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Resource Library
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Transition
Parents share personal strategies and experiences that help foster independence in their child with autism.
Transition
Overview of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services that help young adults with disabilities prepare for work and independence.
Transition, New to Special Education
Tips for families of children with disabilities to ease school transitions, from early childhood through high school.
Transition, Graduation
This guide outlines the rights and resources available to students with disabilities as they transition from high school to adulthood.
Transition
Overview of how Texas Medicaid waivers help children with disabilities access long-term care and services.
Transition
Parents share real-life experiences showing how early planning and support networks ease the transition to adulthood for their children.
Transition
Provides age-specific checklists and strategies to track progress and build independence skills for students with disabilities.
Transition
This video discusses promoting independence in children with cognitive disabilities and the importance of early planning with families and educators.
Transition, New to Special Education
Whether you need resources now or are planning for life after graduation, this document identifies agencies and programs across Texas.
Transition, Graduation
This video captures real-life experiences in transition planning and shares strategies for life after high school.
Transition
Practical advice and real-life insights guide students with disabilities in planning successful transitions after high school and into adult life.
Transition
This video series captures real-life examples and recommendations for transition planning.
Transition
Practical tips and real-life experiences guide students with disabilities through a successful transition to adult life after high school.
New to Special Education
A Head Start guide to help families support their child’s transition to kindergarten with tips, tools, and activities for a smooth start.
Transition
Parents share heartfelt reflections on their aspirations for their son's future, emphasizing his growth, independence, and happiness.
Transition
Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) helps individuals with disabilities prepare for, get, keep, and grow in meaningful careers through the Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) program.
Transition
Provides college and career planning resources for students, families, and educators, including curricula and interactive tools.
Dispute Resolution
TEA created this handbook to help parents, school staff, and others understand and navigate the special education dispute resolution process.
ARD Committee Meetings, New to Special Education
This video focuses on what happens after an ARD committee meeting. It explains the purpose of ARD meetings and guides families through next steps, helping them understand decisions made during the meeting and how to support their child's special education services moving forward.
Dispute Resolution, Determine Eligibility, Understanding Parent Rights
Parents may request a free independent educational evaluation if they disagree with the school evaluation.
ARD Committee Meetings, New to Special Education, New to Texas
Guide to legal requirements and practices for ARD meetings, IEP development and review, and parents’ rights.
New to Special Education, ARD Committee Meetings
A comprehensive glossary offering standardized Spanish translations of IDEA terms to support families, educators, and service providers.
Dispute Resolution
Video that promotes collaboration between parents and educators to resolve conflicts in special education.