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.
Program Funding Context and Projection Notice
The Parent-Directed Special Education Services (PDSES) program awards accounts based on funding appropriated by the Texas Legislature. Under Texas Education Code (TEC) §29.045, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) may approve and assign accounts only subject to available funding. In addition, 19 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) §102.1601(d) provides that eligible students receive grants only as long as funds are available and requires TEA to prioritize certain students for awards.
Given the amount of funding provided during the 2025 legislative session, the PDSES program is currently operating under a waitlist. This means that eligible students are placed on a waitlist until additional funding becomes available. The following chart represents an estimated timeframe for funding student accounts and is based on the assumption that funding levels provided by the Legislature in the 2027 legislative session will be similar to current funding levels. Actual funding levels are determined solely by future legislative appropriations and may be higher or lower than projected.
These timelines are estimates only and should not be interpreted as a guarantee of funding. Placement on the PDSES waitlist does not create a legal right or entitlement to receive a PDSES account, grant award, or services. Account awards remain contingent upon available funding, applicable law, program requirements, and eligibility verification under TEC, §§29.041–29.049, and 19 TAC §102.1601. Additional factors that may affect award timing include statutory and regulatory prioritization requirements and the reallocation of unspent funds from previously awarded accounts.
Legal Disclaimer
The information provided on this webpage is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as a promise, guarantee, or commitment by the Texas Education Agency. All projections are subject to change without notice. Funding awards are contingent upon legislative appropriations, available program funds, applicable law, and program eligibility requirements. Placement on the PDSES waitlist does not guarantee future funding or confer any legal right or entitlement to an account award.
2025-2026 Application Window Details
Estimated Funding Groups and Timelines
| Funding Group | Priority = Yes | Priority = N/A | Total Accounts Awarded | Current Estimated Timeframe for Account Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group 1 | 17,100 | 1,900 | 19,000 | Fall 2026 |
| Group 2 | 17,100 | 1,900 | 19,000 | Fall 2027 |
| Group 3 | 1,285 | 16,468 | 17,753 | Fall 2028 |
| Grand Total | 35,485 | 20,268 | 55,753 |
Application ID Search
To find your estimated funding timeline, you will need your 9 digit Application ID, this can be found on the PDSES Parent Portal. These IDs all start with "26-" for this application year - if you have "0's" in your Application ID you need to include them. If you need help with finding your Application ID, you can reach out to PDSEShelp@region10.org or you can call SPEDTex at 1-855-773-3839.