Child Find is a component of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) that requires districts to identify, locate, and evaluate all children with disabilities, aged birth to 21, who are in need of early intervention or special education services.

The Bethel School District conducts specific activities for students ages birth to 21 with suspected disabilities who reside within the district’s boundaries. This includes students attending private schools. Approximately 10 to 15 percent of all children have a disability which hinders their educational development. Early identification of disabilities assists parents, students and schools in the design of appropriate educational services.

Child Find Screenings for Children Birth to Three
If you have developmental concerns for your child before the age of three, you can contact Bethel School District for information about birth to three developmental centers in the area. These centers conduct screening, assessment and early intervention services for children up to age three. http://www.childfindidea.org/
Contact Amy Lien (253)683-5851

Screening for Children Three to Five (Preschool)
If your child is a preschooler, and you have concerns about his or her development, the Bethel School District offers monthly screenings for preschool children to provide information to parents on school related development. Parents are encouraged to take advantage of this free service, especially if you have questions regarding your child’s development.

Vision, hearing, and motor screenings are provided, as well as information on how your child is doing with language, learning and behavior skills. If you wish to schedule your child for a screening appointment, please contact the early childhood Child Find appointment line at (253)683-6929. 

The screenings are conducted at
Thompson Preschool
303 159th St E
Tacoma, WA 98445

Child Find Screening Dates for 2011 - 2012

Friday, September 9, 2011
Friday, October 7, 2011
Friday, November 4, 2011
Friday, December 2, 2011
Friday, January 6, 2012
Friday, February 3, 2012
Friday, March 2, 2012
Friday, April 13, 2012
Friday, May 11, 2012
Friday, June 1, 2012