FDLRS Alpha developmental screenings are intended for children ages 3 to 5 with developmental delays who reside in Palm Beach County only, have not entered Kindergarten, and are not enrolled in a school district program. A referral from a doctor is not needed. No insurance required. If you need help completing this form or need additional information, contact our intake phone number at 561-434-7337.

If you answered No, please stop here. We are unable to process this referral unless you have concerns about your child’s development, speech, or language delay. 

Please contact The Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County for information on early learning services:  elcpalmbeach.org,  561-514-3300

If you answered Yes, please stop here. You do not need to go through the Child Find process again.

Prekindergarten age: Please contact Lori Miranda, Prek Program Specialist, for school/classroom placement:  Lori.Miranda@palmbeachschools.org

Kindergarten through 12th grade: Contact Veronica Torres-Romero, FDLRS Parent Services Specialist, for assistance. Veronica.TorresRomero@palmbeachschools.org, 561-434-8377.

If child is less than 3 years old: please contact Early Steps for assistance at floridaearlysteps.com, 561-882-6426.

If enrolled in VPK at a public school district school: share your concerns with your child's teacher and/or ESE Contact at the school to begin the screening process.

If enrolled in Kindergarten through 12th Grade: 

-Public School: speak with the ESE Contact at the school.

-Private School: contact John Dassie, John.Dassie@palmbeachschools.org, 561-434-8287.

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