什么是儿童发现?

孩子找到 is a component of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) 2004 that requires States and Local Education Agencies (school 区s and charter schools) to 识别, 定位, and evaluate all children with disabilities residing in the State, regardless of the severity of their disabilities, and who are in need of special education and related services (34 CFR 300.111). 孩子找到 is a continuous process of public awareness activities, screening and evaluation designed to 定位, 识别, and evaluate children with disabilities who are in need of Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Programs (Parts C) or Special Education and Related Services (Part B).

What does "child with a disability" mean?

The term "child with a disability" means a child with an intellectual disability, hearing impairment (including deafness), 言语或语言障碍, visual impairment (including blindness), serious emotional disturbance (referred to as "emotional disturbance"), 骨科损伤, 自闭症, 创伤性脑损伤, 其他健康损害, or specific learning disability; and who, 因此, needs special education and related services (34 CFR 300.8).

What do I do if I know of an infant, child, or adolescent who does not learn easily?

All individuals develop at their own pace but some have more difficulty than others. Early identification and intervention can prevent failure and frustration. Special attention to teaching and learning strategies may help individuals overcome barriers to learning. Often these strategies can be provided through general education programs. The 孩子找到 Framework of the Legal Framework for the Child-Centered Process (www.esc18.网) provides additional information and outlines mandates.

Under the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), 2001, each LEA must have a 区 improvement plan developed to guide 区 and campus staff in the improvement of student performance for all student groups in order to attain state standards. The 区 improvement plan must include strategies for improvement of student groups not achieving; processes for addressing the needs of children in special programs; integration of technology in instructional and administrative programs; positive behavior supports; staff development for educators; and accelerated instruction.

What happens if the student continues to struggle even with these general education supports?

The parent(s) or legal guardian will be contacted by the local school 区. The child may be referred for a full individual evaluation (FIE) to help determine eligibility for special education and related services. Parents/guardians and the school will decide if an evaluation is needed. The same group may develop an evaluation plan designed to assess areas of concern. If appropriate, an evaluation will be conducted by a qualified school 区/agency personnel. The parents and evaluation personnel will have a meeting to talk about evaluation results and eligibility for special education and related services.

Who can begin the 孩子找到 process?

Anyone can start the process: a parent/guardian, 医生, 老师, relative or friend can call their local school 区 孩子找到. If you are concerned about a child's learning, contact your local school campus, 区, 或者特许学校.

What services may be available through special education?

Each child's individual need(s) will be addressed on an individualized basis by a team consisting of: public agency representative, 父母或监护人, a person who can interpret evaluation information, 讨论资格, 识别 area(s) of need for specialized instruction, including related services (such as occupational therapy, 物理治疗, or counseling) and develop a plan to fit the needs of the child.

服务费用是多少?

All services provided by Local Education Agencies (school 区s and charter schools) through IDEA 2004 (Part B) Special Education and Related Services (Part B) are at no cost to the individual or parents.

我该联系谁？?

If you are concerned about a child's learning, contact the 孩子找到 Coordinator for 谢尔曼ISD, at 903-891-6439.