Child Find

METROPOLITAN NASHVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS SYSTEM

How do I know if my child needs extra help?

Are you concerned about your child exhibiting any of the following characteristics?

• Slow development
• Difficulty with seeing or hearing
• Difficulty with moving
• Long-term health problems
• Difficulty with speaking
• Difficulty with getting along with others

Who do I call if I am concerned?

• If your child is an infant or toddler under the age of 2.5 years, call TEIS at 936-1815.
• If your child is between the ages of 2.5 – 5 years and you are a resident of Davidson County, call the MNPS Customer Call Center at 259-8400, and ask for the Department of Special Education, Early Childhood contact.
• If your child is enrolled in a Metro Public School, report your concerns to your child’s principal. The principal will tell you what to do next.
• If your child is being home schooled or attends a private school, contact the principal of your child’s zoned school.

If your son/daughter needs extra help, it is imperative he/she receive the necessary assistance at the earliest possible date. Early intervention yields the most positive outcome.

YOUR CHILD HAS RIGHTS

Schools must ensure that children who are eligible for special education services are identified, located and evaluated.

Schools must provide a free, appropriate public education (FAPE) to all children ages

3-21 years who are eligible for special education services.

All students with disabilities who are determined eligible for special education services must have an Individualized Education Program (IEP).

Schools must make every effort to place students in the least restrictive environment (LRE) and provide them a free appropriate public education.

Schools cannot discriminate against children with disabilities.

All children can learn

Some may need extra help