Now Available in GoEngage: CLASS® 2nd Edition

We’re excited to share that CLASS® 2nd Edition is now available in GoEngage—giving your team access to the latest framework for measuring and strengthening educator–child interactions.

As expectations around quality, coaching, and school readiness continue to evolve, having the right tools in place isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. This update ensures your program can stay aligned with industry standards while continuing to support meaningful, data-driven improvement across classrooms.

What is CLASS® 2nd Edition?

The CLASS® 2nd Edition framework, developed by Teachstone, builds on the trusted CLASS model with enhancements designed to improve clarity, usability, and consistency across age groups.

This updated framework is:

• Easier to implement

• More consistent across age groups

• Better aligned with how programs actually operate today

A More Streamlined Approach

One of the biggest shifts is the simplification of age groupings.

Instead of managing separate tools for Infant, Toddler, and Pre-K, the framework now combines them into:

• Infant–Toddler (Birth–Age 3)

• Pre-K–3rd Grade

This streamlined approach reduces complexity while still capturing the depth and quality of interactions that matter most.

What This Means for Your Agency

With CLASS® 2nd Edition now available in GoEngage, your team can:

• Continue using your current CLASS tools without disruption

• Transition to the new framework when your program or state is ready

• Preserve longitudinal data to track progress over time

• Support coaching, school readiness, and continuous quality improvement efforts

• Stay aligned with evolving federal and state expectations

Flexibility That Meets You Where You Are

We know not every agency is transitioning at the same pace.

That’s why GoEngage supports both:

• ✔️ Existing CLASS tools

• ✔️ CLASS® 2nd Edition

You can continue with your current framework or begin transitioning when the timing is right—without losing data or momentum.

Why This Matters in GoEngage

CLASS® 2nd Edition in GoEngage goes beyond observations—it connects directly to your broader program data so you can turn insights into action.

With GoEngage, you can:

• Link observations to outcomes across classrooms and programs

• Support coaching conversations with real-time data

• Combine CLASS data with attendance, family engagement, and program performance

• Eliminate siloed systems and duplicate data entry

This means less time managing systems—and more time focused on improving interactions and outcomes.

Who Should Consider Transitioning?

CLASS® 2nd Edition may be especially relevant if your program is:

• Preparing for state or federal review

• Strengthening coaching and professional development

• Simplifying multi-age classroom observations

• Focused on data-driven quality improvement

How to Set Up CLASS® 2nd Edition in GoEngage

Getting started is simple.

Built for Flexibility—Designed for Growth

CLASS® 2nd Edition simplifies how programs approach observations—but GoEngage ensures you maintain the flexibility you need.

You can:

• Support multiple frameworks simultaneously

• Transition at your own pace

• Maintain data continuity across program years

• Stay compliant with state and federal expectations

We’re Here to Support You

Transitions like this come with important decisions—and you don’t have to navigate them alone.

Whether you’re evaluating timing, planning your transition, or ready to get started, our team is here to support you every step of the way.

Ready to See It in Action?

👉 Schedule a quick walkthrough to see how CLASS® 2nd Edition works inside GoEngage—from observation to coaching to reporting.

GoEngage: Your Partner in Quality Improvement

At GoEngage, we don’t just give you tools—we help you use them to drive real impact.

Better data. Stronger interactions. Meaningful growth.