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Early Childhood Screening

Early Childhood Screening is important for your child's continued learning and readiness for future school success. The state of Minnesota requires a check of vision, hearing, and developmental growth. The ideal age for screening is between 3 and 4 years old. 

Screening Details

  • Well-qualified staff will check your child's vision, hearing, growth, immunization status, skills in thinking, communication and language, large and small muscles, social/emotional development.
  • An exit review includes a full report of your child's learning and growth.
  • Screening appointments take up to one hour to complete.
  • The Albert Lea School District conducts free screenings at Brookside Education Center.

Upcoming Appointment Dates

  • Thursday, February 6 | 3:00pm-6:00pm 
  • Friday, February 7 | 8:00am-2:00pm
     
  • Thursday, March 5 | 3:00pm-6:00pm 
  • Friday, March 6 | 8:00am-2:00pm
     
  • Thursday, April 2 | 3:00pm-6:00pm 
     
  • Thursday, May 7 | 3:00pm-6:00pm 
  • Friday, May 8 | 8:00am-2:00p

How to Schedule an Appointment

To schedule your child’s screening, please call or email:
Jessica Tovar
507-379-4838
jessica.tovar@alschools.org

Please note: Registration is no longer available through our online system. All appointments must be scheduled by phone or email.