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Describe how the State agency, intermediaries, and E&T providers share participant data and information. Include the names of any MIS systems (or other modes of communication) used. As mentioned previously, DSS coordinates SNAP E&T efforts with other state agencies, councils, and boards to help streamline services. Our partnerships include the state DOL, the GWC, OWS, and CT State Colleges and Universities. DSS participates in quarterly meetings with the GWC which include DOL, CT State, and OWS. DSS also holds a contract with DOL for data sharing. Information is also shared via secured e-mail when necessary. If the State uses a MIS system, describe the E&T related data that is tracked and stored in those systems (e.g. referrals, noncompliance with program requirements, provider determination, etc.), and whether the system(s) interact with each other. DSS and E&T Providers utilize the CTPathways system, a Salesforce web-based system. Demographic information, SNAP eligibility, assessments, employability plans, case notes, participant expenses and component information are shared through CTPathways. Referrals are currently being sent from eligibility operations staff by a secure email to the SNAP E&T email box: SNAPET@ct.gov. Describe the State agency’s process for monitoring E&T providers’ program and fiscal operations. Include plans for direct monitoring such as visits, as well as indirect monitoring such as reviewing program data, financial invoices, etc. DSS conducts annual monitoring visits to the partner locations. Annual partner reviews assess performance including the documentation of case management and successful completions. During annual monitoring visits DSS reviews a random sample of participants. Through the sample of participants, we look at the following criteria: complete student files including all demographics needed for annual reporting, case notes entered to document case management, participant status (start/end, complete vs. withdrawn), time and effort reports for staff working on the grant, availability of non-federal funds eligible for reimbursement and overall trends. How frequently does the State agency monitor E&T providers’ program and fiscal operations? Daily Weekly Monthly Quarterly Bi-Annually Annually Other Describe how the State agency evaluates the performance of providers in achieving the purpose of E&T (assisting members of SNAP households in gaining skills, training, work, or experience that will increase their ability to obtain regular employment and meets State or local workforce needs). 1/28/26, 11:04 AM State Plan CT FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-ctfy26stateplan//index.html 13/96