Resources: Ages 3-6

Early Intervention and Special education Preschool

Head Start - ECEAP

ECEAP serves children from ages 3-5 and families who are income-eligible, as well as children who have a diagnosed disability. ECEAP offers part-day part-year programs that are funded by the state of Washington. 360-896-9912

Innovative Services NW

Innovative’s Early Learning and Child Care Program provides quality education and day care for all children, age 1-5 years old. We serve children who are typically developing as well as those with special needs. (360) 823-5157

Evergreen Public Schools - Special Education

Free Developmental Screenings are available for children ages birth through five.

Children are screened in the areas of motor, concepts, speech and language by professionals. A hearing and vision screening may also be done. Developmental screening can identify children who are in need of further evaluation and/or participation in early intervention or early childhood services that address their areas of need.

For children ages 3-5 years, please call Special Services at 360-604-6700

Vancouver Public Schools - Special Services

Children ages 3 to 5 may be served in a variety of program models. Through the district’s Early Childhood Education Program, children receive individualized education in small-class settings to develop communication, motor, cognition, self-help and/or social skills.

Battleground Public Schools - Special Education

If you have a child who you think might have a disability requiring special education instruction or significant accommodations at school, or if you know of such a child, please feel free to call the Battle Ground Public Schools Special Education Office at (360) 885-5318.

Camas Public Schools - Integrated Preschool

An integrated preschool program for children ages 3–5 years, with and without special needs. For more information about Camas Integrated Preschool, contact the Camas School District registrar at 360-833-5510. If you have questions about your child’s development, contact CSD Special Services at 360-833-5570.

Ridgefield Public Schools

The Ridgefield Public Schools provides a continuum of special education and related services for students who require specially designed, high-quality instruction to enhance each student’s academic, social/emotional, physical, and behavioral development in the least restrictive environment. (203) 894.5550

Hockinson School District

Please contact Jenny Ristau at 360-448-6415 or jenny.ristau@hocksd.org for Early Childhood Special Education services (free of charge) for our resident children, ages 3-5 years who qualify under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Washougal School District

For children 3-5, we offer a developmental preschool for qualifying children If you need assistance, please contact the Department of Special Education Administrative Assistant, Melissa Cleveland at 360-954-3020.

La Center School District

Special education programs for eligible students will be an integral part of the general educational programs of this district, and will be operated in compliance with federal and state requirements governing special education. The district will provide a continuum of placement options, which may include services within and outside the district depending on the student’s needs.

If you need further information or assistance please contact:

Kellie Braaten (kellie.braaten@lacenterschools.org), Secretary to the Director of Special Education, 360-263-5931. ext. 211

Peter Rosenkranz (peter.rosenkranz@lacenterschools.org), Director of Special Education, 360-263-5931, ext. 219

Additional Special Education Resources

Office of Education Ombudsman (OEO)

OEO facilitates the resolution of individual complaints regarding issues or concerns that impact any student in Washington’s public school system. They provide public information, consultation, and referrals regarding the Washington State public education system. Call 866-297-2597 for more information.

Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS)

OSERS understands that many challenges still facing individuals with disabilities and their families. Therefore, OSERS is committed to improving results and outcomes for people with disabilities of all ages. OSERS supports programs that serve millions of children, youth and adults with disabilities.

Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)

OSPI, Department of Special Education, is here to fulfill the requirements of the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), which ensures that all children with disabilities have access to a free and appropriate public education. Special education in serves approximately 130,000 students in Washington state. To talk with a liaison call 360-725-6075.