October 2024

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Statewide Individualized Education Program (IEP) Digital Platform Sentiment Survey

The Texas Education Agency is considering developing or adopting a statewide IEP digital platform for all school districts and charter schools to use. A statewide IEP digital platform means all schools use the same IEP form with the same required content, while the digital platform is the web-based system for schools to manage student IEPs. Please click here to share your opinion. The survey should take no longer than 10 minutes to complete.

Texas Driving with Disability 

If you have a child with a disability who is nearing driving age, we encourage you to explore the Texas Driving with Disability Program. The Texas Education Agency has developed a helpful guide for families. Learn more here.

Homework Challenges and Strategies

Children can struggle with homework for lots of reasons. Homework challenges include things like rushing through assignments and trouble with time management. Once you understand a homework challenge, it’s easier to find solutions. Understood.org has some ideas to help families overcome common issues. Read them here.

UPCOMING EVENT

Special Education Evaluations

Join us for a free statewide webinar on November 6, 2024, at 12:15 p.m. (CT). Mandy Young, Special Education Technical Assistance Manager at the Texas Education Agency will join us for an informative presentation on Special Education Evaluations, designed specifically for parents navigating this complex process. We will begin with an introduction to the importance of understanding special education, followed by an overview of the legal framework and rights of parents and students. The session will review the evaluation process, including where to find eligibility criteria, categories of disabilities, and the essential steps involved. A case study will provide real-world context, highlighting a student's journey through the evaluation and emphasizing parent advocacy. Finally, we’ll provide answers to frequently asked questions and valuable resources and support options for parents to empower them in advocating for their children. Register here.

ABOUT SPEDTEX

The Special Education Information Center (SPEDTex) provides resources and interactive features for increasing family awareness of disabilities and special education processes, with the goal of improving partnerships between schools and families.

Contact Us: 1-855-773-3839 | Email: inquire@spedtex.org | Website: spedtex.org