If you feel your child with a disability will need some kind of support later in life, it is important to get on a Medicaid waiver list as early as possible. Check out this video from the Straight Talk parent video series to learn more. bit.ly/3T9k8Ar
One week to go. The new SPEDTex website is almost here — redesigned to be simpler, faster, and more helpful for families navigating special education in Texas.
When the school year ends, children often lose access to consistent, nutritious school meals. The Summer Meals Program ensures more Texas children have enough food for an active, healthy life. Click here to learn more: bit.ly/3XdbrsC
Do you have questions about special education? Give SPEDTex a call at 1-855-773-3839 or chat with a live consultant at spedtex.org. We are here for you!
We’re rebuilding SPEDTex.org with your family in mind. The new site is designed to help you find the support and resources you need. Stay tuned—the new SPEDTex launches this June!
This brochure from CADRE (The National Center for Dispute Resolution in Special Education) offers specific communication skills that may be helpful to families as they develop and maintain partnerships with their child's school. bit.ly/3tmktTY
This document from Texas SPED Support includes highlights from the Texas Transition and Employment Guide with tips for how parents and guardians can support their children and plan for their transition to life outside the public school system. spedsupport.tea.texas.gov/re…
If a child is eligible for special education services, the admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) committee is required to develop an individualized education program (IEP) that is designed to address your child’s unique educational needs. Learn more here spedtex.org/families/special…
Did you miss our recent statewide webinar with TEA? Learn more about Specific Learning Disabilities, including Dyslexia, by watching here: spedtex.org/learn
Connect with SPEDTex. Join our mailing list to receive special education updates as well as the opportunity to volunteer to participate in one of our focus groups. spedtex.org/families
Have you started thinking about when your child with a disability transitions to life after public school? SPEDTex has a Transition Planning Resources page that provides information for families about this important topic! spedtex.org/transition-plann…
Are you looking for more information about Special Education in Texas? Find an overview of the Special Education process here: spedtex.org/families/overvie…