Step One in school-based screening involves which of the following?

• A. Hearing screening only
• B. Assessment process mandated by federal law covering newborns through school age
• C. Post-secondary transition planning
• D. Attendance monitoring

Answer: (B)

Step One in school-based screening is the mandated assessment process that follows federal guidelines for screening and evaluating individuals from birth through school age. This initial step sets up how screenings are planned, who is screened, how results are documented, and when a more thorough evaluation should be triggered. It ensures compliance with federal requirements and coordinates referrals so that any suspected delays or disabilities can be assessed and addressed early.

Hearing screening is only one part of the broader screening process, not the entire Step One. Transition planning happens later as students get closer to leaving school, and attendance monitoring is not a screening or evaluation activity.