Change in Transitioning to Preschool

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA) has recently released their new regulations involving Early Intervention.  One of the changes that will soon begin involves the process of transitioning children from early intervention to preschool special education services.  Beginning in May, children who are eligible for early intervention services and do not "opt-out" from having their information sent to the preschool special education department of the local educational agency (Davis School District) and are 30 to 33 months old will be referred to the Davis Preschool Program.  Previously children were referred at 33 months of age.  This means that if your child is 30 to 33 months old and you have chosen to release information (child's name and date of birth as well as the parent's contact information) to the school district, it will be automatically shared electronically between Davis Early Intervention and Davis Preschool.

The sharing of this information allows for a smooth transition for children who are eligible for preschool special education services into the preschool program when they turn three.  However, you have the right to opt-out of having your child's information released if you do not want the preschool program to be aware of your child.  The opt-out notice must be received in writing prior to April 26th.  If you choose to not have your child's information released we will not be conducting a transition meeting to initiate the process of transitioning your child into the preschool program at the conclusion of early intervention services.  No action needs to be taken on your part if you do wish for your child to be tested to determine eligibility for the preschool program.

If you choose to opt-out of the information release, you can provide written notice to your service provider or through email.  If you have any questions, please contact me, mzeschke@dsdmail.net or 801 402-5403

Mandy