Initial Eligibility Ages 3-21

To be used when initial eligibility process begins after child’s third birthday. For children transitioning from Infant and Toddlers (Part C) to Preschool (Part B), see Initial Eligibility Prior to Age 3. 

a.   At the bottom of the Dates section, choose “No” to “Is this student transitioning from Infants and Toddlers (Part C) to Preschool (Part B) and receiving services through an IEP?”
b.   The following date fields should be filled in.
     Date of parent consent for initial evaluation
     Date of initial evaluation
     Date of initial IEP development
     Date of parent consent for initial of services
     Date of initial IEP is in effect
c.  The following date fields should not be filled in.
     Date of Parent Consent-Continue Early Intervention Services through an IFSP at age 3
     Date local school system was notified of parent decision to request services through an IEP
     Date extended IFSP services ended
d.  Reason for delay required if (“Date of initial evaluation” is more than 60 days after “Date of parent consent for initial evaluation”.

Note:  The Date of Initial Evaluation will populate on the Close Record screen as Most Recent Evaluation Date.