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I’m new to CLI Engage. How do I create my account and get started?
Welcome! If you haven’t already, contact our support team to set-up your account. Please note that your school may need to set-up your account for you. Look for an email inviting you to create your CLI Engage account and follow the steps to login for the first time.
Be sure to review our Getting Started webpage that features lots of helpful resources as you get started on our platform.
Which account is right for me?
We have lots of users on CLI Engage, from parents to early childhood teachers and administrators in thousands of schools. Review our CLI Engage User Roles Descriptions to learn about the different roles and determine which role might be best for you. Most Texas users can access CLI Engage at no cost. Learn more on our Sign-Up page.
Our Public Access account is designed for parents and any early childhood professionals outside the free eligibility. Many CLI Engage resources are available for all users, including public access.
I can't login to my account.
First, try our Login Help screen if you need to:
- Reset your password
- Get a new invitation email (logging in for the first time, or trying to use a new account/email)
- Set-up an account as a new CLI Engage user
Or, submit a help ticket so our support team can assist you.
How much does CLI Engage cost?
CLI Engage is available at no cost to thousands of schools and programs in Texas. Learn more about this eligibility, known as TSR Online. We also have a Public Access account that offers free access to a large set of our resources, at no cost for any programs who may not be eligible for our TSR Online package.
The Children’s Learning Institute also offers fee-based CLI Engage access to non-eligible programs seeking specific resources beyond our Public Access suite. Contact the CLI Solutions Group for more information.
How can I find resources for my classroom?
CLI Engage has many resources for early childhood teachers – so many that you might be overwhelmed! Visit our classroom resources webpages to find a customized set of resources on CLI Engage designed to support your classroom, from infants through 2nd grade.
How do I upload my roster for child progress monitoring?
We have several options to upload your class roster(s) into CLI Engage. Visit Uploading Teacher and Student Data to learn about these options and access support resources to guide you through these processes.
What reports are available for child progress monitoring?
CLI Engage has many child progress monitoring reports to support teachers, instructional specialists, administrators, and directors. Visit Accessing Reports to learn all about the reports, including visual options and raw data exports, with links to support resources to guide you through accessing and downloading the various reports.
Do you have resources for small group lesson planning linked to progress monitoring?
Yes, CLI Engage is designed to support teachers in making data-based instructional decisions based on child progress monitoring data to maximize learning opportunities for children. We have a customized small grouping tool that automatically assigns children to small groups and offers recommended activities to support each skill area from our CIRCLE Activity Collection.
How can I access the kindergarten literacy screener?
The kindergarten literacy screener is part of the Texas Kindergarten Entry Assessment on CLI Engage. TX-KEA features multiple waves of assessment (BOY, MOY, and EOY), so you can combine literacy screener administration with ongoing progress monitoring.
Do you have trainings for teachers?
Yes, we have lots of online trainings for early childhood professionals! Login to your CLI Engage account to access professional development across any topics, including progress monitoring training, in-depth child skill development, and more. Learn more about CLI Engage professional development, available to access and earn certificates at no cost to most users.
How do I prepare files for TEA’s Early Childhood Data System?
Visit our ECDS uploads pages for helpful tips and links to resources to ensure a smooth upload process:
If you’re new to CLI Engage but need access to your district’s data for ECDS, submit a help ticket and be sure to mention “ECDS” so we can prioritize your access. We highly recommend that users exporting data for ECDS have the community/district user roles on CLI Engage.
I need help. How can I speak to someone for assistance?
Our support team is available to help users with questions and issues. Please submit a help ticket to contact our team. We also offer assistance through support team office hours, Wednesdays-Fridays from 9-11 AM and 1-4 PM. Find the information to login and speak with our team in our office hours calendar.