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
Project Child Find.pdf