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SPEDTex Information, Updates & Resources (February 2022)

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Your Child and the STAAR Alternate 2 Test

This assessment is for students who have been determined to have a significant cognitive disability and meet the state's participation requirements for STAAR Alternate 2. Click here to learn more.

Resolving Special Education Issues with Your Child’s School

Working on resolving issues with your child's school and wondering who has the information you need? Click here to learn more.
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Statewide Webinar: House Bill (HB) 4545 - FAQ for Parents April 26, 2022

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.

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How to Apply for Supplemental Special Education Services (SSES)

In this recorded webinar for parents, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) provides an overview of the SSES program and the application process.

Supplemental Special Education Services (SSES) Parent Webinar Overview

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About SPEDTex

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.