The following information is specific to those who provide services for children under school-age five with special needs.
CDS System Information
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Provider Contract Resources - Resources for contracted service providers.
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CDS Policy Manual - The CDS Policy Manual is compiled to provide a current source of reference to employees and providers. This manual is intended to assist leadership in the delivery of policy, services, programs, and practices in a fair, equitable, and consistent manner and will be updated as necessary.
- CDS Related Forms - Browse all special education forms, many of which are applicable to CDS.
Early Intervention (Part C)
- Child Outcome Summary - Progress for all children eligible for early intervention/special education is measured on three national child outcomes.
Early Childhood Special Education (Part B, 619)
- Academic Calendar - Calendar for CDS Part B 619.
- Program Approval - All public and private Early Childhood or Special Education programs that intend to provide special education and related services for children school-age three to five must obtain approval through the CDS State Intermediate Educational Unit.