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documents, brochures, provider notices). ii. [x] Informational materials in languages other than English. iii. [ ] Website in languages other than English. iv. [x] Lead Agency accepts applications at local community-based locations. v. [x] Bilingual caseworkers or translators available. vi. [x] Bilingual outreach workers. vii. [x] Partnerships with community-based organizations. viii. [x] Collaboration with Head Start, Early Head Start, or Migrant and Seasonal Head Start. ix. [ ] Home visiting programs. x. [x] Other. Describe: The Lead Agency has a Rising Pre-K Summer Transition Program, funded in part by CCDF, that targets children who are age eligible for Pre-K the next school year and whose home language is Spanish. The program includes bilingual teachers and a strong family engagement component. Services and resources are provided to families in English and Spanish. In addition, Pre-K is launching a new family portal in January 2025 that will include the ability for families to choose their language to view and access the portal. The Lead Agency continues to recruit bilingual parents for the Family Peer Ambassador program. The Lead Agency also provides financial supports for bilingual individuals to obtain a degree or credential in early childhood education. The Lead Agency is also developing a plan to comprehensively review websites, resources, and forms to determine if these supports should be translated into other languages for families and providers. As part of its child care access, consumer education, and family outreach activities, the Lead Agency funds the toll-free 877ALLGAKIDS Call Center and participation in community events around the state to distribute information about accessing early education supports and provide referrals to high-quality child care. Several of the team members delivering these services are bilingual speakers who are able to assist families whose home language is Spanish. b. Check the strategies the Lead Agency or partners utilize to conduct outreach and provide services to eligible families with a person(s) with a disability. Check all that apply. i. [x] Applications and public informational materials available in braille and other communication formats for access by individuals with disabilities. ii. [x] Websites that are accessible (e.g., Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act). iii. [x] Caseworkers with specialized training/experience in working with individuals with disabilities. iv. [x] Ensuring accessibility of environments and activities for all children. v. [ ] Partnerships with State and local programs and associations focused on disability- related topics and issues. vi. [x] Partnerships with parent associations, support groups, and parent-to-parent support groups, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)