Major Change in Use of the DRDP Instruments for Preschool Special Education:
Beginning September 1, 2009 all new preschool-age children with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) will be assessed using only the Desired Results Development Profile (DRDP) access. This change does not affect preschool-age children with IEPs who were assessed prior to September 1, 2009; these children will continue to be assessed with the same instrument that was previously used, whether the DRDP access or the DRDP-R. Full CDE/SED Policy Memo
Information for Families
Here you will find information about the DRDP Assessment System for families of preschool-age children (3, 4, and 5-year-olds) with IEPs.
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An Introduction to the Desired Results for Families of Preschoolers with IEPs
An overview of the Desired Results system: whom it is for, how it works for preschoolers with IEPs, and how it benefits families, children, and teachers.
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Resources for Families: Learning about the DRDP Assessment System for Preschool-Age Children with IEPs
A description of the resources found in other sections of the Desired Results access Project web site to help families understand the Desired Results system. A link is provided to the Desired Results for Children and Families web site, for families with children who attend state preschool and state-funded Head Start.
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Directory of California Parent Organizations
Serving Families of Young Children with Disabilities
A directory to assist families of young children who have, or are at risk of, disabilities or special healthcare needs in finding organizations that offer services and support.
Watching My Child Grow, a DVD for families, is now available from WestEd. "Watching My Child Grow" describes the Desired Results System and its benefits for children and families from the voices of parents. You may obtain a copy of the video from WestEd by calling 1-800-770-6339 or by visiting the website: http://www.wested.org/desiredresults/training/resources.htm
For more information:
View The Role of Family Observations in the Desired Results Assessment System in the Information for Assessors section—an overview of the research findings that suggest parents’ observations are reliable and valid and should be considered an essential component of a comprehensive assessment process.
View Common Abbreviations used by The Desired Results access Project in the The Desired Results System section—a list of the acronyms, initialisms, and abbreviations used by the Desired Results access Project on this website, in the DRDP access instrument, and in other documents related to the DRDP Assessment System.
Families are encouraged to explore all areas of this web site to learn more about the DRDP Assessment System.
Updated 07/06/09