Special Education Monthly Update
September, 2026
Welcome!
Your one-stop source for special education deadlines, TEA updates, professional learning opportunities, compliance reminders, and resources for Region 14 districts.
Important Dates at a Glance
September 4–18 — SPPI-11a, SPPI-11b, SPPI-12, and SPPI-13 clarification window
September 15 — TEA Special Education Webinar: Special Education Funding and Additional Updates
September 24 — RDA Unmasked data released — 10 business-day window for data review
October 1 — SPPI-14 Extended Year Resubmission deadline
October 8 — Intensity of Services reporting milestone: 50%
October 26 — SPPI-14 application opens
November 4 — Special Education Performance Diagnostic In-Person Training Region 14
November 19 — RDA Masked data released to the public on TEA RDA website
December 3 — Intensity of Services 100% of special education students should be reported
Action Required: Data and Compliance
SPPI Clarification Window: September 4–18
The clarification window for SPPI-11a, SPPI-11b, SPPI-12, and SPPI-13 will be open September 4–18. LEAs should review their data and prepare for the clarification process.
2026-27 SPEDS Special Education Data Collections (SPPI 7, 11, 12, 13, and 14)
Review the SPP Clarification and CAP Process Guide
Special Education Performance Diagnostic (SPD)
School systems will be required to complete the SPD self-assessment in Spring 2027. TEA’s training prepares special education directors or other designated staff to lead their teams through the SPD framework, application, and self-assessment. Region 14 In-Person Training: November 4, 2026
Dyslexia PEIMS Coding Update
Do LEAs need to recode students from previous school years using the new dyslexia codes?
No. LEAs do not need to update records from previous school years. Beginning with the 2026–2027 school year, districts should use the new codes for all applicable students.
What if our student information system has not been updated from codes 01, 02, and 03 to the new codes 04, 05, and 06?
Continue tracking the new dyslexia codes locally until the student information system is updated. TEA has notified vendors of the change and will send another reminder on September 8. Districts should maintain records of the correct new codes and enter them once they become available in the system.
When is dyslexia data reported to PEIMS?
Dyslexia data is reported during the PEIMS Summer Submission.
Intensity of Services Special Education Funding Model
Key Reporting Milestones
October 8, 2026 — 50% reporting milestone
December 3, 2026 — 100% reporting milestone
Districts should continue preparing to report each student’s applicable tier of intensity, service group or groups and average daily instructional minutes in a special education setting.
Featured Professional Learning
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September 24 | 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. — Science of Literacy: Foundational Knowledge
September 25 | 9:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m. — SLP Legal and Ethical Updates
September 30 | 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. — Leaving A Clear Trail
October 2 | 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. — Prior Written Notice Training
October 6 | 10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. — Legal Framework Office Hours
October 6 | 3:30 p.m.–4:45 p.m. — Light up the Learning Brain 4-Week Book Study
October 26 | 9:00 a.m. –12:00 p.m. — Evaluation Considerations: DHH, VI & DB
October 27 | 9:00 a.m. –4:00 p.m. — Beyond the Dyslexia Checklist: Using C-SEP
October 29 | 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. — STAAR Accessibility and Designated Supports Update
October 29 | 3:30 p.m.–4:45 p.m. — STAAR ALT 2-Before, During and After the Assessment
Family Engagement Opportunity
Families as Team Players in the ARD Process
October 3 | 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Please share this learning opportunity with parents and families of students receiving special education services in Region 14 districts.
TEA Special Education Newsletters and Webinars
Registration information, webinar links, recordings, and archived newsletters are available on TEA’s Special Education Webinars and Newsletters webpage.
Visit the TEA Special Education Webinars and Newsletters Page
September 15 TEA Special Education Webinar
Topics include special education funding, additional topics will be announced when available.
Register for the September 15 Webinar
Standards-Based IEP Trainings Temporarily on Hold
All Standards-Based IEP trainings are temporarily on hold until the revised TAC rules are published and TEA releases the updated 2026–2027 training materials. Region 14 will share updated training dates and registration information when available.
Resources and Links
Updated Dyslexia PEIMS Guidance
Review the updated Dyslexia PEIMS document for current reporting information and resources.
Access the Updated Dyslexia PEIMS Document
TEA SPED Support Resources
Access statewide special education guidance, tools, and resources for educators, administrators, and families.
Region 14 Special Education
Find Region 14 special education contacts, professional development opportunities, and regional resources.