Child Find

 

Child Find refers to the federal requirement under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) that all children in need of special education services are identified, located and evaluated.

 

If you are concerned that your preschool child or student is developing or learning differently, please contact the Exceptional Children & Student Services Department.

 

A child study team member will answer the questions you may have. If you would like to request an evaluation for special education and related services, submit a written request to your school district. Address the letter to your child’s teacher, a case manager, or the Director of Exceptional Children & Student Services, along with a brief reason of why you would like to refer your child for evaluation.

 

After receiving your written request, the district will schedule a meeting with you to discuss your concerns. At this meeting, you and the team will decide if an evaluation is needed and, if needed, what the evaluation will include. To the maximum extent appropriate preschoolers and students with disabilities receive their education with children who are not disabled.