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Upcoming Webinar: Understanding Texas’s New Special Education Funding Model
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The PDSES program operates on a waitlist. Funding is awarded in groups based on application order and eligibility. This page gives you the information you need to understand where your application stands. Review the application window data and funding group timelines below to see projected award dates, then use the Application ID search at the bottom of the page to look up your specific estimated funding timeline. Keep in mind that all timelines are estimates based on current legislative funding levels and are subject to change. The funding date shown is only an estimate based on current
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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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Explore statewide and collaborative webinars on a variety of topics.
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Fact sheets on specific disabilities with definitions traits tips for families and teachers plus links to expert resources
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The Statewide Outreach Center at Texas School for the Deaf connects families and professionals to essential resources from birth through age twenty-two, and extend the reach of our programs statewide and online.
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ESC Region 11’s DHH Program supports deaf and hard of hearing students, providing resources, guidance, and strategies for families and educators.
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CDC info on childhood hearing loss: early screening, support, and interventions help children develop language and social skills.
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DCMP offers captioned and described educational videos for students who are deaf, hard of hearing, or visually impaired.
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NIDCD advances research on hearing, balance, taste, smell, voice, speech, and language to improve health and quality of life.
Develop the IEP, New to Special Education, ARD Committee Meetings
Provides a brief overview of IEP sections and serves as a checklist for families during the ARD committee process.
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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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CAP provides early intervention for children 0–6 with autism, including assessment, treatment, and family support for development and school readiness.
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Watch this video on how to purchase approved goods from integrated vendors in ClassWallet using PDSES funds.
Dispute Resolution, New to Special Education
This CADRE webinar teaches Inclusive Listening to improve understanding and collaboration in special education through empathy and respect.
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Find resources and support for families to promote children’s healthy growth and development.
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A parent shares experience and tips that can help you prepare for your first admission, review, dismissal (ARD) meeting.
Understanding Parent Rights, New to Special Education
Training for surrogate and foster parents on their role in special education, focusing on IDEA rights, responsibilities, and advocacy.
Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP, New to Special Education
Guide to assistive technology (AT) for young children with disabilities—tools, tips, and strategies to support early learning and development.
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Supports families in understanding intensive intervention and how it helps students with severe needs using data-driven, individualized methods.
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An illustrated children’s book that highlights key developmental milestones and parenting tips, with helpful checklists.
Understanding Parent Rights, New to Special Education
Learn your rights as a parent in Early Childhood Intervention. This video explains key protections with real-life examples from the parent handbook.
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Guides designed for practitioners to share with families, supporting active engagement in early childhood learning and development.