South Kitsap School District conducts regular activities to identify children with disabilities, aged birth through 21 years of age. A disability may present a delay in learning, speech or language, motor skills, or social and emotional abilities. Parents or staff that suspect a school aged child of having a disability shall contact their neighborhood school's School Psychologist or Principal. A school aged child is defined as those kindergarten age eligible through 21 years of age. Parents and caregivers of children not yet old enough to attend kindergarten should contact the Early Childhood Coordinator at the Office of Special Education.
Regular screening and assessment activities are conducted to identify preschool aged children (approx. 3-5 years) that may have a disability and be in need of special education services. Screenings are generally held once per month and one week each July.
If you believe your child may have a disability and you are interested in having him or her screened, please contact the Office of Special Services at (360) 443-3625.