Child Find refers to the AEAs’ responsibility to ensure that students who are eligible for special education services are identified, located, evaluated and provided with needed services. AEA staff members follow statewide procedures for Child Find. These procedures are documented in the statewide special education procedures, which are part of the Iowa IDEA Information website.
If you are a parent and have concerns about your child’s development, see our Getting Started with Special Education page for more information on next steps.
The booklet linked below will help parents and community partners determine if a child needs special education services and supports. It describes the Child Find process, the process by which it is determined if a child is eligible for services.