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Early Learning Evaluation Center

WHAT WE DO

The Early Learning Evaluation Center (ELEC) is a multidisciplinary center dedicated to providing comprehensive developmental evaluations, early intervention services, and family-centered support for young children. Bringing together experts from across education, healthcare, and related disciplines, the ELEC connects families with the resources they need to help every child thrive.

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Coming Soon

Our new 51,447-square-foot Early Learning Evaluation Center is on the way! Check back for construction updates, project milestones, and information about the evaluation and support services that will soon be available for children and families.

Understanding Today. Supporting Tomorrow.

At the ELEC at Ole Miss, we provide comprehensive evaluations to help young children reach their full potential.

We work together with families, pediatricians, and early childhood professionals to create personalized recommendations and support every child's success.

 

Referrals and Appointments

The ELEC will begin accepting physician referrals soon. Please check back for more information.

Our Services

Our interdisciplinary team provides thorough, family-centered evaluations for children birth through age 6 in the following areas:
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Child Psychology

Cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and developmental assessments

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Occupational Therapy

Our pediatric occupational therapy services help infants, children, and adolescents build the skills they need to thrive at home, school, and in the community. We provide comprehensive evaluations and individualized treatment for children facing autism, chromosomal disorders, developmental delays, sensory processing challenges, motor and visual-motor difficulties, feeding concerns, self-care needs, and challenges with attention and executive functioning. Our therapists use evidence-based, child-centered approaches and partner with families to build independence and support each child's growth in a fun, nurturing environment.

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Speech-Language Pathology

Assessment of speech, language, communication, and feeding skills

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Behavior Analysis

Functional behavior assessments and evidence-based recommendations

Meet Our Staff

David Elkin

David Elkin

  • Assistant Director Early Learning Evaluation Clinic
Melissa Balkin

Melissa Balkin

  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Linsey Alkire

Linsey Alkire

  • Occupational Therapist
Kelsey Walker

Kelsey Walker

Coming in 2027!

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Community

New Center to Focus on Early Childhood Education, Autism Intervention

OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi is looking to catch learning disabilities sooner and expand educational resources in north Mississippi through a new Early Learning and Evaluation Center.