Special Needs Inclusion Standard

Programs: 24/7 Centers, Child Development Center, Child and Youth Program, Family Child Care, School Age Care, Youth Program

Resource Type: Operating Procedure

Published: 04/25

The Special Needs Inclusion Standard provides policies and standards for including children with disabilities and other special needs in Navy CYPs, including the role of the Special Needs Inclusion Action Team (IAT) and other special needs inclusion support systems, identifying needs, referral systems, accommodations, and behavior support.

Content has been reviewed and updated to align with the President's executive orders and DoD priorities.

Download Special Needs Inclusion Standard (Updated April 2025) [PDF, 5.6 MB]

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Inclusion in Navy Child and Youth Programs
Chapter 2: Accommodations
Chapter 3: Navy CYP Special Needs Inclusion Support System
Chapter 4: Behavior Support Practices
Chapter 5: Complex Needs
Chapter 6: Families
Chapter 7: Documentation
Appendix A: KIT Information and Resources
Appendix B: Additional Inclusion Resources
Appendix C: IAT Meeting Enclosure Template
Appendix D: Parent-Initiated Support Path
Appendix E: Program-Initiated Support Path
Appendix F: Program Accommodations Form Samples
Appendix G: Program-Initiated Path Tools
Appendix H: Sample Special Needs Inclusion Support Plan
Appendix I: De-Escalation
Appendix J: IAT FAQs
Appendix K: Emergency Response Report
Appendix L: Emergency Action Plan Template
Appendix M: Food Allergies versus Intolerances
Appendix N: Release of Information Form