The League of Women Voters of Vermont believes that all efforts should be made to provide the same opportunity for uniform pre-school screening to each of this state's children. The term "uniform" is intended to mean valid and reliable screening which will provide comparable statewide data.

1. Appropriate screening devices used by trained screening staff should be administered, with attention to developing a uniform test basis.
2. Parents should be encouraged to participate in the screening process through attendance and by providing pertinent family and medical history.
3. Results of the screening should be interpreted to parents with suggestions when needed.
4. A decision making process regarding test results should be implemented to determine needed follow-up.
5. Summary data should be collected and reported to school administrators.
6. Screening programs should be coordinated with other resources within the community so that services are not duplicated.
7. State funding should be available to guarantee uniform pre-school screening opportunities to the children of Vermont.