The Child Find Program is an intensive ongoing state-wide search for all unserved handicapped children, ages birth to twenty-one. Beatrice Public Schools is attempting to inform parents in the district that help is available for all handicapped children. Action taken by the Nebraska Legislature compels local school districts to provide or contract for special education programs for all resident children who would benefit from such programs. parents who have a child they believe may be handicapped and who is not currently receiving services are asked to contact their children's respective school. An evaluation to determine eligibility for appropriate special education services will be arranged.

• Beatrice Elementary & Community Preschool (402)223-1525

• Beatrice Middle School (402)223-1545

• Beatrice High School (402)223-1515 

Children that are birth to 5 years old who are experiencing problems with speech language, cognitive, emotional and/or physical development or have a disability can receive services through Early Childhood Special Education Services.  For more information contact  Missy Timmerman, Director of Early Childhood, at (402) 223-1525.

For students in grades K-12 contact Beth Cordry-Hookstra, Director of Special Education, at (402)223-1512.

• Nebraska Department of Education Childfind Webpage