The early childhood years from birth to the start of kindergarten are an important time of rapid learning and growth. Screening is most valuable for children who are 3.5 to 4 years old. If a child’s developmental delays are not identified until they are about to enter kindergarten, they have missed out on one to two years of early childhood services that could make a huge difference to their school success! Screening is required by State Law before Kindergarten.
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Early Childhood Screening is a simple screening of your child's:

• social/emotional
• language
• motor
• cognition skills
• height, weight, vision, and hearing

The screening appointment takes about an hour to complete.

Early Childhood Screening is:

• Recommended that children are screened at age 3.5 years
• Required prior to starting Kindergarten in Paynesville
• Screening is free of charge

Screening Dates for the 2025-26 School Year will be posted soon

Rachel Braun, school nurse, will be contacting families to set up early childhood screening appointments 

If you have questions regarding screening contact:
Rachel Braun, School District Nurse
[email protected]