Early Childhood Special Education

What is Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)?

Students with identified disabilities who are three or four years old by September 1 may qualify for services. A special education evaluation is required to determine eligibility, followed by an ARD Committee meeting to decide whether participation in the ECSE program is appropriate.

For students in the ECSE program for whom a full day is not suitable, the ARD Committee may assign adjusted hours. Children classified as ECSE will receive preschool services in HPISD at no cost.

To view preschool enrollment process, click here.