The DC Early Intervention Program (DC EIP) within the OSSE’s Department of Special Education is responsible for assisting children participating in early intervention programs under Part C in experiencing a smooth and effective transition to Part B programs.

 

 

The OSSE must have policies and procedures in effect to ensure that Local Education Agencies (LEAs) participate in the collaborative process required to transition eligible children from Part C early intervention services to Part B special education preschool or other programs with appropriate services. This proposed policy serves to clarify what is required of all LEAs regarding early childhood transition requirements as required in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) 2004 and its implementing federal regulations.

 

 

 

Persons wishing to comment on this policy should submit their comments in writing to Tameria Lewis, Assistant Superintendent for Special Education, 51 N Street, NE 7th Floor, Washington, DC 20002.

 

Attention: Desirée Brown. Emailed comments should be forwarded to the following address: osse.publiccomment@dc.gov or faxed comments should be forwarded to (202) 741-0227.

 

 

Hearing Notice

 

The OSSE will be conducting two (2) public hearings regarding the proposed Part C Regulations and the proposed Comprehensive Child Find Policy Thursday, October 8, 2009 and Tuesday, October 13, 2009.

 

For details regarding the upcoming hearings please view the following.*

 

 

To speak with someone directly regarding the proposed policy please contact:

 

Tammie Picklesimer

Director of Special Education Policy Development

Department of Special Education,

Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE)

51 N St NE, 7th Floor

Washington DC 20002

Office: (202) 481-3870

Cell: (202) 615-9667

Fax:(202) 741-0229