Early Childhood Special Education
The Early Childhood Department is based out of the Early Learning Resource Center at Token Springs Elementary and serves children with disabilities ages 3 through 5 who are not yet enrolled in kindergarten. Based on a child's individual needs, we provide a range of services such as speech-language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and/or specialized instruction by an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher.
Our philosophy is rooted in inclusive early childhood services, which means students with disabilities learn right alongside their typically-developing peers to the greatest extent possible. Our partnerships in the community allow us to provide services in a variety of settings including daycares, preschools, and other community programs.
If you have concerns about your child, please contact us to discuss the referral and evaluation process.
Click here to see our continuum of placement options.
Early Childhood Referrals:
- Referrals are made by parents, physicians, Birth to Three, preschool teachers, or other community agencies with permission from parents.
- Areas of concern may include communication, pre-academic/cognitive, motor, self-care, and/or social-emotional skills.
- For any questions about the referral process, to sign up for a developmental screening, or to refer a child to be evaluated please contact us at (608) 478-5187 or cadeal@sunprairieschools.org.
COMMUNITY SCHOOLS PLAYGROUP
Free playgroup for children 3 or 4 years old who are not yet 4K eligible
For more information or to sign up, click here or scan the code below.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Rebecca Penticoff
Early Childhood Program Manager
(608) 478-5178
Colleen Deal
Early Childhood Developmental Specialist
(608) 478-5187