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Autism Identification and Supports for Early Childhood Students
Quick guide for educators and families on laws and policies related to the identification of students with Autism ages 3 and older.
Part C to B Transition At-A-Glance Assessment Team Leadership
Transitions occur for children and families across their lifespan. One major transition required within IDEA is when children turn 3 years old and transition out of Part C Early Intervention Programs into Part B Services for School-Aged Children. Families have procedural safeguards and protections that ensure they are fully informed about the process and options as their child is assessed for eligibility under Part B of the IDEA. Local LEAs have a requirement under the IDEA to ensure that 100% of the children receiving Part C services and found eligible for Part B, have Part B services in place by the child’s third birthday.
Play-based Assessment Observational Notes
Use this downloadable, fillable PDF during your assessments in order to capture play-based child observations!
Dig Deeper
Here you will find additional resources to support the creation of preschool environments designed equitably to meet students’ unique needs. Resources cover topics such as: Early Childhood Behavior Management Rules, the UDL Early Childhood Crosswalk, and Part C to Part B Transition.
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CalECSE
The California Early Childhood Special Education Network (CalECSE) is a technical assistance (TA) project funded under the CDE that will support local educational agencies (LEAs), SELPAs, County Offices of Special Education (COEs), and other Agency Partners in the areas of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part C to B Transitions, Preschool Assessment Practices, and Preschool Child Find by providing TA, professional learning, and demonstration of tangible practices that have been proven successful.
Desired Results Access Project
The Desired Results Access Project supports special educators, administrators, and families in implementing the California Department of Education’s Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) for: Infants and toddlers with Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs); and Preschool-age children with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).