Screening

Children develop in certain, predictable ways, referred to as developmental milestones. Milestones help you understand how your child develops, learns and grows. Visit the link below to learn more about developmental milestones or submit a referral to be contacted by a special education team member.

Help Me Grow

Faribault Public Schools Early Intervention Program:

Our Mission: The mission of the Faribault Early Intervention EQIP team is to develop and put into practice the skills that will empower and assist families in helping their children to grow and learn in the most meaningful ways in their natural environment.

The Early Intervention program is part of District 656’s Special Education Services. It is a free program offered to families whose child, specifically those from 0 to 3 years old, is eligible and has qualified through our evaluation process. Team members could include an early childhood teacher, a physical therapist, an occupational therapist, and/or a speech therapist.

EQIP or Evidence-based Quality Intervention Practices is an approach or strategy where the caregiver guides the visit; working within typical routines and interests of the child to enhance their child’s skills in order to make positive gains towards his/her outcomes. The early childhood team members are there to teach, guide, and coach families or caregivers to help support the development of the child in routine or everyday activities that the caregivers have identified as a need. This evidence based practice is part of ongoing research for providers to use to facilitate caregiver's interactions with their children that promote participation and engagement in their everyday routines. Children learn throughout their day as they experience their day such as getting dressed, mealtime, playtime, naps, bedtime or going to the store. Providers work with the caregivers to embed learning into these daily activities so that it occurs naturally and often.