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ARD Committee Meetings, New to Special Education

Family Video: ARD Meetings – Before the Meeting (Spanish)

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, Understanding Parent Rights

Disability Rights Texas: Supported Decision Making Overview

Most people with disabilities can make decisions with support; Texas law recognizes supported decision-making as an alternative to guardianship.

Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP

STAAR Alternate 2 Resources

Learn more about STAAR Alternate 2, designed for Texas students with the most significant cognitive disabilities and their educational needs.

Determine Eligibility

Find your nearest ECI Program

Allows families to search by location to find Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) services for children with developmental delays or disabilities.

New to Special Education

IDEA vs. Section 504

Compares IDEA and Section 504, detailing differences in student eligibility, evaluations, services provided, and legal protections in education.

New to Special Education

Your Child is Going to Kindergarten

A Head Start guide to help families support their child’s transition to kindergarten with tips, tools, and activities for a smooth start.

New to Special Education, New to Texas

Partners Resource Network

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

New to Special Education

Transition to Preschool

Supports smooth transition from early intervention under age 3 to preschool special ed with planning tools and guidance.

New to Special Education

Organizing School Records

Navigate Life Texas provides tips on organizing school records to help parents advocate for children with disabilities and track educational progress.

ARD Committee Meetings, Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP

IEP Tip Sheet: Measurable Annual Goals

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, Additional Resources

Supporting Military Families

Resources for military families of children with disabilities, offering support with education, healthcare, and challenges of frequent relocation.

Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP

Accommodations in Assessment for Students with Disabilities

This page explains how students with disabilities participate in testing and the supports available to help them succeed.

Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP

Parent Literacy Brochure for Students with Visual Impairments- Print

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

Transportation and Children with Disabilities - Partners Resource Network

Learn how transportation services support children with disabilities under IDEA, including eligibility, IEP decisions, and school responsibilities.

Transition, Develop the IEP, New to Special Education

A Parent's Guide to Early Childhood Intervention and Early Childhood Special Education

A guide to help families understand and navigate early intervention and special education services for young children.

Transition

Daniel on Recreation and Leisure

This video discusses how recreation and leisure is fun but does not always come easy to individuals with autism.

Additional Resources

$1,500 Grants for Families Through the Parent-Directed Special Education Services (PDSES) Program: 2025-2026 Webinar

Learn about the PDSES grant program, application process, online marketplace, and answers to common family questions.

New to Special Education

What is SPEDTex?

SPEDTex supports families by providing resources and tools to better understand special education and help Texas students succeed.

ARD Committee Meetings, Develop the IEP

IEP Tip Sheet: Explanation of Educational Setting

Explains how to choose IEP placements, with legal guidance, practical tips, and strategies to support practices and student success.

Transition

Disability Rights Texas: Guardianship Alternatives

This article outlines how to use supports and services as an Alternative to Guardianship

Transition

Texas Driving With Disability

This guide helps families and students explore options available through Texas Driving with Disability to support safe, informed driving experiences.

Transition

Juan’s Tips for Transition

Practical tips and real-life experiences guide students with disabilities through a successful transition to adult life after high school.

Teacher and high school student walking in hallway

Behavior/Discipline, Determine Eligibility

Does My Child Have a Mental Health, Emotional, or Behavior Disorder?

Helps parents recognize signs of mental health, behavioral, or emotional disorders in their child and understand when to seek support.

Behavior/Discipline

How to Help Your Child Transition Smoothly Between Places and Activities

Learn strategies like visual schedules and transition warnings to support children through daily routines and smooth transitions.

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