The Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) provides special education services to children 3-5 years old. Services depend on your child’s needs and may be provided in any early childhood setting, including a preschool program, Head Start, a child care location selected by the parent, a hospital or at home, if determined appropriate.
When to Refer Children to CPSE
Children receiving Early Intervention services should be referred to CPSE for evaluation 4 months before becoming eligible to receive preschool services.
If your child turns 3 between January 1 and June 30, they can receive preschool services starting on January 2.
If your child turns 3 between July 1 and December 31, they can receive preschool services starting on July 1.
How to Refer Children to CPSE
A letter identifying your child and describing why you are referring them must be sent to the CPSE that works with families in your district. Here is a sample letter.
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