Additional Resources, New to Special Education
CDC’s “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” helps families spot developmental delays early and get support to improve children’s outcomes.
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Transition
Highlights the value of building personal networks to ensure long-term support and improved outcomes for individuals with disabilities.
Transition
Highlights the importance of work, emphasizing that meaningful work is valuable and achievable, regardless of a person's disability or its severity.
New to Special Education, Additional Resources
The TEA Resource Library offers materials in Spanish to support families and educators of students with disabilities.
Transition
Parents share personal strategies and experiences that help foster independence in their child with autism.
New to Special Education
The CDC Autism page provides info on signs, diagnosis, early intervention, and support for children with autism and their families.
Develop the IEP
Learn about the new Autism Supplement Guidance Document and helpful strategies for parents and students.
Develop the IEP, ARD Committee Meetings, Implement the IEP
Texas Administrative Code (TAC) document discussing the Commissioner"s rule related to autism.
Transition
This video highlights how family consortiums help families of individuals with disabilities connect, share resources, and support each other.
Behavior/Discipline
Parents offer tips and real-life examples to help children with disabilities develop social skills and build meaningful peer relationships.
Transition
Tips and guidance for individuals with autism on safe driving, disclosing communication needs, and interacting with law enforcement in Texas.
Transition
Parents share heartfelt reflections on their aspirations for their son's future, emphasizing his growth, independence, and happiness.
New to Special Education, New to Texas, Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP
The Texas Autism Supplement helps families access funding for therapies, supports, and services to improve outcomes for children with autism.
Transition
Explore how educators can thoughtfully introduce future planning conversations with families and students with disabilities.
New to Special Education
NIMH provides info on autism, including signs, diagnosis, early intervention, and treatments to support children and families.
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.
Behavior/Discipline, Implement the IEP
Collection of tools and techniques to help educators and caregivers support the academic, behavioral, and social needs of students with autism.
Transition
Important considerations for parents of children with disabilities as they explore options for their child to make legal decisions in adulthood.