Jordan School District provides free educational services for children aged 3 to 5 years with disabilities. Eligibility for these services is determined through a comprehensive screening and testing process. To qualify, a child must exhibit developmental delays in one or more of the following areas, as defined by the Utah State Office of Education:
- Cognitive
- Communication/Language Skills
- Motor Skills
- Adaptive (Self-Help) Skills
- Social and Emotional Development
- Vision
- Hearing
Special Education Services
Our special education services are tailored to meet the unique needs of each child. These services are conducted in designated elementary schools across the Jordan School District and are delivered by a team of special education teachers, related service providers, and instructional assistants.
Related Services
We offer individualized related services to support the educational needs of each student. Eligible children may receive:
- Speech-Language Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Vision and Hearing Services
- Audiology
- Occupational Therapy
- Articulation/Phonological Therapy
For children whose primary need is speech therapy, services are available in small group settings at Joel P. Jensen Middle School, or at their home school. Parents are trained to implement the speech program at home.
Students Without Disabilities
We welcome students without disabilities to join our program for a monthly tuition of $100. Registration opens in March each year, with seats allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. For more details, please visit the Registration Tab.
Looking for answers? The JCDC Policies and Procedures Manual is your go-to resource! Packed with comprehensive information, it addresses a wide range of questions and guides you through our procedures with ease.
Concerned About Your Child's Development?
If you have concerns regarding your child's development, please complete the following form for a free assessment for special education services: Preschool Free Assessment Form.