Concerns identified

Child Action Plan
Plan is developed for strategies and other supports to meet child's needs during referral and evaluation process

Formal Evaluation
Referral to the local agency responsible for implementing IDEA for evaluation and determination of eligibility for IDEA services


Evaluation DOES indicate that the child is eligible for IDEA services.

Child is younger than 3
Individualized Family Services Plan (IFSP)
Plan for family-centered early intervention services to meet the needs of the child and family.

Child is age 3 or older
Individualized Education Program (IEP)
Plan for special education and/or related services to meet child's needs


Evaluation indicates that the child is NOT eligible for IDEA services but supports are still needed.

At the request of the family, the LEA agrees to develop a 504 plan
Section 504 Plan
Plan for services to meet child's educational needs can be developed by the LEA if requested by the child's family

The LEA does not develop 504 plans for preschool or the family does not wish to pursue a 504 plan
Child Action Plan
Plan for strategies and other supports is updated and continues to be implemented