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Do you have questions about how schools in Texas locate, evaluate, and identify all children in need of special education? Check out the Child Find page on SPEDTex: spedtex.org/child-find

The SPEDTex resource locator can help you find answers to your questions. bit.ly/3O2krtN

Connect with SPEDTex. Join our mailing list to receive special education updates as well as the opportunity to volunteer to participate in one of our focus groups. spedtex.org/families

Join us for a free statewide webinar on February 25, 2026 at 12:15 p.m. (CT) to learn more about high school graduation considerations and options for students served by special education in Texas. English: bit.ly/49JCvEf Spanish: bit.ly/4qCIaDw

Experiencing #SensoryStrategies at @Loya_Primary90 #WeR19

Have you started thinking about when your child with a disability transitions to life after public school? SPEDTex has a Transition Planning Resources page that provides information for families about this important topic! spedtex.org/transition-pla…

Spending the afternoon at @Loya_Primary90 talking about better understanding students on the Autism Spectrum. Supporting teachers in @SanElizarioISD and throughout the rest of @ESCRegion19 is what we do! #WeR19

Do you have questions about special education? Give SPEDTex a call at 1-855-773-3839 or chat with a live consultant at spedtex.org. We are here for you!

Did you know that SPEDTex offers the Notice of Procedural Safeguards in over 30 languages? Download a copy today! spedtex.org/families

Did you miss our recent statewide webinar with TEA? Learn more about the $1,500 Parent-Directed Special Education Services (PDSES) grant by watching here: spedtex.org/learn

Is your student with a disability learning to drive? This guide from the Texas Education Agency helps families and students consider the options available through Texas Driving with Disability. English: bit.ly/3ZKVRp4 Spanish: bit.ly/3TTp2Cy

Keynote address and first round of breakout sessions are in the books! More to come. #WeR19 #Behavior26

Over 500 educators and parents are gathered for the ESC19 Behavior Conference today, centered on this year’s theme, “Connection Before Content,” emphasizing trust, belonging, and authentic engagement as the foundation of learning. #WeR19 #MentalHealth #PBIS

Are you preparing for an upcoming ARD meeting? Check out these 25 tips for effective ARD meetings. bit.ly/40PJQMj

Special Education Funding Update: HB 2 proposes a new funding model based on student service needs. TEA is seeking your input to help inform the service tiers that will guide this model. Survey closes Feb. 5, 2026: bit.ly/4jSbALl

New to the special education process in Texas? SPEDTex has you covered! spedtex.org/families/famil…

Join us for a free webinar on January 21, 2026 at 12:15 p.m. (CT) to learn about the PDSES program, which grants $1,500 accounts to the families of students served by special education in Texas. English: bit.ly/48BcvMc Spanish: bit.ly/4pR4ybX

SPEDTex, the Special Education Information Center, is here to help with any of your special education related questions. Contact us at spedtex.org or 1-855-773-3839.

Join us for a free webinar on January 21, 2026 at 12:15 p.m. (CT) to learn about the PDSES program, which grants $1,500 accounts to the families of students served by special education in Texas. English: bit.ly/48BcvMc Spanish: bit.ly/4pR4ybX

Register now at esc19.net. See you all on January 30th! #ConnectionBeforeContent #BehaviorConference2026 #WeR19