Learning in California is to describe high levels of “Quality” of a program at the programmatic, staff and participant levels.

Continuous Quality Improvement

In accordance with California Education Code sections 8484 and 8427, all After School Education and Safety, 21st Century Community Learning Centers grants, and 21st Century High School After School Safety and Enrichment for Teens programs in California shall engage in a data-driven continuous quality improvement process based on the Quality Standards.