Child Focused Services at the EEU is a program in which children receiving special education services currently enrolled in our preschool program can receive additional services integrating the best, most current educational practices from the fields of early childhood special education and applied behavior analysis.
The Child Focused Services program (formerly Project DATA) was created during a time when half-day preschool was the standard. During this time, it was an extra service, extending the day of the learners who participated. Over the past few years, the EEU has gradually pivoted to a full day preschool model for all students. Because of this, Child Focused Services (CFS) no longer extends the day of the learners.
This creates many opportunities for thoughtful, individualized services for all students who participate. Instruction from CFS staff occurs primarily in the inclusive preschool classroom, embedded throughout the daily routines and activities. Some learners receive pull-out services in the Rainbow Room, which provides more opportunities for individualized explicit instruction in a quieter space. The amount of time students receive CFS in the Rainbow Room is a collaborative decision between the classroom team, family and CFS staff.
