PIECE-NV is part of a broader network of projects funded by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs. These initiatives aim to enhance the professional development of community college faculty as they prepare early childhood educators to serve all young children—including those with disabilities, dual language learners, and children who are dually identified. A selection of related projects is listed below.

• University of North Carolina – Script-NC
• University of Toledo – Great Start for Higher Ed
• University of Washington – EarlyEdU Alliance
• University of Connecticut – ECPC
• University of Colorado – PAR²A Center
• University of Hawaii – HI-PRO
• Virginia Commonwealth University – Workforce Ready
• San Diego State University – Project PIPELINES
• CUNY on behalf of Borough of Manhattan Community College
• University of Cincinnati