Winona Public School District
Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) - Three to Kindergarten Entrance
Services and support for eligible young children aged 3 up to Kindergarten entrance
Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) is individually determined special education and related services and supports for children ages 3 to Kindergarten entrance.
Eligibility for these services may have started with a referral through the Help Me Grow Minnesota referral system. After receiving a referral, a district may recommend screening or an evaluation in order to determine whether the child is eligible for and in need of early childhood special education services.
These services are provided by licensed district personnel including early childhood special education teachers, low incidence specialists, and other related service providers. Early childhood special education services may be provided within a school-based setting, community settings, or the child's home. The type and location of services are determined on an individual basis.
Area Served by County
- Winona County
- Free / no cost to eligible clients
- Children and/or youth with disabilities
Eligibility is limited to children ages 3 through age 5 who are determined to meet state eligibility criteria, which includes an educational need for services resulting from the child's disability.
Program referrals can be made online.
After a referral is made through the Help Me Grow Minnesota referral system, the child's resident school district will contact the family to determine next steps which may include screening or an evaluation to determine if a child is eligible for and in need of special education and related services.
All services are free to eligible children regardless of income level or immigration status
903 Gilmore Ave, Winona, MN, 55987
Winona Area Public School District
- Primary Contact for this program: 507-494-0842
Other Services at this Location
- Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) Classes and services for parents of young children focusing on ways to support children's learning and development.
- Early Childhood Screening A quick check to see how a child is growing and developing.
- Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) - Birth through Two Services and support for eligible infants and toddlers with developmental concerns and disabilities and their families.
- Kindergarten Kindergarten supports children's social, emotional and cognitive development through play, structured activities, and interaction with peers
- Public School Early Childhood Education and Care Programs Public school districts offer a variety of early childhood education programs and services for families and young children aged birth to kindergarten entrance.
- School-based Preschool: School Readiness, School Readiness Plus, Voluntary Prekindergarten Public preschool programs help preschool age children and their families prepare for success in kindergarten and beyond.