August 2023

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What is an Individualized Education Program (IEP)?

SPEDTex has a new resource that provides a brief overview of the major sections of an IEP and can serve as a checklist for families as they participate in their child’s Admission, Review, and Dismissal committee meeting. Read it here.

7 Ways to Prepare for the New School Year

As summer winds down, families look forward to the new school year with a mix of excitement and a little nervous energy. Kids of all ages can have big feelings about the changes that come with starting a new school year. By helping them understand what to expect, you can make things easier for everyone and reduce some of the jitters. Learn more here.

Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee Members

This new resource from SPEDTex describes the roles of ARD committee members and their responsibilities. Read it here.

UPCOMING EVENT

Special Education Updates with Kristin McGuire

Join us for this free statewide webinar on September 20, 2023, at 12:15 p.m. (CST). Kristin McGuire, Senior Director of Special Education Programs and Policy, Texas Education Agency, will be joining us for a statewide webinar to discuss parent questions and concerns related to the new school year and special education. Register here. 

What is SSES?

Supplemental Special Education Services (SSES) are $1,500 one-time

online grants for parents/caregivers of eligible students served by special education. Families of eligible students can use the online accounts to obtain educational materials, resources, and/or services such as additional speech therapy or other specific services. Watch the video below to learn more.

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