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The Early Years: From First Concerns to the Right Support

From First Concerns to Preschool & Early Elementary Support

 

Maybe you’re starting to notice signs that your child may need some extra support.

Maybe you’re already on a months-long waiting list for a formal evaluation or diagnosis and wondering what you can do in the meantime.

Maybe your child has just started preschool, and you’re trying to understand what services or supports may be available.

Or maybe kindergarten and elementary school are right around the corner, and you’re wondering:

What are our options? What services can my child receive? Where do I even start?

You don’t have to figure it out alone.

We’ve brought together a panel of experts to help families understand the different pathways and resources available during these important early years.

We'll talk about:

  • What to do when you first notice developmental, communication, behavioral, social, or learning differences

  • Where to start even if you don't have a formal diagnosis yet

  • Early Intervention and state-supported programs for young children

  • Child Find, evaluations, and Early Childhood Special Education

  • Preschool options and available supports

  • IEPs, eligibility, accommodations, and related services

  • How to advocate for your child and know what questions to ask

 

Bring Your Questions

Whether you're at the “I think I’m seeing some signs” stage or already navigating preschool and planning for elementary school, this session is designed to help you understand what’s available, what’s possible, and what your next step can be.

Come with your questions. Leave with a clearer path forward.

Director, Infant and Toddler Connection of Fairfax-Falls Church

Adriana Gallego, MS

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Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrician, Children's National Hospital DC

Rebecca T. Lane, MD

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Special Education Advocate

Meg Flanagan

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More Experts Joining Soon! 

We’re bringing together a multidisciplinary panel of experts to help families navigate the early years—from recognizing developmental differences and seeking a diagnosis to accessing school-based services, community supports, Medicaid waivers, and educational options.

Additional experts in pediatric psychology, Child Find and preschool special education, diagnostic support, Medicaid and CCC Plus Waiver services, alternative education, and parent advocacy are being added to the panel.

More panelists will be announced soon—stay tuned!
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