2016 October

28 10, 2016

Development of TX Rules on Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and the Importance of Input from Parents of Children with Disabilities & Advocates

kristina@partnerstx.org2017-06-30T16:13:18-05:00

The ESSA is replacing the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB). The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is the lead agency developing the Texas state plan which must determine how the new federal law will affect accountability, funding, school improvement, and grant-making systems. “The passage of ESSA has created a unique opportunity to inform Texas’ education policy,” said Commissioner Morath. “However, we need input from all parts of our state to ensure that, under ESSA, all students in Texas can receive a high-quality education that prepares them for the future.” The online ESSA survey, which will take less than ten minutes to [...]

Development of TX Rules on Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and the Importance of Input from Parents of Children with Disabilities & Advocateskristina@partnerstx.org2017-06-30T16:13:18-05:00

7 10, 2016

Plan Ahead for an Effective Meeting About Your Child’s Behavior Needs

kristina@partnerstx.org2019-05-30T13:55:46-05:00

As a parent, you may find yourself among competing approaches to handling behavior concerns. Planning ahead for an individualized meeting about your child’s behavior needs will help you explain your own ideas about the best way to help your child in addition to listening to the ideas of others.

Plan Ahead for an Effective Meeting About Your Child’s Behavior Needskristina@partnerstx.org2019-05-30T13:55:46-05:00

5 10, 2016

Denied: How Texas Keeps Tens of Thousands of Children out of Special Education

kristina@partnerstx.org2019-05-30T13:57:32-05:00

A Houston Chronicle investigation has found that Texas has deprived thousands of kids of special education services.

Denied: How Texas Keeps Tens of Thousands of Children out of Special Educationkristina@partnerstx.org2019-05-30T13:57:32-05:00

5 10, 2016

Being Amy’s Sister: On Having a Sibling with a Disability

kristina@partnerstx.org2019-05-30T13:29:31-05:00

In this video from the University of Colorado, Meg Bost describes her experiences growing up as a twin with a sister with disabilities. Meg talks about finding support, accepting her feelings, and finding her voice as an advocate.

Being Amy’s Sister: On Having a Sibling with a Disabilitykristina@partnerstx.org2019-05-30T13:29:31-05:00

3 10, 2016

5 Steps to Becoming Your Child’s Best Advocate

kristina@partnerstx.org2019-09-24T14:34:44-05:00

1. Start with the assumption that you are an equal partner in your child’s education. Parents of children with special needs should be involved as equal partners in their child’s educational planning. Unfortunately, many parents say, “How can I be an equal partner? I am just a parent. I don’t know enough to work with all those professionals!” A parent who feels this way will not “speak up” and be the best advocate for their child. 2. Deal with your perceptions or feelings about yourself as a parent of a child with special needs. Understand the grief process and don’t let [...]

5 Steps to Becoming Your Child’s Best Advocatekristina@partnerstx.org2019-09-24T14:34:44-05:00

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