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In this video shared by Texas Statewide Leadership for Autism Training (TSLAT), parents talk about the importance of building a network and thinking ahead as well as share resources they have found beneficial. Learn more.

The State’s Dyslexia Handbook was recently updated. This document reviews some of the major changes to help families understand what to expect if they have a child with dyslexia, suspect their child may have dyslexia, or have a student in a grade where dyslexia screening happens for all students. Learn more.

This quick guide is meant to help families understand special education basics and some of the key rights, or protections, that are built into the system. Learn more.

House Bill (HB) 4545 recently passed in the 87th Texas Legislative session and went into effect in June 2021. HB 4545 amended state accelerated instruction requirements for Texas students based on the results of their state assessment, STAAR. Join us to learn more about HB 4545 as our presenters, Jacob Klett and Colby Self from Texas Education Agency, provide answers to some frequently asked questions. Click here to register.

Supplemental Special Education Services (SSES) are $1,500 one-time on-line grants for eligible parents/caregivers of eligible students served by special education that have been impacted by COVID-19 school closures.

Families of eligible students can use the on-line accounts to obtain educational materials and resources and/or services such as additional speech therapy or other specific services.

Receive special education resources and updates by filling out this form. You can also select the option to volunteer on a committee or participate in a focus group to serve and help improve outcomes for students with disabilities.

SPEDTex provides information and resources that can help you understand your child’s disability, your rights and responsibilities under Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and facilitate collaboration that supports the development and delivery of services to children with disabilities in our State.

Email: inquire@spedtex.org
Website: www.spedtex.org
Phone: 1-855-773-3839
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpedTex-1539406462958680/
Twitter: @SPEDTEX