SPEDTalking Child Find, Evaluation, & ARD supports

In this episode of SPEDTalk, Pam and John are joined by Kara Zwolinski (ESC Region 4) and Dawn Vanderhule (TEA) to discuss the Child Find, Evaluation, and ARD Supports Statewide Leadership Network also referred to as Network One. Child Find is legally required, and is an important first step to finding children with disabilities and getting them the support and services they require to be successful in school. The full and individual initial evaluation (FIIE) is a critical component when determining the eligibility and needs of the child. The role of the ARD committee is to develop the IEP to enable a child with a disability to achieve the prescribed goals resulting in positive outcomes. [TEA Special Education Strategic Plan, April 2018] The responsibility of the Child Find, Evaluation, and ARD Supports Network is to ensure all children with disabilities are located, evaluated, identified, and that free appropriate public education (FAPE) is made available. If you'e interested in learning more about Child Find, Evaluation and ARD Supports, be sure to visit Network One's Website at the link below. Child Find, Evaluation, & ARD Supports Network Big Changes @spedtalk2020 SPEDTalk Dashboard Destination Education Creations ~Courage Creates Culture & Kindness Keeps Us Connected~