Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP
This page explains how students with disabilities participate in testing and the supports available to help them succeed.
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Evaluation, New to Special Education, ARD Committee Meetings
Learn more about the parent's right to request an independent education evaluation (IEE) at the school's expense.
Transition, Graduation
Learn Texas graduation options for students with disabilities, including diploma pathways, adaptations, college impact, and services.
Dispute Resolution
Explores how apologies influence communication and negotiation, emphasizing cultural perspectives and conflict resolution.
New to Special Education, ARD Committee Meetings
A parent shares experience and tips that can help you prepare for your first admission, review, dismissal (ARD) meeting.
New to Special Education, New to Texas
Glossary of educational terms and acronyms used in Texas schools, with a focus on special education, curriculum, and student support services.
Dispute Resolution
Learn how to navigate the Texas Education Agency's special education complaints process.
Dispute Resolution, New to Special Education
This CADRE webinar teaches Inclusive Listening to improve understanding and collaboration in special education through empathy and respect.
Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP
Outlines how school staff can receive tailored supports and modifications through IEPs to better assist students with disabilities.
New to Special Education, New to Texas, Transition, Additional Resources
Texas HHS provides resources and services for people who are deaf or hard of hearing, including communication support and assistive equipment.
Behavior/Discipline, Develop the IEP
Guide explaining how families can engage in Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans for their children.
Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP
This site from legal framework help you locate citations and federal and state requirements for ESY Services.
Additional Resources
Offers tools, guidance, and updates to advance the academic success of students impacted by foster care.
New to Special Education, New to Texas, Additional Resources
CAP provides early intervention for children 0–6 with autism, including assessment, treatment, and family support for development and school readiness.
ARD Committee Meetings
Offers customizable forms to help parents and students communicate their priorities, concerns, and goals effectively during IEP team meetings.
Behavior/Discipline
Learn more about how trauma can influence behavior and defensiveness, and how understanding this connection can improve support for children.
Behavior/Discipline, ARD Committee Meetings
Fact sheet to help parents plan for school meetings about their child's behavior using planning tips, tools, and effective communication strategies.
Behavior/Discipline
Learning how shifting perspectives on challenging behavior can support positive behavior change.
Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP
Learn more about the types of related services that may be included in a student’s IEP to help them benefit from special education.
Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP, New to Special Education
Related Services support children with disabilities through services like Occupational Therapy, counseling, and transportation to ensure access to special education.
Develop the IEP, Additional Resources, Understanding Parent Rights
Explains accommodations in classrooms and tips on how to use them to aide your student.
Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP
Explains related services—like occupational therapy, counseling, and transportation—that support students with disabilities in accessing special education.
Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP
Covers literacy development for kids with visual impairments, with tips for home, assistive tech, supports, and a breakdown of accommodations.
Behavior/Discipline, ARD Committee Meetings
Helps parents and schools decide if a child’s behavior is linked to their disability before applying discipline, ensuring proper support and legal compliance.