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PDSES Resources

Learn about Parent-Directed Special Education Services, apply for the program, use awarded funds, connect with approved providers, and access support resources for families.

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SPEDTex Webinars

Explore statewide and collaborative webinars on a variety of topics.

ARD Committee Meetings, New to Special Education

Family Video: ARD Meeting – During the Meeting (Spanish)

This video focuses on what happens during an ARD committee meeting. It explains the purpose of ARD meetings and guides families through the process, helping them understand meeting discussions, participate effectively, ask questions, and advocate for their child’s educational needs.

ARD Committee Meetings, New to Special Education

Family Video: ARD Meetings – Before the Meeting (Spanish)

This video focuses on preparing for an ARD committee meeting. It explains the purpose of ARD meetings and guides families through the process, helping them understand what to expect, how to prepare, and how to participate effectively in planning their child's special education services.

ARD Committee Meetings, New to Special Education

Family Video: ARD Meetings – Introduction (Spanish)

This introductory video about ARD committee meetings explains their purpose and guides families through the process.

ARD Committee Meetings, New to Special Education

Family Video: Full ARD Meeting Video (Spanish)

Video about ARD committee meetings that explains their purpose and guides families through the process.

ARD Committee Meetings, New to Special Education

ARD Process

A video overview of ARD committee meetings, explaining their purpose and guiding families through the process.

What is Assertiveness?

New to Special Education, Understanding Parent Rights

What is Assertiveness? - Partners Resource Network

This document explains assertiveness and offers practical strategies to help individuals communicate more confidently and effectively

Dispute Resolution, New to Special Education

Inclusive Listening: Building Understanding, Supporting Collaboration

This CADRE webinar teaches Inclusive Listening to improve understanding and collaboration in special education through empathy and respect.

Understanding Parent Rights, New to Special Education

Notice of Procedural Safeguards

Explains legal rights and protections for parents and students with disabilities under IDEA during the special education process.

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Organizing School Records

Navigate Life Texas provides tips on organizing school records to help parents advocate for children with disabilities and track educational progress.

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Center for Parent Information and Resources

Fact sheets on specific disabilities with definitions traits tips for families and teachers plus links to expert resources

New to Special Education, New to Texas

Special Education Glossary - The Legal Framework

Glossary of educational terms and acronyms used in Texas schools, with a focus on special education, curriculum, and student support services.

English and Spanish Texas Education Agency guides about parents’ rights in special education evaluations. The overlapping brochures feature blue covers with illustrations of children and adults seated at a table, along with informational text about special education evaluation services and family rights.

Evaluation, New to Special Education, Understanding Parent Rights

Parent's Rights: An Overview of Special Education Evaluations

Provides families with an overview of special education evaluations and fundamentals as well as the key legal rights designed to protect and support their children.

Connecting to Community Supports

ARD Committee Meetings, New to Special Education, Additional Resources

Connecting to Community Supports

Information families need to find and connect with resources in their area.

New to Special Education, Additional Resources

PDSES - ClassWallet

Access the ClassWallet marketplace to spend PDSES funds on approved educational goods and services.

New to Special Education, Additional Resources

PDSES - Purchasing Guidelines

Learn what items and services can be purchased with PDSES funds and the rules for approved spending.

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PDSES - 2025-2026 Program Overview

View a one‑page overview of the PDSES program, including key eligibility rules, grant details, and how families can get started.

New to Special Education, Additional Resources

PDSES - 2025-2026 Application Process

See this one-pager on the PDSES application process for 2025–26, including what to do before, during, and after applying.

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PDSES - Application and Parent Portal Instructions

View detailed instructions for completing the PDSES application and using the Parent Portal.

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PDSES - Customizable Letter for Districts and Schools

Download a customizable PDSES letter for districts and schools to share program details with families.

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PDSES - How to Purchase Items in ClassWallet

Watch this video on how to purchase approved goods from integrated vendors in ClassWallet using PDSES funds.

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PDSES - Approved Service Provider List and Map

View the list and map of approved PDSES service providers offering tutoring, therapy, and other eligible services.

New to Special Education, New to Texas, Transition, Understanding Parent Rights

Navigate Life Texas

Navigate Life Texas offers resources and support for families of children with disabilities, covering health, education, finances, and more.