Understanding Parent Rights, New to Special Education
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New to Special Education, Additional Resources
The PDSES program operates on a waitlist. Funding is awarded in groups based on application order and eligibility. This page gives you the information you need to understand where your application stands. Review the application window data and funding group timelines below to see projected award dates, then use the Application ID search at the bottom of the page to look up your specific estimated funding timeline. Keep in mind that all timelines are estimates based on current legislative funding levels and are subject to change. The funding date shown is only an estimate based on current
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New to Special Education, Additional Resources
Learn about Parent-Directed Special Education Services, apply for the program, use awarded funds, connect with approved providers, and access support resources for families.
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New to Special Education
Explore statewide and collaborative webinars on a variety of topics.
New to Special Education
NCEO promotes inclusive educational assessments for students with disabilities and English learners, ensuring equitable participation and outcomes.
New to Special Education, New to Texas
Guide lists financial aid resources for military families, focusing on free or low-cost help for emergencies, healthcare, and special needs.
Additional Resources, Transition
Provides guidance on how foster parents can help youth build a foundation for a successful transition to adult life outside of foster care.
Additional Resources, New to Texas
Military OneSource provides resources for military families with special needs, covering medical, educational, and support services.
Develop the IEP, Implement the IEP
This site from legal framework help you locate citations and federal and state requirements for ESY Services.
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Learn about ABLE—Achieving a Better Life Experience— Accounts offering tax-advantaged savings for students with disabilities and their families.
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In this video, Daniel explains what self advocacy is and why it's important for individuals with autism.
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Highlights the importance of work, emphasizing that meaningful work is valuable and achievable, regardless of a person's disability or its severity.
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Provides tools to help families teach teens with disabilities to manage their healthcare as they near adulthood.
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Highlights the value of building personal networks to ensure long-term support and improved outcomes for individuals with disabilities.
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In this video, Laura Buckner shares why building independence in students with disabilities is key to planning for a successful future.
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An overview of Supported Decision-Making Agreements, which let people with disabilities make their own choices with support from others.
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Stories of real-life experiences from Texans with disabilities who pursued higher education, inspiring students, families, and educators.
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Lists free and low-cost mobile apps aiding youth with disabilities in education, employment, and independent living.
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Highlights transition planning and services schools provide to support students with disabilities.
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Learn how to support your child’s transition with strengths-based strategies.
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Guide on Social Security disability benefits, eligibility, and how to apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
New to Special Education
Learn about CADRE’s free Your Journey to Self-Determination series and guide—tools to help adults support youth in building advocacy skills.
New to Special Education, Additional Resources
NIDCD advances research on hearing, balance, taste, smell, voice, speech, and language to improve health and quality of life.
New to Special Education, New to Texas, Transition, Additional Resources
Texas HHS provides resources and services for people who are deaf or hard of hearing, including communication support and assistive equipment.