New to Special Education, ARD Committee Meetings
Learn more about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
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Evaluation, New to Special Education, ARD Committee Meetings
Learn more about the parent's right to request an independent education evaluation (IEE) at the school's expense.
Additional Resources, New to Special Education
CDC’s “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” helps families spot developmental delays early and get support to improve children’s outcomes.
Behavior/Discipline, Evaluation
Provides an overview of Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs), explaining their purpose and how they inform behavior intervention plans.
Behavior/Discipline
Parents offer tips and real-life examples to help children with disabilities develop social skills and build meaningful peer relationships.
Transition
Parents share personal strategies and experiences that help foster independence in their child with autism.
Develop the IEP, New to Special Education
This guide outlines ten lesser-known services that can be included in a child’s IEP to support their educational success.
Transition
Parents share heartfelt reflections on their aspirations for their son's future, emphasizing his growth, independence, and happiness.
Behavior/Discipline
Learning how shifting perspectives on challenging behavior can support positive behavior change.
New to Special Education, New to Texas, Additional Resources, Develop the IEP
ESC Region 11’s DHH Program supports deaf and hard of hearing students, providing resources, guidance, and strategies for families and educators.
New to Special Education, New to Texas, Additional Resources
CAP provides early intervention for children 0–6 with autism, including assessment, treatment, and family support for development and school readiness.
New to Special Education, New to Texas, Additional Resources
TSD provides education and support for deaf and hard of hearing students, emphasizing ASL-English bilingual learning and family resources.
New to Special Education, Additional Resources
CDC info on childhood hearing loss: early screening, support, and interventions help children develop language and social skills.
New to Special Education, Additional Resources
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.
New to Special Education, Additional Resources
DCMP offers captioned and described educational videos for students who are deaf, hard of hearing, or visually impaired.
Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP
Guide for parents to support braille and print literacy in visually impaired kids through skills, assistive tech, and home learning.
Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP
Covers literacy development for kids with visual impairments, with tips for home, assistive tech, supports, and a breakdown of accommodations.
Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP
Guidance for parents on using tactile symbols to support early literacy and accessible communication in children with visual impairments.
New to Special Education
An illustrated children’s book that highlights key developmental milestones and parenting tips, with helpful checklists.
New to Special Education
National library program offering free braille, audio, and digital books to people with disabilities.
New to Special Education
PRN Texas offers guidance on emotional disturbance in children, including signs, special education eligibility, strategies for academic & social support
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.
ARD Committee Meetings, Develop the IEP, Transition
Outlines key parts of IEP transition planning, including assessments, postsecondary goals, and services to support students with disabilities.
ARD Committee Meetings, Develop the IEP
Tips for families to actively participate in their child’s early intervention or special education team and support their learning journey.