Early Identification Programs | State of Missouri: Department of Elementary and Secondary Education: Office of Special Education
205 Jefferson Street, Jefferson City, MO 65101
Eligibility
Children, Birth to Age 3 with delayed development or diagnosed conditions that are associated with developmental disabilities.
Required documents
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Hours
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To access this service, contact:
Agency Email
573-751-5739
Voice·
Main
573-526-4404
Fax·
Fax
Languages
English
Application process
Call (866) 583-2392 to Apply or enter a referral online
Fees
No Fees
Service area
Missouri State
Within the MO Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Division of Learning Services, the Office of Special Education administers state and federal funds to support services for students and adults with disabilities. Services include early identification programs, public special schools and information and referral for families to best fit their child's needs.
AKA
DESE
Last Assured
08/26/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
STATE OF MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION
The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is the administrative arm of the State Board of Education. It is primarily a service agency that works with educators, legislators, government agencies and citizens to maintain a strong public education system. Through its statewide school-improvement initiatives and regulatory functions, the Department strives to assure that all citizens have access to high-quality public education.
ALSO KNOWN AS
DESE
DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY EDUCATION, MO
ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY EDUCATION, MO DEPT. OF