Early Childhood Screening

• Early Childhood Screening Consent
• Registration for Early Childhood Screening
• Health and Development
• Early Childhood Screening Release of Information
• ASQ Social Emotional Questionnaire 36 months+ (Ages 3.0-3.4)
• ASQ Social Emotional Questionnaire 48 months+ (Ages 3.5-4.4)
• ASQ Social Emotional Questionnaire 60 months+ (Ages 4.5-6.5)

Please also bring:

• Copy of your child’s birth certificate
• Copy of your child’s immunization records

• Enter through Door 1, Early Learning Main Office, by the flagpole
• Check in at the front desk
• The Developmental Screener will come out to meet you at your child's scheduled time
• We will make a copy of your child’s birth certificate and immunization records if a copy is not available

*We encourage you to complete the forms at home and bring them to your child's appointment (Forms can be found on the tab above). We also have forms available to complete in the office. 

jill.leyk@isd197.org (starting August 4) or call 651-403-8363 screening office or 651-403-8390 main office. 

When should the screening be done?
The State of Minnesota requests scheduling your child's screening between 3 and 4 years of age. Early screening ensures your child is developing on track for school readiness and helps identify any areas where there may be delays that could benefit from early intervention or support to help them be ready for school. 

Will screening indicate whether or not my child is ready for kindergarten?
No, it does not. Screening will include a vision and hearing check, growth evaluation, immunization review, a developmental screen using a state-approved, age-appropriate standardized tool (for your child's age at the time of screening), family health and developmental review, and resources for you and your child. Kindergarten entrance is based on the state age criteria of 5 years by September 1 and based on the parent’s decision. If you have a child turning 5 soon after September 1, check the district’s protocol regarding early entrance into kindergarten HERE.

How long will the screening take?
We schedule an hour for each visit, but depending on how your child adapts and the paperwork being completed, it can take well under an hour.

Will I get a copy of the screening once it is completed?
Yes. Once the screening is complete, the screener will go over the paperwork with you and answer any questions you might have. You will get a copy of the screening summary before you leave. You will need the Screening Summary to register your child for kindergarten, so we recommend saving it with other important documents.