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New to Special Education, Additional Resources

PDSES Application Projected Funding Timelines

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

PDSES 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. Access PDSES Parent Portal

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New to Special Education

SPEDTex Webinars

Explore statewide and collaborative webinars on a variety of topics.

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I'm Determined

Find tools and support to help you set goals, be heard, and reach for the stars.

New to Special Education

Frequently Used Educational Terms

Glossary of essential special education terms for families, including explanations of IEPs, FAPE, LRE, and other key concepts.

Dispute Resolution

The Impact of the Apology on Communication and Negotiation

Explores how apologies influence communication and negotiation, emphasizing cultural perspectives and conflict resolution.

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Getting Ready for Healthcare at the Age of Majority

Provides tools to help families teach teens with disabilities to manage their healthcare as they near adulthood.

New to Special Education

National Center for Educational Outcomes (NCEO)

NCEO promotes inclusive educational assessments for students with disabilities and English learners, ensuring equitable participation and outcomes.

Implement the IEP

Implementation of Mathematics Lessons: Grandparent Example

Shows how families can use structured math lessons at home to provide children with extra practice and support using NCII intervention strategies.

New to Special Education, ARD Committee Meetings

Working as a Team: My First ARD Meeting

A parent shares experience and tips that can help you prepare for your first admission, review, dismissal (ARD) meeting.

Additional Resources, New to Texas

Military-Connected Children with Disabilities

Resources to help states, families, and others support military-connected children with disabilities and ensure timely IDEA services.

Implement the IEP

Implementation of Reading Lesson: Parent Example

Learn how to use a sample reading lesson from NCII to support your student's reading development through guided at-home practice.

New to Special Education

National Center on Deaf-Blind -State Deaf-Blind Projects

NCDB’s State Projects list U.S. programs that support children who are deaf-blind and their families with education, early intervention, and resources.

ARD Committee Meetings, New to Special Education

Family Video: ARD Meeting – During the Meeting (Spanish)

This video focuses on what happens during an ARD committee meeting. It explains the purpose of ARD meetings and guides families through the process, helping them understand meeting discussions, participate effectively, ask questions, and advocate for their child’s educational needs.