Parents/guardians are encouraged to contact their local school district to inquire about special education services for their child.

Do you know a child who has one of more of the following disabilities, (or you suspect they have):

• Autism
• Learning disabilities
• Deafness or hearing impairment
• Total or partial blindness
• Speech or language difficulties
• Physical or orthopedic disabilities
• Developmental disabilities
• Intellectual Disability
• Emotional disturbance
• Multiple disabilities

Any individual that believes they know a child that might require special education intervention may submit a referral to the Search and Serve portal.  This referral will be sent to the most appropriate source. Referrals are made to appropriate school districts or support agency. Search and Serve is an ongoing, cooperative effort that involves the County Superintendent of Schools, all public and non-public schools, Kern Regional Center and community agencies that provide services to children. There are no fees and there is no cost to the parents at any time for services that are provided to a student in special education.

For more information on this process, click here