Mount Ephraim Public Schools - Project Child Find

Project Child Find

Project Child Find is a free referral service and public awareness campaign to assist in the identification of unserved/underserved youth with a delay or disability from birth through twenty-one years of age. The Mount Ephraim Public School District provides eligible students with a Free and Appropriate Public Education beginning at age 3 years.

The Child Study Team conducts evaluations of children ages 3 to 21, free of charge. Children that are determined eligible can receive special education and related services through the District's department of special services.

To discuss questions related to available services and eligibility, contact:

Christina Battiato, Director of Special Education and Early Childhood

cbattiato@mtephraimschools.com

856-931-7807, ext. 6051

Child Find for Preschool Children Age Three Through Five

Parents and guardians who are concerned that their toddler might be delayed in reaching developmental milestones are encouraged to reach out for assistance to the Mount Ephraim Public School’s Child Study Team. If you are noticing concerns in any of the following areas, please contact our Child Study Team for a possible evaluation and services to support your child prior to entering kindergarten:

Communication of wants and needs

Identifying common objects

Difficulty learning new skills

Difficulty answering questions

Difficulty following directions

Avoids playing with other children

Has behavior that is very active, unusual or difficult to manage

Has tantrums that the frequency and length are not typical for the child’s age

Has difficulty walking or running

Has difficulty holding small objects

Does not respond to familiar sounds

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