Special Education

18 07, 2018

Special Education Corrective Action Response Requirements and Timelines

kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T13:59:49-05:00

Yesterday, 7/17/2018, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) posted a letter to schools on actions in the special education corrective action plan that schools must begin preparing to do. Schools must: Collect and retain requests for evaluation data that includes the reason for the request and whether additional services are needed including the timeline for implementation. Annually distribute information to every enrolled student’s family regarding the following: child find and FAPE requirements under IDEA parent and students’ rights under IDEA contact information necessary to request an initial evaluation for a student they suspect of having a disability Confirm that their local special [...]

Special Education Corrective Action Response Requirements and Timelineskristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T13:59:49-05:00

11 07, 2018

The Path to Independence: Mobile Apps to Support Transition-Age Youth

kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-11T14:21:45-05:00

Many free and low-cost mobile apps are available to support transition-age youth with disabilities as they embark on their journey towards post-secondary education, job training, employment, and independent living. This PACER Center guide lists mobile apps that have been reviewed by parents and professionals and found to be useful and well-designed. […]

The Path to Independence: Mobile Apps to Support Transition-Age Youthkristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-11T14:21:45-05:00

11 07, 2018

IEEs: Parents Have the Right to Select an Evaluator of Their Choice

kristina@partnerstx.org2022-09-01T09:13:35-05:00

The school evaluated my child and I don’t agree with the results. What can I do? Will I have to pay for another evaluation? Who will do the evaluation? If you disagree with the school district’s evaluation and/or recommendations, you have the right to request an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) at the school district’s expense. […]

IEEs: Parents Have the Right to Select an Evaluator of Their Choicekristina@partnerstx.org2022-09-01T09:13:35-05:00

11 07, 2018

Is the School Required to Provide Social Skills Training?

kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:30:55-05:00

Social skill is not a “service” but a functional skill necessary for daily living activities. Learn what the IDEA, the federal regulations, and the Commentary say about Present Levels of Functional Performance and IEP goals for functional skills. […]

Is the School Required to Provide Social Skills Training?kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:30:55-05:00

11 07, 2018

Comments that Parents Hear: “We only provide social skills training for students with Autism.”

kristina@partnerstx.org2025-01-08T10:37:46-06:00

In this edition of the Comments that Parents Hear blog posts, Chuck Noe, Education Specialist, addresses comments parents often face when trying to obtain social skills training for their child: “Your child does not have social skills deficits.” “We do not provide social skills training.” “We only provide social skills training for students with Autism.” […]

Comments that Parents Hear: “We only provide social skills training for students with Autism.”kristina@partnerstx.org2025-01-08T10:37:46-06:00

11 07, 2018

Endrew F: A New Tool for Enhancing the Family Voice at the IEP Decision-making Table

kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:31:38-05:00

A must-hear webinar featuring Diana MTK Autin and Michael Yudin examining the Endrew F. decision by the Supreme Court and its implications for the education of children and youth with disabilities. […]

Endrew F: A New Tool for Enhancing the Family Voice at the IEP Decision-making Tablekristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:31:38-05:00

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