CHILD FIND

The Athens City School District makes every effort to locate, identify and evaluate children that might be in need of educational services. "Child Find" is the term used for this process, and a referral may be made by anyone who suspects a child is homeless or in need of special education services. Referral can be made in writing to Janey Morris, Supervisor of Special Education and Federal Projects, Athens City Schools, 943 Crestway Drive, Athens, TN, 37303, or by calling 423-745-1516.

• Children that would be considered "homeless" qualify for services by answering this question:
      Where does the student stay at night?
          1. In his/her home owned by parents
          2. Temporarily with more than one family
          3. In a motel or hotel
          4. In a shelter
          5. Other arrangements

• Children with disabilities from age three to twenty-one may be eligible for special education services. Children of school   age eligible for special education services may receive their services in the public school. Preschool children may receive their services through our preschool program. Students with disabilities who attend private or religiously-affiliated schools and those who are home schooled may be eligible for special education services if certifying criteria are met. A student is deemed eligible for special education services if assessment results indicate the presence of a disability.