New to Special Education, Evaluation
Parent Center Hub offers resources for families of children with speech and language disorders, including communication strategies, therapy, and advocacy.
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Transition, New to Special Education
Tips for families of children with disabilities to ease school transitions, from early childhood through high school.
Transition
Explains Age of Majority, outlines requirements based on IDEA, and offers tips to prepare students with disabilities for adulthood.
Transition
Guide on Social Security disability benefits, eligibility, and how to apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Evaluation, New to Special Education
Parent Guide to Special Education: Rights, Evaluation Process, and Available Supports for Students with Disabilities.
New to Special Education
ECTA Center offers resources and support to early childhood programs and families for young children with disabilities and developmental delays.
Dispute Resolution
Video that promotes collaboration between parents and educators to resolve conflicts in special education.
New to Special Education, New to Texas
TSBVI offers educational programs and resources for children who are blind or visually impaired, promoting learning, independence, and life skills.
ARD Committee Meetings, New to Special Education
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.
Transition, Develop the IEP
This guide outlines early transition steps, timelines, and best practices for transitioning a child from Part C to Part B.
New to Special Education, ARD Committee Meetings
Learn more about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP
Explains related services—like occupational therapy, counseling, and transportation—that support students with disabilities in accessing special education.
New to Special Education, Additional Resources
Overview of the Texas Parent Involvement Survey and why parent feedback matters in special education
Transition
This video series captures real-life examples and recommendations for transition planning.
Evaluation, Behavior/Discipline
Provides evidence-based resources and professional development to support educators in improving outcomes for children with disabilities.
Behavior/Discipline
Learn more about how trauma can influence behavior and defensiveness, and how understanding this connection can improve support for children.
New to Special Education, Additional Resources
Learn what items and services can be purchased with PDSES funds and the rules for approved spending.
Additional Resources, New to Texas
A statewide network supporting child abuse victims through coordinated investigation, healing services, and community protection.
New to Special Education, ARD Committee Meetings
Helpful back-to-school tips for parents and students from Partners Resource Network.
New to Special Education, New to Texas
Guide lists financial aid resources for military families, focusing on free or low-cost help for emergencies, healthcare, and special needs.
Behavior/Discipline
This short video provides a scenario for behavior-specific praise in elementary school in two ways.
Behavior/Discipline
Outlines a framework and strategies to support students with intensive behavior needs during school transitions and daily implementation.
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.
New to Special Education
SPEDTex supports families by providing resources and tools to better understand special education and help Texas students succeed.