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Helping Families Navigate Special Education in Texas

Explore special education resources to help your family understand your child's disability, navigate your rights under IDEA, and collaborate with schools to support special education services.

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I think my child might need special education services

Learn how to request an evaluation and the evaluation process for special education

Understanding my Child's IEP

Learn about IEP requirements and how to prepare for an ARD Committee Meeting.

Options if I disagree with the ARD Committee

Learn more about the available state and federal dispute resolution options.

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Evaluation, Consent to Evaluate, Understanding Parent Rights

This FAQ explains how schools evaluate and reevaluate students for special education, including timelines, procedures, and your role in the process.

Evaluation, ARD Committee Meetings, Consent to Evaluate

Provides an overview of the timelines and steps Texas schools must follow when processing a parent's request for a special education evaluation.

Explore Resources by Disability

New to Special Education, New to Texas

Helps Texas parents understand disabilities, IDEA rights, services, and collaborate with professionals in planning their child’s education.

Understanding Parent Rights, New to Special Education

Training for surrogate and foster parents on their role in special education, focusing on IDEA rights, responsibilities, and advocacy.

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Chat with an Expert

Use the chat in the bottom-right corner to connect with a SPEDTex specialist and get real-time answers to your questions.

Talk to Someone

Connect with our team for one-on-one support and guidance.

Parent Portal

Visit the Parent Portal to apply for the PDSES grant and track your application.