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The Texas Transition and Employment Guide is a resource to assist educators and families with implementing quality transition services for students with disabilities.
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, also known as IDEA, is a federal law that gives eligible students with disabilities the right to receive 91自拍l education services and assistance in school. 
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The Texas Dyslexia Handbook is developed and adopted into administrative rule by the Texas State Board of Education. The handbook contains guidelines for school districts to follow as they identify and provide services for students with dyslexia. In addition, information regarding the state's dyslexia statutes and their relation to various federal laws is included. 
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If your child is having difficulty in school or you think a change to your child’s Individualized Educational ProgramLearn more about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
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Student Handbook
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Texas Transition and Employment Guide
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SB 139 Notice to Families
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Resources - IDEA, Dyslexia, MTSS, and Section 504听
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Compensatory Services
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Dyslexia Handbook
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Significant Disproportionality
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Notice of Procedural Safeguards
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Parent's Guide to the ARD Process
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Behavior Supports and Guidance for Students with Disabilities
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IPI & AI for Students Served through Special Education
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Resolving Special Education Issues with Your Child's School
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Child Find
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Overview of the Special Education Process: Essentials for Parents
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Special education and related services are provided in public schools at no cost to the parents and are made available by a federal law called the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
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For Educators - Explore ResourcesThe links below lead to information and resources to support families and schools to enable students with disabilities to achieve the highest outcomes.
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