CAPSDAC Updates

This page contains updates related to the California Preschool Data Collection (CAPSDAC) system including system updates, correspondence, and newsletters.

CAPSDAC Updates

The CAPSDAC Updates listed below include abbreviated descriptions of the contents of each memo, with the most recent listed on top.

2024–2025 Fiscal Year

CAPSDAC Update #4 (Rescinded on 30-Jan-2025)
Topics Include: Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR) Announcement, Instruction Guide, & Training Videos
CAPSDAC Update #3 (Dated 16-Oct-2024)
Topics Include: Child Record File Management: New Download Option, Home & Mailing Address Zip Code Update
CAPSDAC Update #2 (Dated 27-Sep-2024)
Topics Include: Updates to Permit/Credential Field Options, What to Do If Dual Language Learner (DLL) Interviews Are Pending, Reporting Enrollment for Children Enrolled in Multiple Sites and Classrooms
CAPSDAC Update #1 (Dated 3-Sep-2024)
Topics Include: Updated Language Field Options, Aide Language Fields Now Optional for Classroom Records, Expanded Error Message List for Large CSV Files, Updates to Permit/Credential Field Options, Encouraging Use of SSID from CALPADS

Questions: CAPSDAC Support | CAPSDAC@cde.ca.gov

Last Reviewed: Thursday, January 30, 2025

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