Child Find

LA FERIA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT SPECIAL EDUCATION OPERATING PROCEDURES: CHILD FIND DUTY
Child Find Duty


WHAT IS 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. Schools are responsible for conducting Child Find and identifying all IDEA-eligible students that reside in their jurisdiction. Child Find is not a passive activity, but rather an active process.

WHO IS COVERED UNDER CHILD FIND?
Children with disabilities from birth through age 21 are covered. This includes children who are being homeschooled or who are in private school.

WHO CAN START THE CHILD FIND PROCESS?
Anyone can start the process: a parent/guardian, doctor, teacher, relative or friend can call their local school district Child Find.

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If you have any concerns about your child's development contact:

Shelby Zamora, La Feria ISD Social Worker
505 N. Villarreal Steet
La Feria, Texas 78559
956-797-8500