John J. Lody, Director

The Office of Diagnostic and Prevention Services is responsible for the leadership, management and provision of services and supports to schools and students in the areas of educational diagnostic services; eligibility for special education; Section 504 identification, evaluation, and placement; early childhood identification services at the Preschool Child Find Center; behavioral threat assessment; and Multi-Tiered System of Supports, which includes Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports, Response to Intervention, and Social-Emotional Learning.