Understanding Parent Rights, New to Special Education
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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.
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New to Special Education, Additional 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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New to Special Education
Explore statewide and collaborative webinars on a variety of topics.
Transition
Learn about ABLE—Achieving a Better Life Experience— Accounts offering tax-advantaged savings for students with disabilities and their families.
New to Special Education
NCDB’s State Projects list U.S. programs that support children who are deaf-blind and their families with education, early intervention, and resources.
Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP
Infographic for parents explaining Adapted Physical Education (APE), its role in IEPs, and how it supports students with disabilities in PE.
Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP
Provides information on ESY services, special education supports beyond the school year to help students retain essential skills and prevent loss.
Transition
Guide on Social Security disability benefits, eligibility, and how to apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Behavior/Discipline
Tips for parents to support teens facing emotional challenges, with strategies to build trust, resilience, and open communication.
Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP
Covers alternate assessments, LRE, IDEA provisions, classroom access strategies, and next steps for families of students with disabilities.
ARD Committee Meetings, Implement the IEP
Explains how IEPs must include ways to measure progress toward annual goals, ensuring effective services and keeping parents informed.
Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP
Learn how transportation services support children with disabilities under IDEA, including eligibility, IEP decisions, and school responsibilities.
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.
New to Special Education
Provides early learning, health, and family services to support low-income children and their families.
Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP
Explore resources to learn more about accommodations and how to get them for your student.
Transition
In this video, Laura Buckner shares why building independence in students with disabilities is key to planning for a successful future.
ARD Committee Meetings, Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP
Introduces key concepts for developing measurable annual goals in IEPs, with a summary of federal regulations and practical implementation tips.
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.
ARD Committee Meetings
Guidance for families to communicate their child’s strengths and needs to professionals.
Transition
Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) helps individuals with disabilities prepare for, get, keep, and grow in meaningful careers through the Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) program.
Dispute Resolution
CADRE’s guide helps families resolve special education disputes through structured, collaborative planning that leads to lasting solutions.
Transition
Explore how educators can thoughtfully introduce future planning conversations with families and students with disabilities.