Supporting Early Childhood Transition:
Helping Families and Children at a Critical
Time
Presented by
Shannon Dunstan
And
Carolee Eslinger
Needs Assessment Survey Results
Needs Assessment ResultsThe Transition Process: State ITP State
SDistsAdequately describes the array of preschool services
85% 90%
Offers family opportunity to visit LEA classroom
95% 88%
Gathers additional info (eval/assessment) in timely manner to determine eligibility
83% 87%
Discusses timelines, expectations, and other family concerns
88% 90%
Discusses other community options beyond Part B preschool
79% 77%
How frequently does this occur in transitions to Part B services?
State ITP
StateSDists
Timely invitation to transition conference 87% 74%
Agency collaboration to meet child and family’s needs
88% 78%
Share useful information to assist in eligibility determination
93% 74%
Have a primary contact person to call in other agency
88% 82%
Needs Assessment Results
The current Interagency Protocol clarifies the following:
State ITP
StateSDists
Evaluations/Assessments to be shared 56% 57%
Transition meeting coordination and scheduling
68% 61%
Information to be exchanged and timeframes for sharing
63% 69%
Needs Assessment Results
The Webinar Overview of Transition Planning Notification to LEA - Level 1 and Level 2 Development of IFSP Transition Plan Transition Conference Referral to Part B Preschool Special
Education Services Evaluation and Eligibility for Part B IEP Development Provision of Services
Additional Content: Procedural Safeguards Idaho’s Transition Related Timeline Tools to Support Notification 1 and 2
Format for NotificationPotentially Eligible graphicEligibility Summary for Part C
ESY Discussion Unique Circumstances
Late Referrals and Summer Birthdays
Early Intervention Services
Early Intervention and Evidence-based Practices Home and community settings Primary provider supported by a multidisciplinary
team Focus on child/families interests and daily
activities (Functional outcomes) “Coaching style” of interaction Service Coordination Flexible scheduling to accommodate
family/child’s needs
Safeguard Sam’s Video on Procedural Safeguards
Activities Timeline Part C to Part B Transitions
Child’s Age in MonthsYears.Months
242 25 26
272.3 28 29
302.6 31 32
332.9 34 35
363
36+3+
Transition Events
Discuss “transitioning” with all families whose child is nearing age 2
Include transition steps/activities in 2nd birthday IFSP
Send Notification 1 (& Notification 2 if
appropriate) to District
If consent given, share existing evaluations/ records with District
Schedule, invite, & hold transition conference (consider combining with IFSP review)
Schedule visit to school &/or observation by District (Recommended)
District conducts additional assessment/
evaluation (if needed)
Eligibility determined by District
IEP developed
IEP services begin
COSF exit scores shared w/ District
Notes: Both systems must work together to assure required transitional activities occur and if appropriate, an IEP is developed and implemented by the child’s third birthday.
1) Green shaded areas denote suggested/optional timeframes for completion of activities.2) Red box denotes latest allowable time for completion of compliance-related activities. 3) The above timeframes must be adjusted and/or accelerated if child’s birthday occurs during Districts summer break
or child enters early intervention services after 2 years 6 months of age.
2nd Birthday Planning
2nd Birthday IFSP Meeting
Notifications to LEA
Notifications to LEA Two Different Notifications Notification #1 = ALL Children served over 2.6 Part C shares:
Child and Parent’s Name and Contact Information Child’s DOB Optional
S.C.’s name and contact info. Family’s primary language
Notifications to LEA
• Notification #2 = “Potentially Eligible Children” over 2.6 years
• Notification 2 = Initial Referral to LEA for Part B eligibility determination
• Following Notification 2, LEA will:• Make contact with the family • Provide notice of procedural safeguards• Provide written information about Part B • Complete appropriate referral and evaluation
responsibilities
Potentially Eligible for Part B If Child is Over Age 2.6 with an IFSP and is Eligible Under:
Developmental Delay
(DD)Established Condition (EC)
Informed Clinical Opinion (ICO)
Confirmed Sensory Impairment (Deaf/Blind, HI,VI)
Physical Impairment (orthopedic)
Interactive Disorder Other Health
Impairment
Premature Infant under 32 weeks GA
Premature Infant +Environmental Risk Factors
Medically Fragile Condition
Refer Refer
Individual consideration and decisions about referral as potentially eligible required.
Do not refer unless
extenuating circumstanc
es exist
Transition Conference
Transition Conference
Required between 2.3 -2.9 years ITP sends written invitation to parent, LEA, and
others as requested by parents Child’s information shared with LEA prior to
conference (with consent) LEA required to attend conference ITP must hold timely conference even if LEA
doesn’t attend
Transition Conference
The following must occur at the conference Review information reflective of child’s development
and performance Share info. about LEA services, other community
resources, timelines, eligibility criteria, and process to evaluate or determine eligibility
Review options from B-day to end of school year Decide if “Referral for Special Education Evaluation”
is appropriate
Referral to Part B Preschool Services
Extended School YearServices shall be considered in light of:
1.Emerging Skill
2.Regression-Recoupment
3.Self-sufficiency
Decision shall be based on:
1.Data Collection
2.Written Documentation
Late Referrals
Late Referrals
Late Referral to Infant Toddler ProgramAge 30-33 mo. ( 2yrs 6 mo. to 2yrs 9 mo.)Age 33-34.5 mo. (2yrs 9 mo. to 2yrs 10.5 mo.)Age 34.5 mo. to 36 mo. (2 yrs 10.5 mo. to 3 yrs)
Late Referral to District from Infant Toddler Program
Summer Birthdays
Planning for School Breaks
According to Idaho Code, LEA’s can not exceed 60 calendar days from consent to determining eligibility, excluding periods when regular school is not in session for five or more consecutive school days.
LEA’s then have 30 days to complete and implement the IEP, also excluding periods when regular school is not in session for five or more consecutive school days.
LEA’s still have an obligation to have an IEP in place by the student’s 3rd birthday.
Good communication is essential when approaching school holidays and summer break.
Evaluation and Eligibility
How is Part C Different from Part B?
Part C
A comprehensive program of educational and therapeutic services for the eligible
child and family that facilitates the developmental process of children
ages birth to three whose
developmental patterns are atypical or are
at serious risk of becoming atypical due to certain physical or mental conditions.
Eligibility Categories - DD, EC, ICO
Part B
Student Meets Eligibility
1. Eligibility established by the state for a specific disability are met;2. Disability has an adverse impact on the student’s education, and3. The student needs special education
Different Assessment Tools?
Part C Part B
IEP Development
Provision of Services
New IEP Timeline
The time between receiving consent for assessment and the eligibility report to parent can not exceed 60 days.
Teachers now have an additional 30 days from the date of eligibility to IEP implementation.
Rule about IEP in place by 3rd birthday still applies.
The Jones Family
Presenter Contact Information
Shannon Dunstan
State Dept. Education
Carolee Eslinger
Idaho Infant Toddler Program
Questions?
Thank-you!