The advocacy group Disability Rights Texas says it will keep a close eye on the Harris County Department of Education’s (HCDE) alternative schools, since state officials maintain they can’t monitor them directly. “We are very… Continue reading “Advocacy Group Says If Texas Won’t Monitor Special Ed Alternative Schools, It Will”
How to request an Initial Evaluation for Special Education Eligibility. Continue reading “Requesting an Initial Evaluation for Special Ed”
Learn about some of the most important laws passed in the 2017 Texas Legislative Session that impact students with disabilities. Continue reading “Education Bills Impacting Students with Disabilities: 85th Texas Legislature”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 10, 2017 CONTACT: Edie Surtees, Communications Director (512) 407-2739 esurtees@DRTx.org AUSTIN—Late yesterday the Texas Legislature sent a clear message that students with disabilities in Texas public schools… Continue reading “Texas House Passes Bill Removing Special Ed Cap”
PRESS CONFERENCE MEDIA ADVISORY – UPDATED 3/3/2017, 4:00 PM CONTACT: Edie Surtees, Communications Director esurtees@DRTx.org, 512-407-2739 WHEN: Monday, March 6, 2017 – 11:00 am WHERE: Room 2W.6 (House Press Room),… Continue reading “Advocates Announce Response from TEA Commissioner Regarding Demand to End 8.5 Percent Special Ed Cap in Texas”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 2, 2016 CONTACT: Edie Surtees, Communications Director 512.407.2739 (office) esurtees@DRTx.org AUSTIN—Disability Rights Texas (DRTx) is disappointed by the Texas Education Agency’s (TEA) defensive response filed with the… Continue reading “DRTx Statement on Texas Education Agency Response to U.S. Department of Education Demands Regarding 8.5 Percent Cap”
Learn what parents can do so their student with a disability who is learning English can access special education services. Continue reading “School for Students with Disabilities Learning English”
If your child missed special education services, make sure the school helps your child stay on track with their IEP. Continue reading “Make Sure Your Child Doesn’t Fall Behind Due to Beryl”
This handout includes sample text parents can use to report an incident and request a recording of a monitored special education classroom. Continue reading “Report an Incident and Request a Recording Sample Letter”
A plan can help by laying out next steps after high school like where you will live or if you’ll continue your education. If you’re a student with a disability receiving special education services, schools are required to work with you on a plan usually when you first start high school. Continue reading “Planning for Life After High School”