Early Childhood Screenings are underway in St. Joseph, for three- and four-year-olds, and five-year-olds who will not attend kindergarten next year.

The St. Joseph School District said screenings test students’ developmental progress, checking language, motor, physical, cognitive and health development.

Monday around 89 children attended the first screening. There are still several screening times open through March.

The district said every family will have the opportunity to engage with the SJSD Early Childhood Department, Parents as Teachers, Head Start, Family Guidance, Northwest Health Services, St. Joseph Youth Alliance and the YMCA.

Upcoming screenings are held at the Keatley Center, 1202 S. 28th Street:
Wednesday March 2nd 8 am – 4 pm
Saturday March 5th 8 am – 12 pm
Tuesday March 15th 10 am – 6 pm
Thursday March 17th 8 am – 4 pm
Friday March 18th 8 am – 2 pm